To many, the Costa Brava and brilliant beaches are one and the same. The clue is in the name, after all (it loosely means “wild coast”), and this magnificent stretch of wonder is home to some of the best beaches in Europe. However, you might be a little surprised at how, well, wild some of them are. You can definitely find tourist-centric spots along the coast, but there are just as many untouched wonderlands waiting for you. If you’re looking for a spot of sun worshipping, there’s no better place to start than the Costa Brava.
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