Sant Carles de la Ràpita, Catalonia
Província de Tarragona · Catalonia · Spain · 15,511 residents · on the coast
Serra del Montsià
Barra del Trabucador
Far de Sant Carles de la Ràpita
Far de la Banya
Platja de les DeliciesSant Carles de la Ràpita is a seaside small town in Província de Tarragona, Catalonia, Spain, home to around 15,511 people. There are 12 notable places to see in and around town, including Serra del Montsià and Barra del Trabucador. The nearest airport is Reus (REU), about 1 h 7 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Serra del Montsià, Barra del Trabucador and Far de Sant Carles de la Ràpita.
- On the coast, with 8 named beaches nearby.
- Best weather from April to June: daytime highs between 22°C and 28°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Reus (REU) is 47 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Sant Carles de la Ràpita
Ranked by how well known they are.
1protected area- 2beach
- 3lighthouse
- 4lighthouse
- 5beach
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7beach
8beach
10beach
11beach
12beach
Platja de Garbí
beach · In the centre
El Castell
castle · In the centre
Tours & tickets in Sant Carles de la Ràpita
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Sant Carles de la Ràpita can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Sant Carles de la Ràpita
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for April to June.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Sant Carles de la Ràpita and the villages around it is a hire car from Reus (REU), about 1 h 7 min away.
Best time to visit Sant Carles de la Ràpita
April to June: daytime highs between 22°C and 28°C with little rain.
- 15°CJan16 mm
- 16°CFeb26 mm
- 20°CMar25 mm
- 22°CApr14 mm
- 24°CMay42 mm
- 28°CJun35 mm
- 31°CJul17 mm
- 32°CAug26 mm
- 27°CSept112 mm
- 25°COct144 mm
- 20°CNov65 mm
- 16°CDec18 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 15°C | 5°C | 16 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 16°C | 6°C | 26 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 20°C | 9°C | 25 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 22°C | 11°C | 14 mm | 11 h |
| May | 24°C | 14°C | 42 mm | 13 h |
| Jun | 28°C | 19°C | 35 mm | 13 h |
| Jul | 31°C | 22°C | 17 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 32°C | 23°C | 26 mm | 13 h |
| Sept | 27°C | 18°C | 112 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 25°C | 15°C | 144 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 20°C | 10°C | 65 mm | 8 h |
| Dec | 16°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
By air
- Reus (REU)47 miles, about 1 h 7 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Barcelona (BCN)90 miles, about 2 h 8 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Valencia (VLC)97 miles, about 2 h 17 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 16 h 39 min without stops.
Sant Carles de la Ràpita is good for
Around Sant Carles de la Ràpita
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
Questions people ask
Is Sant Carles de la Ràpita worth visiting?
Yes. Sant Carles de la Ràpita is known for Serra del Montsià, Barra del Trabucador and Far de Sant Carles de la Ràpita, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Sant Carles de la Ràpita?
April to June, with daytime highs between 22°C and 28°C with little rain.
How do I get to Sant Carles de la Ràpita from the UK?
Fly to Reus (REU), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 7 min by road. Barcelona (BCN) is an alternative, 90 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 16 h 39 min.
Is Sant Carles de la Ràpita good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Sant Carles de la Ràpita?
Peníscola (21 miles), Amposta (7 miles), Deltebre (9 miles) and Morella (37 miles) are all within an hour or so.