Pineda de Mar Holidays: Beaches, Roman Aqueduct and Castle
Província de Barcelona · Catalonia · Spain · 26,659 residents · on the coast
Pineda de Mar is a coastal town of around 26,700 people in the Província de Barcelona, set just 12 metres above sea level on the Catalan shore. Its beaches start less than half a mile from the centre: Platja de Pineda, Playa dels Pescadors, Platja dels Pins and Platja de La Riera all sit within a mile or so. A short way out, the Aqüeducte de Pineda, a Roman aqueduct listed as a Cultural Asset of National Interest, the Pont del Diable and the Castell de Montpalau add some history to a beach holiday. With Girona Airport under half an hour away and direct flights from the UK, it is an easy town to reach for a week or a fortnight.
Why go
- Platja de Pineda and Playa dels Pescadors are both about half a mile from the centre.
- The Roman Aqüeducte de Pineda, a Cultural Asset of National Interest, is just over a mile away.
- Girona Airport has direct UK flights and is roughly a 28-minute drive from town.
Top sights in Pineda de Mar
Beaches, Castle and Roman Aqueduct
The most notable sights lie on the edge of town. The Castell de Montpalau, a castle listed as cultural property, stands about 1.4 miles from the centre, while the Aqüeducte de Pineda, a Roman aqueduct running between Pineda de Mar and Tordera and protected as a Cultural Asset of National Interest, is around 1.1 miles away. Close by, at about 1.2 miles, is the Pont del Diable, a bridge that makes a natural pairing with the aqueduct on the same outing.
For most visitors, though, the shoreline is the point. Platja de Pineda and Playa dels Pescadors are each about half a mile from the centre, the wider stretch known as Platges de Pineda de Mar begins at a similar distance, and Platja dels Pins (0.6 miles) and Platja de La Riera (0.7 miles) complete the run. All suit families.
Tours and tickets for the area can be booked directly from this page, where the available activities are shown as booking cards.
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Roman aqueduct between Pineda de Mar and Tordera (Catalonia, Spain). Cultural Asset of National Interest
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Platja de Pineda
beach · In the centre
Tours & tickets in Pineda de Mar
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Pineda de Mar can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Pineda de Mar
Choosing Your Base in Pineda
Pineda de Mar is a compact, low-lying coastal town, so the main choice is how close to the sand you want to be. Staying near the seafront puts Platja de Pineda and Playa dels Pescadors within a short walk, which suits families who want to come and go from the beach through the day. Staying further back towards the edge of town brings you nearer the Roman aqueduct and the Castell de Montpalau.
Neighbouring towns along this coast are close enough to serve as alternatives: Santa Susanna is about a mile away and Calella around two. This page shows live hotel prices for Pineda de Mar so you can compare options for your dates.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Pineda de Mar and the villages around it is a hire car from Girona (GRO), about 28 min away.
Best time to visit Pineda de Mar
When to Visit Pineda de Mar
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Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
July and August are the best months for a beach holiday here. July is the driest month of the year, with around 16 mm of rain over four days and highs of 28°C, and August is the hottest at 29°C, with nights staying around 21°C in both months.
The autumn brings the heaviest rain: October is the wettest month at about 105 mm, with September close behind at 76 mm. May has the most rainy days, around twelve, even though totals are modest. Winters are mild rather than warm, with January highs near 14°C and lows around 5°C, which suits walking to the aqueduct and castle more than swimming.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 5°C | 19 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 15°C | 6°C | 49 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 17°C | 9°C | 46 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 19°C | 10°C | 68 mm | 11 h |
| May | 21°C | 13°C | 50 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 25°C | 18°C | 74 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 28°C | 21°C | 16 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 29°C | 21°C | 55 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 25°C | 17°C | 76 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 23°C | 16°C | 105 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 18°C | 11°C | 39 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 15°C | 6°C | 18 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
Flights, Ferries and Driving from Calais
Girona Airport is the closest, about 19 miles away and roughly a 28-minute drive, and it has direct flights from the United Kingdom. Barcelona Airport, also with direct UK flights, is around 39 miles away, about 55 minutes by car. Reus Airport is a further option with direct UK flights, though it is around 86 miles away and roughly two hours' drive.
The nearest ferry port is Barcelona, about 32 miles away, with sailings to the Balearics (Palma, Alcúdia, Maó, Ciutadella and Ibiza), to Italy and to Morocco. Driving the whole way from Calais takes around 15 hours at the wheel, so most people split it over two days.
By air
- Girona (GRO)19 miles, about 28 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Barcelona (BCN)39 miles, about 55 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Reus (REU)86 miles, about 2 h 1 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Barcelona (32 miles).
Pineda de Mar is good for
Around Pineda de Mar
Day Trips Along the Coast
The neighbouring towns are close enough for a half day. Santa Susanna is only about a mile away, Calella around two miles and Malgrat de Mar about three. Sant Pol de Mar, a smaller town of some 5,000 people, is roughly four miles along the coast.
A little further afield, Canet de Mar and Blanes, the largest town nearby with around 40,000 residents, are each about six miles away, and Arenys de Mar is roughly eight. For a change from the seafront, Hostalric lies about nine miles away.
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Tips from Robin
Practical Tips for Your Stay
Pineda de Mar is a mid-sized town of around 26,700 people, large enough for everyday needs, and with Calella and Malgrat de Mar of similar size within three miles, you have plenty of choice close at hand.
If you are travelling outside high summer, pack for showers: September and October carry the heaviest rainfall, and May has the most wet days. Choose Girona over Reus if you can, as it cuts the airport transfer from about two hours to under half an hour.
Questions people ask
What is the nearest airport to Pineda de Mar?
Girona Airport is the nearest, about 19 miles away and roughly a 28-minute drive. It has direct flights from the UK. Barcelona Airport, around 39 miles and 55 minutes away, also has direct UK flights.
Is Pineda de Mar good for families?
Yes. Its beaches, including Platja de Pineda, Playa dels Pescadors, Platja dels Pins and Platja de La Riera, are all family-friendly and lie within about three-quarters of a mile of the centre, so they are easy to reach with children.
When is the best time to visit Pineda de Mar?
July and August are best. July is the driest month with highs of 28°C, and August is the hottest at 29°C. October is the wettest month, so avoid autumn if guaranteed sunshine matters.
Are there historic sights in Pineda de Mar?
Yes. The Aqüeducte de Pineda is a Roman aqueduct protected as a Cultural Asset of National Interest, about a mile from the centre. The Pont del Diable bridge and the Castell de Montpalau castle are both within about a mile and a half.
How far is Pineda de Mar from Calella and Blanes?
Calella is only about two miles away, making it an easy short trip. Blanes, the largest town nearby, is around six miles along the coast, as is Canet de Mar.
Can I drive to Pineda de Mar from the UK?
You can. The drive from Calais takes around 15 hours, so most drivers break the journey overnight. Barcelona's ferry port is also about 32 miles away if you plan to continue on to the Balearic Islands.