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Hiking the Camí de Ronda GR-92 Coastal Trail

How to follow the Camí de Ronda hiking trail as a series of stunning day hikes. The best bits of the Gr-92 Catalan Coastal trail

Updated: Jul 15, 2024 by: Barcelona Travel Hacks Views: 2.8k

About Weekend Getaway - Costa Brava I - Camí de Ronda

Catalonia has 580 kilometres of intense blue Mediterranean Sea coastline, made up of quaint whitewashed towns and villages, cities and wilderness. I have hiked almost all of the interesting towns and wilderness sections and my favourite is the 33-kilometre section of the Costa Brava Cami de la Ronda trail between Palamós and Begur. This public footpath offers memorable landscapes traversing rugged cliffs, picture perfect calas (coves), Iberian village ruins, castle ruins and dips in and out of postcard picturesque historic fishing villages in between stretches of pine forest backed wilderness.

The Camí de Ronda coastal hiking trail runs from France down the whole of the Spanish coastline, with the most famous section through the Catalan Costa Brava. The best coastal trails in Spain can be found on the 583 Km long section of the Catalan GR-92 Camino de la Ronda with this section being the jewel of the route.

El Camí de la Ronda is characterised by sweeping forests and jagged cliffs that conceal hidden bays and picture-perfect coves for a hiking based weekend getaway. Escape the crowded beaches in towns and cities to find amazing beaches in the summer or complete the trails for an off season hike. You will discover the Catalan coast from a unique perspective while enjoying healthy open air and the cleanest Mediterranean crystal clear blue water.

El Camí la Ronda, or to give it its official name, The GR-92, Gran Recorrido 92, can be divided into sections on the Costa Brava and Costa Dorada and at various points the GR-92 heads inland away from the coast around large urbanisations like Barcelona.

Camí de la Ronda Vocabulary

When talking about place names, I use local Catalan vocabulary:

Camí de la Ronda History

The Camí de la Ronda is a series of small pathways connecting one cove to the next, historically to enable fisherman, smugglers, sailors, travellers, lighthouse keepers and traginers (cart and mule drivers), to work this once remote coastal territory.

After the Spanish Civil War (1936 to 1939), Spain was in economic Ruin and smuggling was rife so the national police (Spanish Guardia Civil) patrolled the coastline along the Camí de la Ronda until the country stabilised. During the Era of the General Francisco Franco Dictatorship, from the 1950’s, Spain began to open up to tourism and the Camí de la Ronda gained prominence as a popular Costa Brava hiking trail and tourist destination.

Spain has introduced laws (Ley de Costas España) in the early 2000’s to protect the littoral areas from urbanisation by large hotel complexes and wealthy individuals. Some sections of Camí de la Ronda, designated as the GR-92 trail, have now been restored back to the coastal route where they were previously diverted inland around hotels and private residences.

This page is about a two or three day trip to walk the most popular section of the Camí de La Ronda GR-92 trail between Palamós and Begur on the Costa Brava.

Happy Exploring!

3 Things to do and see in Weekend Getaway - Costa Brava I - Camí de Ronda

Map of Weekend Getaway - Costa Brava I - Camí de Ronda

Attractions

Latitute: 41.4 Longitude: 2.2 Zoom Level: 11

Tickets for Attractions in Weekend Getaway - Costa Brava I - Camí de Ronda

If my self organised three day trip to the Costa Brava seems a bit too daunting, try one of the below organised one day guided tours from Barcelona to the town of Sant Feliu de Guíxols.



    includes:
  • Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tour guide
  • Snorkel gear
  • Tapas
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    Includes:
  • Experienced tour guide and kayak instructor
  • Air-conditioned round-trip transportation
  • Double sit-on-top sea kayak, paddle & lifejacket
  • Wetsuit (optional)
  • Snorkeling gear
  • Diving mask
  • Bottled water, 0.5L
  • Accident and liability insurance
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Getting to Weekend Getaway - Costa Brava I - Camí de Ronda

The start town of Palamós and end town of Begur are both accessible via the SarfaBus-Moventis bus network using the more sustainable travel option of public transport and not a private car. Also, because the route is linear you do not have to hike the same section of coast twice to return to a car.

I completed the Costa Brava section of Camí de la Ronda from Palamós to Begur as a three day mini-break with overnight stays in towns along the coast.

