Originally built on a swamp, Empuriabrava was transformed into a tourist community, initially planned in 1964 and completed in 1975. The town has more than 40 km of canals and a seasonal, summer population of around 80,000. The Greco-Romanacropolis of Sant Martí d'Empúries is nearby.
Its aerodrome (ICAO-code LEAP), immediately to the north of the town, offers a variety of air sports with services for all levels of skydiving.
Transport and communications
Roads
Empuriabrava can be accessed by motorway AP-7 or state road N-II, then via state road C-260, taking the Figueres-Roses exit in the direction Roses.
Bus
Bus from Barcelona: Barcelona-Castelló d'Empúries-Empuriabrava.
Bus from Girona: Girona-Castelló d'Empúries-Empuriabrava.
Bus from Girona Airport: Aeroport de Girona-Empuriabrava (summer only).
Bus from Barcelona Airport: Bus Barcelona Airport - Figueres and after bus Figueres - Castelló d’Empúries - Empuriabrava
Train
The nearest train station (RENFE) is in Figueres, 15 km from the municipality. From there, there is a bus towards Castelló d'Empúries and Empuriabrava.
AVE and TGV trains arrive at the Figueres-Vilafant railway station. From there, there are buses to the principal bus station in Figueres, from which there are buses to Castelló d'Empúries and Empuriabrava.
Airports
Girona Airport: The nearest airport is Girona-Costa Brava, an important base for Ryanair. During the summer season, a bus to the town is available.
Additionally, the major international airport at Barcelona-El Prat is located 160 km to the south, around two hours by car.
Empuriabrava Aerodrome: In Empuriabrava there is also an aerodrome, Skydive Empuriabrava.
Boat
Port of Empuriabrava: 42° 14′ Latitude N – 3° 08′ Length E, accommodating 5,000 moorings for boats of up to 26 metres (85 ft) in length.
References
External links
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