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Practical info — Cadaqués

🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

  • The road to Cadaqués is very winding; drive carefully or take the bus from Figueres.
  • Visit the Dalí house in Portlligat early, and you absolutely must book your tickets weeks in advance.
  • Parking in the center is notoriously difficult; use the large paid lot right at the entrance of the town.
  • The strong Tramuntana wind can make evenings chilly even in mid-summer, so bring a sweater.

🍽 Food

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Suquet de peix

A hearty Catalan fish stew, best enjoyed at the traditional seafood restaurants situated along the seafront promenade.

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Taps de Cadaqués

Small, cork-shaped sponge cakes dusted with powdered sugar. Look for them in the local traditional bakeries.

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Anchovies (Anxoves)

Local salted anchovies that are excellent served as tapas with crusty bread and tomato in the small old town bars.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Ceramics & Art

Explore the steep, cobbled streets of the old town to discover small, independent art galleries and local pottery.

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Empordà Wines

Purchase characterful local DO Empordà wines in the delicatessens and wine shops located near the town center.

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Cap de Creus Natural Park

Hike to the lighthouse to enjoy a remarkable, wind-swept lunar landscape completely away from the crowds.

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Platja de s'Alqueria petita

A smaller, quieter pebble cove located slightly away from the bustling main beaches of the town.

Highlights of 2026

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Tucked away behind the rugged mountains of the Cap de Creus peninsula, Cadaqués remains the most scenic and unspoiled fishing village on the Costa Brava. Its historical isolation has beautifully preserved its authentic charm, defined by brilliant whitewashed houses, labyrinthine cobblestone streets, and intimate pebbly coves lapped by crystalline waters. The village's unique luminous quality and wild, wind-sculpted landscapes have acted as a magnet for artists for decades, most notably the surrealist genius Salvador Dalí, whose delightfully eccentric former home in the adjacent cove of Portlligat is now museum. The atmosphere in Cadaqués is distinctly bohemian and unhurried. Daily life revolves around the scenic waterfront promenade, lined with inviting cafes and exceptional seafood restaurants serving the daily catch. Crowning the village is the iconic Santa Maria church, which houses a spectacular Baroque wooden altarpiece. Beyond the town, the stark, lunar-like landscapes of the surrounding natural park, shaped by the relentless Tramuntana wind, provide world-class hiking and a deep sense of Mediterranean tranquility far removed from mass tourism.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

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Geography

Population
2,894
Coordinates
42.28870, 3.27740

Facts

  • The Church of Santa Maria features a 23-meter high Baroque altarpiece.
  • Dalí's house in Portlligat is composed of several merged fishing shacks.
  • Cap de Creus Natural Park covers 13,886 hectares of land and sea.
  • The village was raided by the pirate Barbarossa in the 16th century.
  • The population spikes from 2,700 to over 20,000 during the summer.
  • The 'Rastell' cobblestone streets were handcrafted from coastal slate.

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Sights in the town Cadaqués (9)

Casa-Museu Salvador Dalí

Dalí's former home in Portlligat showcases the eccentric interior design and original studio of the world-famous artist.

Far de Cap de Creus

This lighthouse at the easternmost point of the Iberian Peninsula features dramatic views of the rugged rocky coastline.

Platja Gran

The town's central pebble beach is lined with characterful cafés and a promenade, great for a seaside stroll.

Museu de Cadaqués

Housed in a former orphanage, this museum focuses on the village's history and works by local artists like Dalí.

Monument a Salvador Dalí

This bronze statue on the waterfront honors the painter who made Cadaqués globally famous through his artistic vision.

Ermita de Sant Baldiri

A simple 18th-century chapel located next to the cemetery, offering a quiet atmosphere away from the main center.

Platja d'en Talla Dofins🎡 recreation

Platja d'en Talla Dofins, a beach in Cadaqués on the Costa Brava.

Cala Torta🎡 recreation

Cala Torta, a sheltered cove in Cadaqués on the Costa Brava.

Platja Guillola🎡 recreation

Platja Guillola, a beach in Cadaqués on the Costa Brava.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Salvador Dalí's house located?
His home is located in Portlligat bay, about a 15-20 minute walk from the center of Cadaqués.
Do I need to book for the Dalí House?
Yes, online booking in advance is mandatory as only small groups are allowed inside at a time.
Is the road to Cadaqués difficult to drive?
The road is very winding and crosses the Cap de Creus mountains. You should drive carefully.
Which is the best restaurant for paella?
There are many by the sea; 'Compartir' is world-famous (book ahead) but in a higher price range.
Can you hike in the Cap de Creus nature reserve?
Yes, there are great trails leading to the lighthouse at Spain's easternmost point, featuring unique rock shapes.
Cadaqués: where is it located?
Cadaqués is located in Spain.
Cadaqués: what is there to see?
Highlights include Casa-Museu Salvador Dalí, Far de Cap de Creus, Platja Gran.
Cadaqués: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Cadaqués: why is it worth visiting?
Tucked away behind the rugged mountains of the Cap de Creus peninsula, Cadaqués remains the most scenic and unspoiled fishing village on the Costa Brava.
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