Doing this as a three day trip means that it is viable to get the bus without rushing to get the last bus home after only one day. Also by using the Bus the start and end point can be different, whereas with a car only circular routes can be done.

Alternatively, this section coastline can be done as a two day trip but does involve more distance each day. I did this as a two day trip and I arrived at my overnight stop physically exhausted and at 7pm with enough time to get a shower, diner and sleep.

Notes:

  1. The times on my bus route map in the documents section are valid on the day that I did this trip and SarfaBus-Moventis may change times depending on demand. Use the below link to consult times and prices and buy your tickets.
  2. Outbound journey on day one is from Barcelona-Estacio Nord to Palamos-Sarfa bus stop. The return bus stop in Begur is Begur-Plaza Forgas to Barcelona-Estacio Nord.
  3. Barcelona-Estacio Nord is the main bus terminal near Arc de Triomf. See the Public Transport Guide - Estacio Nord section for more information about the bus terminal.

Where to Eat Weekend Getaway - Costa Brava I - Camí de Ronda

Palamós

Calella de Palafrugell

Llafranc

Tamariu

Aiguablava & Fornells

Sa Tuna & Aiguafreda

Begur

Documents for Weekend Getaway - Costa Brava I - Camí de Ronda

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Weather for Palafrugell

What to take with you for Weekend Getaway - Costa Brava I - Camí de Ronda

This route involves walking along beaches and close to the shore so I put things that I want to remain dry inside waterproof bag inside my rucksack. I keep my phone inside an IPX8 case so I can take photos from the sea.

I recommend taking 2 - 3 litres of water per day to complete this three part route.

Wikiloc Trail for Weekend Getaway - Costa Brava I - Camí de Ronda

a0175 - Camí de la Ronda GR-92 - Palamós to Calella de Palafrugell - DAY 1

Day 1 of a three day walking route along the most beutiful section of the costa Brava via the GR-92 trail known as la Ronda. Start in Palamos and end in Callella de palafrugell.

Distance: 11.77 Km

Difficulty: Easy

Return Travel Fare: €17.45

Transport Network: Moventis Bus

a0176 - Camí de la Ronda GR-92 - Calella de Palafrugell to Aiguablava - DAY 2

Day 2 of a three day walking route along the most beutiful section of the costa Brava via the GR-92 trail known as la Ronda. Start in Callella de palafrugell and end in Aiguablava or Fornells.

Distance: 10.85 Km

Difficulty: Easy

Return Travel Fare: N/A

Transport Network: N/A

a0177 - Camí de la Ronda GR-92 - Aiguablava to Begur - DAY 3

Day 3 of a three day walking route along the most beutiful section of the costa Brava via the GR-92 trail known as la Ronda. Start in Aiguablava or Fornells and end in Begur.

Distance: 10.11 Km

Difficulty: Easy

Return Travel Fare: €19:85

Transport Network: Moventis Bus

Where to stay overnight for Cami de Ronda GR-92 Coastal Trail

When thinking about accommodation there are three categories:

  1. Glamping: Luxury tenting where the tent is provided by the campsite and furnished with a bed. usually with shared bathrooms.
  2. Hostel: Hostel, a private bedroom or shared room with shared bathrooms. ideal for one night stays.
  3. Hotel: private room with en suite bathroom. In high seasons many hotels will only let guests book for more than one night.

NOTE: Wild camping is not permitted on the beaches or in the pine forests.

Calella de Palafrugell & Llafranc

How much does Weekend Getaway - Costa Brava I - Camí de Ronda Day Trip Cost?

*1 Prices for accomodation are estimates based on cost per person when two people share a room. Camping and hostels are cheaper.

*2 Food prices are estimates for a three course meal without drinks included.


Description Adult Adult Discounts Child Child Discounts
Bus from Barcelona to Palamós € 17.45 € 17.45
Accomodation Callela de palafrugell or Llafranc € 40.00 € 40.00
Evening meal Day 1 € 45.00 € 30.00
Accomodation Aiguablava or Fornells € 40.00 € 40.00
Evening meal Day 2 € 45.00 € 30.00
Tapas Day 2 € 30.00 € 30.00
Bus from begur to barcelona € 19.85 € 19.85
€ 237.30 Adult Total € 207.30 Child Total

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