Platja de Garbí de Llorell

Platja de Garbí de Llorell is a sandy beach on the Catalan coast that stretches roughly 250 meters and is framed by high cliffs on both sides. A distinctive rock formation called Roca Plana divides the sand into two sections, creating natural zones with varying water depths.

This area is part of the ancient Costa Brava region, where maritime trade routes have connected Catalan settlements since Roman times. These routes shaped how coastal communities developed and thrived over the centuries.

This stretch of sand sits in a region where fishing has shaped daily life for generations and remains visible in how people use the coast. The nearby villages still reflect their maritime heritage through the way locals interact with the water and the seafood sold in local eateries.

The beach is accessible by car through the residential neighborhoods, with parking available near the sand. The morning and early afternoon tend to be the best times to visit when the sun falls nicely on the cliffs and water.

The Roca Plana rock formation does more than divide the beach into two areas; it creates a micro-ecosystem where rocky outcrops form small caves and crevices. Look closely and you may spot small marine creatures sheltering within these natural spaces.

Location: Tossa de Mar

Part of: Santa María de Llorell

Address: Platja Santa María de Llorell / Garbi I Llevant, Carrer Zodiaco, 45C, 17320 Tossa de Mar, Girona, Spain

Website: http://infotossa.com/es

GPS coordinates: 41.71008,2.90203

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:24