Empuria Brava Colliure Day Trip Itinerary: Portbou to Banyuls and Back
Start: Playa de Portbou, 8:00 AM
Average speed: 70 km/h (max 90 km/h)
Exploration time: 10 minutes per stop
1. Playa de Empuriabrava
Known as the "Venice of Catalonia", this resort features canals lined with boats and golden beaches. Ideal for a short stroll along the marina.
Distance: 43 km | Driving: 38 min | ETA: 8:38 AM + 10 min stay → depart 8:48 AM
2. LosBarkitos de Empuriabrava - MarinaFerry - Roses
Small boat and ferry services offering canal tours and connections toward Roses, giving great views of Empuriabrava from the water.
Distance: 1.5 km | Driving: 3 min | ETA: 8:51 AM + 10 min stay → depart 9:01 AM
3. Lidl (Ctra. Besalú Roses, 126, 17480 Roses, Girona)
Convenient supermarket stop for water, snacks, and picnic supplies before exploring Roses and Cap de Creus.
Distance: 7 km | Driving: 6 min | ETA: 9:07 AM + 10 min stay → depart 9:17 AM
4. Museo de la Ciudadela de Rosas
Archaeological complex with remains from Greek, Roman, and medieval periods inside a fortified citadel next to the sea.
Distance: 2 km | Driving: 4 min | ETA: 9:21 AM + 10 min stay → depart 9:31 AM
5. Paseo marítimo de Roses
Long seafront promenade along the Bay of Roses, lined with palm trees, cafés, and sandy beach sections.
Distance: 1 km | Driving: 3 min | ETA: 9:34 AM + 10 min stay → depart 9:44 AM
6. Boat Pier in Cadaqués
Central pier in Cadaqués overlooking whitewashed houses and traditional fishing boats in the bay.
Distance: 17 km | Driving: 25 min | ETA: 10:09 AM + 10 min stay → depart 10:19 AM
7. Casa - Museo Salvador Dalí
Dalí’s former seaside home in Portlligat, preserved as a museum filled with surreal objects and sea views that inspired many of his works.
Distance: 1 km | Driving: 4 min | ETA: 10:23 AM + 10 min stay → depart 10:33 AM
8. Mirador (Carrer Moli des, 3, 17488 Cadaqués, Girona)
Viewpoint overlooking Cadaqués and the surrounding coastline, ideal for panoramic photos of the bay and town.
Distance: 2 km | Driving: 5 min | ETA: 10:38 AM + 10 min stay → depart 10:48 AM
9. Cala Jugadora
Rocky cove inside Cap de Creus Natural Park, known for crystal-clear water and sculpted rock formations.
Distance: 5 km | Driving: 8 min | ETA: 10:56 AM + 10 min stay → depart 11:06 AM
10. Faro del Cap de Creus
Lighthouse at the tip of the Cap de Creus peninsula with sweeping views over rugged cliffs and the open sea.
Distance: 3 km | Driving: 6 min | ETA: 11:12 AM + 10 min stay → depart 11:22 AM
11. Mirador d'El Port de la Selva
High vantage point over Port de la Selva, offering views of the harbor, village, and the surrounding hills.
Distance: 14 km | Driving: 16 min | ETA: 11:38 AM + 10 min stay → depart 11:48 AM
12. Antiguo faro y torre de la iglesia de Cotlliure
Iconic bell tower by the sea in Collioure, originally a medieval lighthouse, next to the waterfront church.
Distance: 20 km | Driving: 20 min | ETA: 12:08 PM + 10 min stay → depart 12:18 PM
13. Castillo Real de Colliure
Sea-facing royal castle that guarded Collioure’s harbor, with walls rising directly from the water.
Distance: 1 km | Driving: 3 min | ETA: 12:21 PM + 10 min stay → depart 12:31 PM
14. Playa de Port d'Avall
Beach in Collioure with calm waters and colorful boats, framed by pastel houses and the old town.
Distance: 1 km | Driving: 3 min | ETA: 12:34 PM + 10 min stay → depart 12:44 PM
15. Molino de Cotlliure
Restored historic windmill on the hillside above Collioure, surrounded by vineyards and footpaths.
Distance: 1 km | Driving: 3 min | ETA: 12:47 PM + 10 min stay → depart 12:57 PM
16. Carrer de la Seca Llarga
Typical narrow Collioure street with stone houses, balconies, and a cozy village atmosphere.
Distance: 1 km | Driving: 3 min | ETA: 1:00 PM + 10 min stay → depart 1:10 PM
17. Fuerte de La Mauresque
Fort overlooking Port-Vendres, built to protect the harbor and now offering wide sea views from its terraces.
Distance: 3 km | Driving: 6 min | ETA: 1:16 PM + 10 min stay → depart 1:26 PM
18. Fanal Redoute
Small coastal redoubt near Port-Vendres, part of the historical defense system along this shoreline.
Distance: 2 km | Driving: 4 min | ETA: 1:30 PM + 10 min stay → depart 1:40 PM
19. Obélisque (Pl. de l'Obélisque, 66660 Port-Vendres, Francia)
Central square in Port-Vendres marked by an 18th‑century obelisk honoring Louis XVI and the port’s development.
Distance: 1 km | Driving: 3 min | ETA: 1:43 PM + 10 min stay → depart 1:53 PM
20. Plage des Elmes
Protected cove on the outskirts of Banyuls-sur-Mer with coarse sand, clear water, and cliffside scenery.
Distance: 5 km | Driving: 7 min | ETA: 2:00 PM + 10 min stay → depart 2:10 PM
22. Statue "femme allongée" d'Aristide Maillol
Outdoor reclining female figure by Maillol, celebrating the sculptor who was born in Banyuls-sur-Mer.
Distance: 1 km | Driving: 3 min | ETA: 2:13 PM + 10 min stay → depart 2:23 PM
23. Franprix (Pl. Paul Reig, 66650 Banyuls-sur-Mer, Francia)
Small supermarket on the main square, useful for drinks, snacks, or basic groceries during the day.
Distance: 0.5 km | Driving: 2 min | ETA: 2:25 PM + 10 min stay → depart 2:35 PM
24. Statue "Jeune fille allongée"
Another reclining figure inspired by Maillol’s style, placed near the seafront and promenades of Banyuls.
Distance: 1 km | Driving: 3 min | ETA: 2:38 PM + 10 min stay → depart 2:48 PM
25. Ballet d’une méduse Cristalline du Cyrille André
Contemporary sculpture resembling a floating jellyfish, combining transparency and movement right by the waterfront.
Distance: 0.5 km | Driving: 2 min | ETA: 2:50 PM + 10 min stay → depart 3:00 PM
26. Tombeau de Henri de Lacaze-Duthiers
Tomb of the marine biologist who founded the Arago Laboratory, overlooking the Mediterranean near Banyuls.
Distance: 1 km | Driving: 4 min | ETA: 3:04 PM + 10 min stay → depart 3:14 PM
27. Playa de Portbou (Return)
Quiet pebble beach at Portbou where you end the loop, with views of the coastal cliffs and the small harbor.
Distance: 15 km | Driving: 16 min | ETA: 3:30 PM
Empuria Brava Colliure Day Trip Total Duration
Total driving time: ≈ 2 h 15 min
Total exploration time: 27 stops × 10 min = 4 h 30 min
Overall trip time: ~6 h 45 min
End of trip: ≈ 3:30 PM
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