Roses, Coastal municipality in Alt Empordà, Spain
Roses extends along the Mediterranean coastline at an elevation of 5 meters, featuring beaches and natural harbors within the Costa Brava region.
Ancient Greek and Roman settlements established trading posts in this strategic location, leading to the development of maritime activities through multiple centuries.
Local festivals throughout the year reflect Mediterranean traditions with seafood gastronomy, fishing demonstrations, and community gatherings near the waterfront.
The municipality maintains several beach facilities, walking paths, and marine services, connected by regular bus routes to neighboring coastal towns.
The combination of Greek ruins, medieval fortifications, and modern port infrastructure creates multiple layers of architectural heritage within walking distance.
Location: Alt Empordà
Capital city: Roses
Elevation above the sea: 5 m
Part of: Mancomunitat de Municipis Comunitat Turística de la Costa Brava, Mancomunitat del servei de control de mosquits a la badia de Roses i el Baix Ter, Mancomunitat Intermunicipal de l'Alt Empordà, Mancomunidade Intermunicipal Toribi Duran
Shares border with: Palau-saverdera, La Selva de Mar, El Port de la Selva, Cadaqués, Castelló d'Empúries
Address: Roses, Girona, Spain
Website: http://roses.cat
GPS coordinates: 42.26333,3.17500
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:57
Ciutadella de Roses
576 m
Mercado Municipal
308 m
Aqua Brava
2.3 km
Cap de Creus Natural Park
5.5 km
Cala Montjoi
4.6 km
Museo de la Ciudadela de Rosas
447 m
Castell de la Trinitat
1.9 km
Casa Rozes
3.9 km
Pení
6 km
Santa Maria de Roses
624 m
Poblat visigòtic del Puig Rom
1.4 km
Dolmen de la Creu d'en Cobertella
2 km
Búnquers de Punta Falconera
4.7 km
Església de Santa Maria de Roses
282 m
Passeig Marítim de Roses
65 m
Castell de Bufalaranya
3.9 km
Far de Roses
2.1 km
Port of Roses
844 m
Església de Sant Joan de Palau-saverdera
5.4 km
Menhire de la Casa Cremada
1.6 km
Castell de la Garriga (Roses)
2.5 km
Torre del Sastre
3.8 km
Llit de la Generala
1.3 km
Cala Calis
4.5 km
Santa Margarida
1.8 km
Dolmen del Cap de l’Home
1.2 km
Cooperativa Agrícola de Palau-saverdera
5.5 km
Sant Sebastià de Pení
6.8 kmReviews
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