Beach · Palafrugell · Catalonia

Cala Tamariu

Palafrugell's most elegant cove — pines, fishermen's houses and Michelin lunches

A protected 170-metre arc of golden sand backed by whitewashed houses and umbrella pines. The most refined of Palafrugell's three beach villages, with Aiguablava and Llafranc as siblings.

Type
Sandy beach
Length
170 m
Sand
Fine golden sand
Water
Mediterranean · 20–25 °C · calm, protected bay
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GPS · 41.9219° N, 3.2072° E
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Where to park

Where to leave the car

Free street parking or paid lot; arrive before 10:30 in August.

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When to arrive

Best time to visit

Late September for empty sand and warm water.

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How you get there

Getting there

GI-654 from Palafrugell; 8 km to the cove.

What you'll find

Services

  • Lifeguard high season
  • Sunbeds & parasols
  • Dive school
  • Two seafront restaurants

Local tips

What we wish we'd been told

  • 01Snorkel toward Cap Sa Planassa
  • 02Book Tamariu (1★) restaurant for lunch

Around this beach

Towns within 15 km of Cala Tamariu

Nearest villages on Catalonia — sorted by distance. Ideal bases for staying close to the beach.

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What is Cala Tamariu beach like?

Palafrugell's most elegant cove — pines, fishermen's houses and Michelin lunches. A protected 170-metre arc of golden sand backed by whitewashed houses and umbrella pines. The most refined of Palafrugell's three beach villages, with Aiguablava and Llafranc as siblings.

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Palafrugell's most elegant cove — pines, fishermen's houses and Michelin lunches. A protected 170-metre arc of golden sand backed by whitewashed houses and umbrella pines. The most refined of Palafrugell's three beach villages, with Aiguablava and Llafranc as siblings. It's a sandy beach in Palafrugell, Catalonia: 170 m long, fine golden sand, with water described as mediterranean · 20–25 °c · calm, protected bay.

Where do I park at Cala Tamariu?

Free street parking or paid lot; arrive before 10:30 in August.

What's the best time to visit Cala Tamariu?

Late September for empty sand and warm water.

How do I get to Cala Tamariu?

GI-654 from Palafrugell; 8 km to the cove.

What facilities does Cala Tamariu have?

On site: Lifeguard high season, Sunbeds & parasols, Dive school and Two seafront restaurants.

What should I know before visiting Cala Tamariu?

Snorkel toward Cap Sa Planassa Book Tamariu (1★) restaurant for lunch

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Last reviewed · 30 July 2026

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Checked · 30 July 2026