Best Beaches, Coastal Trails & Towns on the Costa Dorada

Description of the Costa Dorada (South of Barcelona)

The Costa Dorada is the stretch of coastline in Catalonia running south from Cunit to Alcanar on the Valencian border. Known for its golden sand, pine‑backed coves and relaxed Mediterranean towns, it’s one of the easiest coastal regions to explore from Barcelona.

The area is served by the Mediterranean Corridor railway, with frequent Rodalies trains connecting the northern towns between Cunit and Coma‑Ruga, and Regional services continuing further south to places like L’Ametlla de Mar, L’Ampolla and L’Hospitalet de l’Infant. This makes the Costa Dorada ideal for day trips or weekend escapes without needing a car.

The GR‑92 coastal trail — also known as La Ronda or Camí de Ronda — runs the full length of the Mediterranean coastline. Along the Costa Dorada it passes through some of the region’s most picturesque fishing villages and seaside towns, including Roc de Sant Gaietà, Tamarit, Altafulla, L’Ametlla de Mar and L’Ampolla. The route also links remote coves, wild beaches and dramatic headlands that feel far removed from the busier resort areas.

The regional capital, Tarragona, sits at the heart of the Costa Dorada and is worth a visit in its own right for its Roman heritage, medieval old town and excellent urban beaches.

This page gives an overview of the best towns, beaches and coastal walks along the Costa Dorada that can be visited as day or weekend trips by train. Click any photo to open a detailed guide for that destination, including what to see, where to swim, how to get there and recommended GR‑92 walking routes.

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Attractions in Costa Dorada (South of Barcelona)

Wolf’s Cave & El Torn Naturist Beach – Hospitalet de l’Infant

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Wolf’s Cave & El Torn Naturist Beach – Hospitalet de l’Infant

Explore Wolf’s Cave, a turquoise sea cave reached by swimming or kayak, and enjoy El Torn, a long naturist beach backed by pine forest and mountains on the Costa Dorada

Tarragona to Tamarit GR‑92 Coastal Walk with Beaches & Coves

Easy 14 km GR‑92 coastal walk from Tarragona to Tamarit with wild coves, Waikiki Beach, pine forest trails, abandoned ruins and views of Tamarit Castle

Torredembarra to Tarragona GR‑92 Coastal Walk, Beaches & Ruins

18 km GR‑92 coastal walk from Torredembarra to Tarragona with lighthouses, Roman ruins, Tamarit Castle, wild coves, Waikiki Beach and cliff‑top views

Ametlla de Mar to Ampolla GR‑92 Coastal Walk – Costa Dorada

17 km medium‑difficulty GR‑92 coastal walk from L’Ametlla de Mar to L’Ampolla, passing unspoilt coves, pine‑backed beaches and some of the wildest coastline on the Costa Dorada

Sant Vicenç de Calders to Torredembarra GR‑92 Coastal Walk

Easy 12.7 km GR‑92 coastal walk from Coma‑ruga to Torredembarra, passing Roc de Sant Gaietà, natural beaches and viewpoints — just 1 hour from Barcelona by train

Map of Attractions in the Costa Dorada

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