Pineda de Mar is a popular resort town located on the Costa del Maresme between Barcelona and Girona. It is famous for many kilometers of beaches with silvery sand, washed by the azure waves of the Mediterranean ....
Originally Pineda de Mar is a small fishing village, but when in the middle of the 20th century the wealthy people of Barcelona began to build the coast with private villas, the first hotels for wealthy vacationers began to appear here . By the end of the century, tourism has spread widely along the coast, many new hotels of various class of accommodation have been built - now people with different incomes and diverse interests are resting here.
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How to get here
Regular direct flights Moscow-Barcelona are carried out " Aeroflot "all year round, in the" high season "charter flights are added (usually Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday). From Barcelona to Pineda de Mar only 57 km - you can overcome them by car or by train, which runs every 20 minutes, the journey takes about an hour. You can also take a taxi or a rented car on a magnificent highway (attention, toll road!)
By the resort town there are buses, and from May to October a small tourist train Xino-Xano, consisting of only 2-3 cars
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Climate
The climate in Pineda de Mar is typical for Catalan Mediterranean: summer is hot, the average temperature exceeds +30 ° C. In winter, daytime temperatures rarely fall below +5 ° C, and snow or hail is considered a phenomenon. Autumn is often rained
Beach of Pineda de Mar
The famous beach of Pineda de Mar stretches almost 3 km in length, reaching 40 m wide. Sand - from small light-silvery to large yellow-golden. Despite the length, the beach is well equipped - rentals of sun loungers and umbrellas, small boats and catamarans, riding on boats and "bananas."
On the beach the rescuers are on duty around the clock, the first aid stations are working. Do not forget the disabled, for which special slopes are equipped. Set of conditions for holidaymakers allows the beach of Pineda de Mar to win the Blue Flag every year - a sign that UNESCO bestows the best European beaches.
Entertainment, excursions and attractions Pineda de Mar
Pineda de Mar is divided into a historical part, including buildings up to the Iberian era (4th century BC), and tourist, with numerous hotels, shops and restaurants.
On the territory of the resort there is a part of the castle of Montpalau, the ruling dynasty of the 12th century .The famous church of St. .Maria (Iglesia de Santa Maria) was also laid in the 11th century, but in its present appearance it is a monument of building 16 in .and is famous for its fantastic baroque façade facade .The Can Jalpi Palace, dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries, is located near the church .Also within the municipal territory are such archeological artifacts as the ancient Roman aqueduct and watchtowers .The Sports Pavilion in Art Nouveau style is also perfectly preserved here .In this part of the resort the history of the city of Pineda de Mar appears as at the palm .
- To enjoy the absence of party-like youth - for them in the resort is too quiet.
- Ride bicycles around the neighborhood - and nice, and useful.
- Jump to the bus or train and all day to walk around the beautiful Barcelona.
- Topless to sunbathe, even if you did not dare before, here it is in the order of things.
- To buy sweets, nuts, fresh fruits and vegetables at the Friday fair near the station.
- Feel the spirit of the Middle Ages during performances in the castle of the town of Tordera near Pineda (the program includes: a knight tournament, a hearty dinner, a flamenco show and a professional guitar playing session.
The second, not less significant part of Pineda de Mar is a resort, full of bars, restaurants, hotels and nightclubs. The most lively centers not stopping for a moment of city life are the Placa de les Melies and the Paseo Maritimo embankment, where city holidays are held and the most popular bars and restaurants of the city are located.
In Pineda de Mar, there are many green parks and squares. The city itself is surrounded by forests from the famous Pyrenean pine, which makes the air even cleaner and healthier. A lot of cafes in the open air in the city and on the beaches allow you to enjoy rest and day in the hot sun, and relaxed resort evening.
A convenient and wide promenade is available for walking. Prefers active rest everywhere is offered bicycle rental. On them (however, even on foot) you can get to the nearest resorts of Calella or Santa Susanna. To Calella, by the way, even the Xino-Xano trains go.