The Little Known Town of the Costa Maresme – Arenys de Mar

When we think of choosing a destination for our CostaMaresme Vacation Rental we will usually think of Calella de la Costa or Malgrat de Mar. However, there are many other lesser known towns which make up this coastline just north of Barcelona which are often overlooked. Charming Spanish coastal towns with fewer tourists and a more relaxed ambiance may just be what you are looking for.

Arenys de Mar

Located a short train, car or bus ride from central Barcelona sits the pretty fishing town of Arenys de Mar. It’s been an important fishing port in this region for centuries, the town even hasits own fisherman’s quarter, the origins of which date back to the 14th century. The town hosts many pieces of Modernist artwork for which the region is famous, and there are 10 defence towers to protect the town from invaders as the wealth from the fishing industry grew.

The centre of the town is Rambla, it is here you will discover the beautiful baroque designed Santa Maria Church, if you want to discover even more about the heritage of the town then a trip to the Frederic Mares de la Punta Museum and the Mineralogy museum are a must.

Perhaps the best place to discover the true heartbeat of Arenys de Mar is down on the promenade. This is the hub of the community, sit and watch the arrival of the fishing boats returning with their catch of the day. See how the local fish auctions are carried out, where restaurants from far and wide will bid for the freshest fish for their menu of the day.

When you have finished exploring this quaint town, and before you return to your Costa Maresme holiday rental, take a walk along the beach, stop to sample some of the fresh seafood in one of the waterfront restaurants and watch the sunset over the Mediterranean. It could just be the perfect end to the day.

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