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Tossa de Mar
Costa Brava, Spain•Balearic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
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EDITORIAL SCORE
4.46/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
24.6°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€65/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Costa Brava · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Ideal Swimming
Jan
13.4°C
Air 19°C
Feb
12.9°C
Air 20°C
Mar
13.2°C
Air 22°C
Apr
14.2°C
Air 25°C
May
16.6°C
Air 28°C
Jun
20.2°C
Air 31°C
Jul
23.2°C
Air 33°C
Peak
Aug
24.6°C
Air 33°C
Sep
23.1°C
Air 31°C
Oct
20.1°C
Air 28°C
Nov
16.9°C
Air 24°C
Dec
14.7°C
Air 21°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 23 Jun – 6 Oct (>21°C) · 105 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Spain Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.1 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.6 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Tossa de Mar
A golden crescent beneath the honey-coloured medieval walls and clifftop tower that make Tossa the Costa Brava's icon.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Direct municipal access along Passeig del Mar in central Tossa de Mar
•Protected Status / Environment: Coastal bathing reserve beneath the declared Historic-Artistic Monument of Vila Vella
•Notable Feature: Crescent-shaped golden sand beach overlooked by the 12th-century medieval fortified town and castle towers of Vila Vella
Official Tourism Authorities:spain.info
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
YesSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Costa Brava. Accessible via regional coastal roads (41.719°N, 2.932°E).
•Sheltered and calm below the walled headland.
•A crescent beneath a medieval walled old town and its clifftop castle.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Costa Brava, Spain.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tossa de Mar
What is the water temperature at Tossa de Mar?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Tossa de Mar averages 24.6°C (76°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Tossa de Mar?
Tossa de Mar is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Costa Brava, Spain.
Is Tossa de Mar good for families with kids?
Yes, Tossa de Mar is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Tossa de Mar?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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