Barcelona is located in the province of Catalonia on the Costa Brava on the east coast of Spain. It is located between the rivers Llobregat and Bess, where they overlook the Mediterranean Sea. To the north is the Costa Brava, and the Costa Dorada lies to the south.
Barcelona is one of the most popular cities in Europe with several million tourists each year. Only in Paris, London and Rome more visitors. Look; Barry Gtich or "Gothic Quarter" - the center of the old city of Barcelona. Many of the buildings belong to medieval times, some of them are still in the Roman settlement of Barcelona; The works of Antoni Gaudi, including Sagrada Família, the international symbol of Barcelona, Parc Güell, Palau Güell, Casa Milà, Casa Vicens, Casa Ballo, Crypt in the Colony Güell. All are part of the World Heritage; Palau de la Música Catalana and Hospital de Sant Pau, designed by Lluís Domènech i Montaner. A notable feature is La Rambla, which runs from the city center to the embankment, crowded until late at night and lined up with florists, handicrafts, cafes and restaurants. There are seven beaches in Barcelona. The beaches of San Sebastia and Barceloneta are the largest, oldest and most visited beaches.
Most charter boats make their home in Puerto Olimpico, and from there you can head north or explore the Costa Brava and cities like Tossa de Mar, Palamos, Astartet, Cadaqués, Llafranc and Sant Feliu. Or south on the Costa Dorada and see the cities of Castelldefells, Garraf, Sitges, Vilanueva i Geltru, Torredembarra and Tarragona
What you need is experience, qualifications, visa requirements, etc. - For non-crew charters, a boat skipper must hold an ICC or equivalent.
Charter season. The main charter season lasts from May to October, and July and August are peak months. These two months also see the largest crowds and the lightest winds. Consider the shoulder of the season for charter. Less crowded, comfortable temperatures and more chances for the wind for those who like to raise sails from a binding in time.
Weather - Barcelona has a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. Its average annual temperature is 20 ° C (68 ° F) during the day and 11 ° C (52 ° F) at night. The average annual sea temperature of the sea is 18 ° C (64 ° F). In August, during the warmest month, typical temperatures range from 25 to 31 ° C (77-88 ° F) in the daytime, around 20 ° C (68 ° F) at night, and the average sea temperature is 25 ° C (77 ° F) ° F). Sunshine hours are 2.524 per year, from 138 (an average of 4.5 hours of sunshine / day) in December to 310 (an average of 10 hours of sunshine / day) in July. The average relative humidity is 72%, from 69% in July to 75% in October. Thunderstorms are common from mid-August to November. Although Barcelona is usually not a windy city, it is influenced by sea breezes from May to September.
Time Difference - UTC +1
Getting there - Barcelona El Prat Airport is located 12 km (7.5 miles) southwest of the city. The airport mainly serves destinations on domestic, European and North African destinations, as well as flights to Southeast Asia, Latin America and North America. Major carriers include; Aegean Airlines, Aer Lingus, Air Berlin, Air France, Alitalia, British Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, Delta Airlines, EasyJet, TAP Portugal, Lufthansa, Ryanair, Spanair, Swiss International Air Lines, Vueling. Barcelona also has an extensive network of highways and is the center of the high-speed rail network, in particular, which connects France with Spain.
Currency - Euro
The language is Spanish. English is widely spoken.
Food and Drink - Traditional Catalan cuisine is largely dependent on the ingredients found on the Mediterranean coast, including tomatoes, garlic, mushrooms, eggplants, red peppers and artichokes, wheat products - bread and pasta, olive oils, wines, legumes - beans and chickpeas , a variety of pork preparations, chicken, lamb, and fish, such as sardines, anchovies, tuna, cod, and various types of cheese. Domestic dishes tend to contain meat with special emphasis on intense pork, while the food on the coast has much more fish. Traditional Catalan cuisine is quite diverse: from pork dishes cooked in the inner part of the region to fish recipes along the coast.
Recommended routes and routes - to the north on the Costa Brava for a week.
Day 1 - Barcelona - Join a boat in Port Olympic. Marina is surrounded by good restaurants, but at some distance from the center of Barcelona.
Day 2 - Port Olympic - Tossa de Mar - 40 miles. Head of SV An important and very attractive mount. It is exposed to winds from NE to SE, and should be avoided if there are strong winds from this direction. The mount dates back to Roman times, which was called Turissa. There are many interesting places to visit, including the Roman Villa, the Old Town and the beautiful Baroque church. Like all the Costa Brava, there are many developments, but rocky shores and local building regulations precede the extremes that can be seen further south. In the north there are many attractive feces, especially Cala Bona.
Day 3 - Tossa de Mar - Palamos - 15 miles. Palamos is a fairly large city and has two marinas, one in the fishing harbor in the northern part of the bay and the other around the corner to the north. Both rooms are very busy and reservation is recommended. It is known for its local fishing fleet and shrimp, which they fish. You can also anchor in the Gulf or think about going to nearby Calella de Palafrugell, a smaller and more beautiful peg. There are also other beaches and feces on the way that are worth exploring.
Day 4 - Palamos - L-Estartit - 20 miles. L Estastit is located at the far end of Pals Bay and has one of the best best moorings. Only offshore islands - the Medes Islands, an underwater nature park, rich in diverse marine life and corals. You can take a boat trip on the glass. The nearby town of Torroella with its leafy alleys and narrow streets is worth visiting, as well as the medieval cities of Pals and Peratallada. The anchors Aiguablava and Sa Tuna, between Palamos and L Estastit, offer some protection and beautifully scenic ones.
Day 5 - L-Estartit - Llafranc - 10 miles. Head SE down the coast. Llafranc is one of the most beautiful small towns along the coast. The marina is almost always full, and the beautiful bay offers few opportunities to protect against virtually any wind. However, if the weather allows, it is worth staying. Hotel Llafranc and Hotel Levant have excellent beach restaurants, as well as a charming square next to Llafranc, where you can have a drink and snacks overlooking the beautiful bay.
Day 6 - Llafranc - Blanes - 25 miles. The harbor is divided by yachts and fishing boats. It is busy in the summer and it is reasonable to book in advance. The city and surroundings are pleasant. Visit the botanical garden, the church of the 14th century and the ruined palace. The view from Castillo de San Juan, on the hill beyond the harbor, is worth climbing. W Harbor is a beautiful sandy beach.
Day 7 - Blanes - Port Olympic - 25 miles.
Day 8 - Landing in Port-o-va, Barcelona
District History - Barcelona was founded by the Romans in 15BC. The city was conquered by the Visigoths at the beginning of the 5th century and by the Arabs at the beginning of the 8th century. He was again conquered in 801 by the son of Charlemagne the Great Louis, and then ruled by the Counts of Barcelona. In 1137, Aragon and the district of Barcelona merged, and the territories were known as the Crown of Aragon. Forging the connection between the crowns of Aragon and Castile in 1469 marked the beginning of the fall of the city. Barcelona has always been a stronghold of Catalan separatism and was the center of the Catalan uprising (1640-52) against Philip IV of Spain. Great plague of 1650-1654 Halved the population of the city. The Napoleonic wars left the province ruined, but the post-war period was the beginning of industrialization. Barcelona’s resistance to the French coup led to the abolition of the autonomous institutions of Catalonia and the use of the Catalan language in public life. However, Barcelona remained the heart of the region, which was reliably industrious and prosperous. And he saw large-scale immigration from the poorer regions of Spain, especially Andalusia, Murcia and Galicia. In 1992, Barcelona hosted the Olympic tournament, which helped to revive the city
