Roots of Cork, Shores of the Mediterranean – a guided walk

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Palafrugell, Spain
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Duration

1 day

Category

Hiking

Type

Coast, Cork Experience, Cultural, Nature

Guide

Guided

About this tour

From the inland to the sea, walking through the history of cork. 

Embark on a hiking route that takes you from the medieval charm of Pals, through the fields and cork oak forests of the Empordà, to the Mediterranean coast, passing through Palafrugell, one of the great cork-producing centres of Catalonia.

Palafrugell was one of the great cork-producing centres of Catalonia. This route traces its industrial past through old factory buildings, the Cork Museum and streets that breathe history. Ideal for those who want to learn about the cultural and economic impact of cork on local life.

This easy day hike takes us from the medieval village of Pals through the cork oak forests of the Empordà. Our guide will tell you about the history, culture and nature of this beautiful region of Spain.

Highlights

  • Pals, a charming medieval village
  • The Cork Museum in Palafrugell
  • Calella de Palafrugell and its beaches

Included/Excluded

  • Official guide
  • Transfer to the start of the tour
  • Visit to the cork museum and the Vila Casas Foundation
  • Any activity not described

Itinerary

We meet at Calella de Palafrugell and we take a transfer with our local guide to Pals. We visit the medieval village, one of the most famous and most beautiful of the Emporda region. From Pals, we follow the paths that meander through sunflower fields, meadows and olive groves to the town of Palafrugell. We visit the charming and lively town center, where the Cork Museum is located. A guided visit will reveal the world of cork to us! From Palafrugell, we walk through cork oak and pine forest to the coast, where the whitewashed houses of Calella de Palafrugell welcome us. We deserve a drink and some local tapas!

Guide

Guided

Type

Coast
Cork Experience
Cultural
Nature

Season

Easter
Low Season (Oct-April)
Mid Season ( 15-30May / 15-30Sept)

Difficulty

1.Easy

Duration

1 day

Tour's Location

Palafrugell, Spain

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