L’ Escala is a seaside town south of the Bay of Roses in the Costa Brava. Once a sleepy fishing village, it’s now one of the gems of the bay. The town has a festival dedicated to its famous anchovies. It is close to Empúries, one of the oldest Greek and Roman settlements on the Iberian Peninsula dating from 580 BC.

Local Facilities

Casa Berjon is about 10 minutes walk to the beach at Riells where there is a wide promenade with plenty of cafes and bars. The old town of L’Escala is about 20 minutes walk and has quaint narrow streets in which you will find more traditional restaurants, bars and shops.
On a Sunday morning there is a large market along the road into the old town which is worth a visit.

Visit the pages on this website to discover the major cities and attractions in the area. If you want to discover more, the Catalan office board offers all you want to know about this wonderfull area of Spain.