Pals travel guide and discussion

#worthitomot #Pals #BaixEmporda #CostaBrava I cycled from Torroella de Montgrí to Pals (8 km flat, €0 if you have a bike; rental €12/day at Torroella), locked at the base of the Torre de les Hores — the 12th-century clock tower, €3 to climb, 88 steps, gives the Baix Empordà plain: rice paddies checkerboarding to the Ter river mouth, Medes islands on the haze line. Then I walked the village's cobbled lane (free) and took the signed "Els Masos de Pals" path west — 6 km loop through Mas Gelí, Mas Tomasí, and the rice fields proper.Late April the paddies are flooded mirror-still; late September they're golden and the cyclamen (it's actually autumn crocus and wild orchids, locals lump them as "cyclamen path" loosely) dot the field edges. No entry, no gate, just farm tracks. Mistake: I cycled the loop at 2 pm in July — the rice plain reflects heat like a mirror, zero shade, 31°C; spring or October only. Another mistake: driving to Masos — there's no parking, the lane is 1.2 m wide, you'll meet a tractor and reverse 300 m. Worth it? Yes. Pals old town is a 30-minute photo stop; the Masos loop is the actual prize — flat, silent, birdsong, and a working landscape Dali painted. €3 tower is optional; the fields are €0 and better. Question: is a €3 tower climb for a rice-plain view worth it when a free 6 km field loop gives you the same plain at ground level with egrets?

#holidayitinerary The Medieval Village of Pals in Catalonia is a place that feels like a journey into the past. With its cobblestone streets, stone archways, and well preserved old houses, the whole town has an atmosphere that is both authentic and charming. Walking through the narrow alleys is a delight, with little shops, cozy cafes, and viewpoints that offer sweeping views of the countryside. The town is beautifully maintained, and every corner seems to tell a story of centuries gone by. It is not just about history though, as the peaceful setting makes it a lovely spot to wander at a relaxed pace. Pals is also close to the coast, making it easy to combine a cultural visit with time by the sea. This medieval village is a true gem that captures the timeless spirit of Catalonia.

Mediterranean Coast Tour of Spain ~ Girona (Region) The Torre de las Horas (Tower of Hours) is one of the most iconic and well-preserved structures of Peratallada's medieval defense system. Climbing up the tower offers breathtaking panoramic views of the medieval architectural complex, its surroundings, and much of the Empordanet region. You can also discover a pendulum or see its weight in the middle of the staircase as you ascend to the top. Admission is free, but note that the number of visitors is limited to 20 people.

Mediterranean Coast Tour in Spain ~ Girona (Region) The county of Baix Empordà in the province of Girona has a lovely old town in this town, declared a Historic Artistic Site. In the Gothic quarter of Pals, pretty cobbled streets flanked by noble houses await you. Pals Beach ends the visit to the walled town. At any point you can taste the cuisine of the region, which is made with products from the sea and the mountains. A few kilometers from the coast of the Costa Brava, the wild coast of the province of Girona, there is a medieval town. Its historic center is located on a hill, surrounded by plains that were originally marshland. You have to go back to the 9th century - the period to which this castle belongs - to find the first written reference to this town. Constant war confrontations meant that only the castle, a defensive structure, has been preserved over the centuries. It is a round Romanesque tower built between the 11th and 13th centuries. The 15-meter-high tower stands on a natural rock platform, which contains many Visigothic tombs. In the 15th century, it was used as a bell tower, hence the name "Torre de las Horas" (Tower of the Hours). #AprilGoodPlaces2025 #SpanishTravel #Catalonia