La Roqueta B&B

Cycling and walking

There are many walk and cycle routes in the direct vicinity. However it is a pity that information over these routes are for the majority in Spanish only. Look at the following examples to give you some ideas:

bttgirona.com
amigosdelciclismo.com
santacristina.net (cycle)
santacristina.net (trekking)
from Tossa de Mar to Lloret de Mar (walking)
Walking along the Via Augusta
turismedecatalunya.com (cycle)
turismedecatalunya.com (walking)

Examples of Cycling Routes:

1. Ruta del Garriles I: St. Feliu - Gerona 40 km
2. Ruta del Garriles II: Gerona - Olot 54 km
3. Combination I and II: St Feliu - Olot 94 km

Cycling maps are available (for review) at the villa.

Golf

Adresses golf:

Water activities

watersports
nauticcostabrava.com

diving
dive-centers.net
snorkel.net

Waterparks
waterworld.es
Aqua Brava
AquaDiver

Culture in the surrounding area

Things to see in Barcelona
Every city has building or monuments where it is famous for. In Barcelona are many such historical buildings and monuments, but the most famous are the works of Gaudi. To see them all in one visit is nearly impossible and because of this you must make a choice of these before you go.
www.bcn.es/english/ihome.htm

Girona
Is a city often in the shadow of Barcelona, but it is a very cosy and old city with it's Cathedral , Jewish quarters, and university. More info.

Figueras
Perhaps you know the works of the surrealistic painter Dali. Perhaps you have gazed in wonder at his melted clocks. If you are interested in the works of this painter than the Museum of Dali is worth while visiting in Figueras. You just go to the centre of the city and you see his strange museum with golden knobs on the wall, and eggs on the roof!
www.salvador-dali.org

For more information look at the following links:

Eating and drinking

The most well known restaurant in the vicinity (and the whole world) is El Bulli. But this restaurant is closing down and is becomming a cooking school. We give you some alternatives.

Beaches nearby

Villa La Roqueta lies approximately 5 km. from the coast. There are several big, small , beautiful rocky and sandy beaches in the neighbourhood. Choice for everyone.
Here are some of a few interesting locations which we have sought out for you.

San Feliu
A beach of some 600 mtr long. Lots of facilities including water sport. One is close to the town centre and therefore a day at the beach easily to be combined with a visit to the shops. Car parking can sometimes be a little bit difficult in the summer season.

Sa Conca (to be found between San Feliu and Playa d'Aro)
Between San Feliu and Playa d'Aro is one of the six most beautiful and best beaches of Spain, Sa Conca a beautiful bay with Palm trees an Rocks, combined with a sandy beach.

Playa d'Aro
Playa d'Aro has a long sandy beach with a boulevard and many cosy bars and restaurants. Summer season can be very busy.

Canyerets (near San Feliu)
A beach of some 160 meters long. Can be reached walking as well as by car. There are lounges, showers and one can buy snacks and drinks. There are few services available.

When you see the blue flag showing on the beach, you are sure that you are on a safe and clean beach.
Beach inspection is on a yearly basis.

What is the meaning of the various colour flags
It is good to know what there significance is.

Some tips for sunbathers

• Protect your skin when you are sunbathing, Use a sun tan oil or cream with the right protection factor that is suited for your skin and U.V factor of the sun.
• Apply the chosen product half an hour before on the unprotected parts of your body.
• Repeat this every two hours and after swimming.
• Protect sensitive areas like: nose, neck, ear lobes etc .extra.
• Thoroughly read the instructions of the chosen product.
• Make sure you never burn. Listen to your body: when your skin stings or you don't feel one hundred per cent , go in the shade immediately.
• After sun bathing use a after sun product.

More useful information over responsible sun bathing and its protection factors, that is best suited for ones skin you find by www.sunprotection.net, www.mayoclinic.com/health/sunscreen, www.medicinenet.com/sun_protection_and_sunscreens and www.cdc.gov