Spain's Mediterranean coastline extends over 1,700 km from the French border in the north to Tarifa on the Straits of Gibraltar in the south. The coastline is very diverse and has a variety of landscapes. There are cliffs and sandy beaches, fertile farmlands, craggy mountains, olive groves and rocky coves. Each of the coastal regions has its own character. They were given names such as Sun Coast, White Coast, Coast of Light, Gold Coast and Wild Coast.
The north-eastern part of the Spanish Mediterranean coast is the Costa Brava. The 220 km long "Wild Coast" is steep and often rugged, with numerous picturesque bays, headlands and beaches. Many of the bays can only be reached by boat, such as in the area of Cap de Begur Cadaques or the peninsula with the Cap de Creus and the area between Tossa de Mar and Sant Feliu de Guixols. The Costa Brava is followed by the Costa Dorada. "The Gold Coast", with long sandy beaches it extends over 216 km from Vilanova i la Geltrú Alcanar in the north to the south. Worth a visit is the Catalonian capital of Barcelona. Further south is the Costa del Azahar which includes the coastal area around Valencia. Because of the many orange groves in the region, it is named the "Orange Blossom Coast". Located between Denia and Pilar de la Horadada is the Costa Blanca, the "White Coast". It impresses with its beautiful sandy beaches. The city of Alicante is interesting with a beautiful port and old town. In addition, a sailing trip to the Balearic Islands is recommended. The route to Ibiza or Formentera can be done in a day trip or overnight trip with only 50 to 70 sm. The southernmost part of the Spanish coast, the Costa del Sol is called "Sun Coast". The subtropical climate and the Moorish influence in the area will make you realise its close proximity to Africa. There are many opportunities for Yachtcharter Spanish Mediterranean all along the coast, Barcelona being the hotspot.