Tossa de Mar

The medieval fortress town of Tossa de Mar extends along the Mediterranean Sea, featuring stone walls, cobblestone streets, and white houses beside sandy beaches.

During the 1930s, Tossa de Mar became a residence for European artists, including Marc Chagall and Francis Picabia, who introduced avant-garde elements to Catalonia.

The Vila Vella, enclosed by ancient fortifications from the 12th century, stands as the only remaining fortified medieval town on the Catalan coast.

Located 38 kilometers from Girona-Costa Brava Airport and 107 kilometers from Barcelona Airport, Tossa de Mar connects to major cities through train stations in Blanes.

The 1950 film Pandora and the Flying Dutchman, starring Ava Gardner and Frank Sinatra, transformed this former fishing village into an international tourist destination.

Location: Selva

Location: Province of Girona

Capital city: Tossa de Mar

Elevation above the sea: 5 m

Part of: Mancomunitat de Municipis Comunitat Turística de la Costa Brava

Shares border with: Llagostera, Santa Cristina d'Aro, Lloret de Mar, Vidreres, Caldes de Malavella

Address: 17320 Tossa de Mar, Girona, Spain 17320 Tossa de Mar

Website: http://tossademar.cat

GPS coordinates: 41.72056,2.93194

Latest update: September 29, 2025 17:36