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Golden Hour at the Start of the Costa Brava

Stand on the rock that splits the bay and watch the sun dip below the horizon.

Best time: On 15 January, the sun sets at 17:43, casting golden light from 17:00.About 90 min

Timeline

  1. 15:43

    Sa Malica

    Start with a late lunch at Sa Malica. This local favourite serves fresh seafood and is recommended by fishermen. It is open from 13:00 to 16:00 in the afternoon, so you will arrive with plenty of time to eat before the evening rush.

  2. 17:13

    Sa Palomera

    Walk up the stairs from the beach to the top of Sa Palomera. This big rock is the official beginning of the Costa Brava and divides the city bay in half. The viewpoint offers a clear view of the water as the day winds down.

  3. 17:43

    Sa Palomera

    Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW at 17:43, painting the sky in golden light that has been building since 17:00. This is the perfect moment to take in the view from the top of the rock.

  4. 18:28

    Can Tirol

    End your evening at Can Tirol. This cocktail bar sits directly across from Sa Palomera. It has no nearby traffic noise and provides panoramic views of the beaches, the rock, and the sea. It is open from 17:00 until 02:00.

Local tip

The stairs from the beach to the viewpoint at Sa Palomera are steep. Wear comfortable shoes and allow enough time to climb up before the sun goes down.

Check before you go

  • Sa Malica is closed for dinner service until 20:00. Plan your lunch to finish before 16:00.
  • Can Tirol is often open from 17:00, but check the specific day you are visiting as hours can vary.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Blanes (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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