Roses

City Roses, Catalonia, Spain

What to expect

Roses is a municipality in the comarca of the Alt Empordà, located on the Costa Brava, Catalonia, Spain. The town has a rich history dating back to the 8th century BC, with remains from the Greek and Roman periods still visible. The Ciutadella de Roses, a 16th-century fortification, is a notable landmark, and the Castell de la Trinitat, a 16th-century castle, offers stunning views of the Bay of Roses. The town's beaches, such as the long stretch of sand extending from the town to Empuriabrava, and the smaller beaches and rocky coves on the Cap de Creus, are popular with tourists. Visitors can also explore the nearby Aiguamolls de l'Empordà and Cap de Creus Natural Parks, which offer opportunities for hiking, water sports, and bird-watching. The town's cuisine features a combination of mountain and sea products, with dishes such as cod salad, cold roast vegetables, and xató, a salad made with escarola lettuce, anchovies, and cod

Plan your family visit to the Roses with these blog insights 👇

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Costa Brava in the family

Costa Brava in the family
This family's experience:

Activities: We spent time at the beach, participated in water sports and visited the water park

Highlights: We enjoyed the many activities and the beautiful beaches ✨

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Visiting Barcelona with family: top 18 things to do with children

Visiting Barcelona with family: top 18 things to do with children
This family's experience:

Activities: We took a stroll through Roses, a coastal town with a rich history and beautiful beaches. We enjoyed exploring the town's charming harbor and the scenic coastal paths

Highlights: The kids loved exploring Roses' charming harbor and its beautiful beaches. They also enjoyed the scenic views from the coastal paths ✨