Camping in Torredembarra

The harbour town of Torredembarra is located on the Spanish Mediterranean coast, the Costa Daurada, between Tarragona and Barcelona. The beaches are the centre of attraction when camping by the sea. There you can relax in the sun or conquer the water while sailing and pedal boating. Anyone coming to the holiday resort for camping with children will be delighted with the playgrounds, workshops, cycle paths and good restaurants.

Special features of camping in Torredembarra

If you are looking for a Spanish holiday destination where children feel just as comfortable as adults and which is located by the sea, you should take a look at the campsites in Torredembarra. Most of them are located near the coast with crystal-clear water and clean beaches. Some of them, such as La Paella, have been awarded the Blue Flag for their quality.

The campsites in the Catalan town on the Costa Daurada are a destination for active holidaymakers and families. Located around 13 km north-west of Tarragona, Torredembarra boasts an excellent infrastructure with a sailing school, bike hire, hiking trails and a holiday programme. Holidaymakers who want to experience history in between can visit the castle, parish church, town wall and tower.

Getting there

Although the journey from Germany to the Spanish Costa Daurada to Torredembarra stretches over many hundreds of kilometres, campers pass through numerous beautiful regions and cities that are ideal for one or two overnight stays. Holidaymakers travelling the approximately 1,880 km from Hamburg will pass Cologne, Nancy, Lyon, Montpellier and Barcelona, depending on the route. These places are absolutely worth seeing.

For a stopover with an overnight stay, however, it is highly recommended to book well in advance during the holiday season. This applies not only to the Hamburg route, but also to other campers travelling around 1,950 km from Berlin or around 1,440 km from Munich. Depending on the departure point, guests travel via Freiburg im Breisgau and Lyon to Montpellier or via Lindau, Bern and Geneva. From Montpellier, most holidaymakers choose the A7 along the coast.

When planning your holiday budget, it is important to know that most motorways in France, Switzerland and Spain are subject to tolls. Motorhomes with twin tyres, for example, are subject to higher charges in Spain.

Top 5 sights

• Castle: The building was erected between 1565 and 1580 and is the only Renaissance building in the region. Today it houses the town hall.
• Town wall: Parts of the mighty fortification wall from the 17th century, such as the two gates, have been preserved. The Padrines Gate is a good starting point for sightseeing.
• Parish Church of St Peter: The large baroque organ dating from 1705 is impressive when you look inside.
• Town tower: The Mudéjar-style tower rises into the sky directly in front of the church. It is the oldest building in Torredembarra.
• Lighthouse: The highest lighthouse in Catalonia was put into operation in 2000.

Top 2 insider tips

• Fish auction: The fish auctions are a traditional event that was revived in April 2000. The spectacle of the fresh catch of the day is absolutely worth seeing. It takes place in the 350 square metre auction house directly in the sports harbour.
• Holiday programme: The town of Torredembarra offers an extensive activity programme for families and children, especially in the summer months. There are sports competitions as well as film sessions and exciting workshops. Parents can burn off energy with beach volleyball, Zumba or sailing, while the kids practise building sandcastles or juggling. Younger guests in particular are eagerly awaiting the puppet theatre performance.

Activities and excursions

The attractive landscape attracts holidaymakers looking for relaxation as well as adventurous holidaymakers. Thanks to the numerous cycling tours, hikes and various water sports, you will never get bored.

Cycling

In the town of Torredembarra, there are a total of twelve signposted cycling and hiking trails for sporty campers and locals alike. If you prefer to leave your own bike at home, you can hire mountain bikes and city bikes locally and set off on an exploration tour. A beautiful route of around 24 kilometres leads into the hinterland. It stretches over the Sant Simplici mountain with fantastic views to the beautiful village of Castellot. From there, you return to Torredembarra.

Water sports

Close to the campsites in Torredembarra there are many dream beaches to suit all tastes. Active holidaymakers come to the approximately 1 km long stretch of coast at La Paella, where various water sports are on offer. They like to hire pedalos and sail along the shore. Those who prefer to head out to sea can take a course at the sailing school or hire the necessary equipment.

Events

If you want to experience interesting and exciting events while camping in Torredembarra, you can drive around 16 kilometres to the lively and historic city of Tarragona. Dance and music events as well as historical events are organised there all year round.

February

• Tarragona Carnival: The city is a hive of colourful activity for a whole week. The streets are elaborately decorated and concerts are organised. Botiforra pork sausage is traditionally sold at the stalls. The highlight is the big parade on Saturday.

April

• International Dixieland Festival: Music lovers from all over the country travel to Catalonia for this event. There are around 50 performances in the theatres, bars and on the open-air stages.

May

• Tàrraco Viva and Tàrraco Taula: The two events almost overlap and both focus on the time of the ancient Romans. Roman cookery is demonstrated and tasted by the visitors. Strengthened, they can then enjoy gladiator fights, historical theatre plays and dance performances.

August

• Festival of Saint Rosalia: The festival in honour of Saint Rosalia is celebrated in Torredembarra from the end of August to the beginning of September. It is said that the arrival of the image of St Rosalia defeated the plague epidemic in the town.

Gastronomy

Catalonia's cuisine is characterised by excellent regional products. While people in the hinterland like to eat meat and mushrooms, fish dishes are usually on the menu in coastal towns such as Torredembarra. The catch of the day is served with a choice of rice, potatoes or pasta. The crunchy vegetables such as peppers, courgettes and beans are often sautéed with garlic and olive oil.

Catalans use bread both as a snack and as a side dish with their meal. Pa amb tomàquet has earned special honours. The white bread is spread with specially grown tomatoes, salted and drizzled with olive oil. A typical dessert that holidaymakers should definitely try is crema catalana, a caramelised pudding.

Best time to visit

The climate when camping in Torredembarra is pleasant all year round. There is plenty of sunshine in the summer and early autumn months. Temperatures in June are around 27 degrees Celsius and rise to an average of 30 degrees in July and August. Even in September it is often still 27 degrees Celsius. The Mediterranean Sea is also perfectly tempered at around 24 degrees in summer.

Sports enthusiasts like to come to the Costa Daurada in spring and autumn, when temperatures of around 20 degrees Celsius can be expected. Even in the winter months it is comparatively mild. In January, the coolest month, temperatures rarely fall below 5 degrees Celsius.