{"id":27860,"date":"2018-01-22T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-01-22T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.clubvillamar.com\/blog\/?p=27860"},"modified":"2018-03-19T10:25:57","modified_gmt":"2018-03-19T10:25:57","slug":"what-to-see-and-do-in-tossa-de-mar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clubvillamar.com\/blog\/spain\/costa-brava\/tossa-de-mar\/what-to-see-and-do-in-tossa-de-mar\/","title":{"rendered":"What to see and do in Tossa de Mar"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_20021\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20021\" style=\"width: 5034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20021 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/www.clubvillamar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/shutterstock_108609494.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"5034\" height=\"2609\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20021\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Surrender to the charm of the \u201dpearl of the Costa Brava\u201d!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Tossa de Mar is a small picturesque village on the Catalan coast. Its rich history makes it an essential destination for <\/strong><strong>anyone who loves<\/strong><strong> history and heritage! <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Feast your eyes! This ancient fishing village is bursting with treasures and many beautiful places to visit during your stay on the Costa Brava. <\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Our opinion<\/strong><strong> on must-see places in Tossa de Mar.<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Whether you are spending a holiday here or taking a day trip, <strong>Tossa de Mar <\/strong>is well worth a visit. The village has a distinctive appearance thanks to its <strong>twelfth century ramparts <\/strong>that overlook the sea and its white houses with flower-covered balconies.<\/p>\n<p><strong><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20022 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/www.clubvillamar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/17220575465_6b479295ec_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"690\" height=\"461\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>But Tossa isn\u2019t just one of<strong> Spain\u2019s postcard-pretty villages! <\/strong>This ancient fishing village is the perfect place to <strong>immerse yourself in <\/strong><strong>the<\/strong><strong> history <\/strong><strong>of Catalonia <\/strong><strong>and discover <\/strong><strong>its <\/strong><strong>Spanish heritage. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>For a culture and history filled holiday on the Costa Brava, come to Tossa de Mar!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clubvillamar.com\/villas\/spain\/costa-brava\/tossa-de-mar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Villa <\/strong><strong>rental<\/strong><strong> in Tossa de Mar<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n<h2>In the beginning there was Turissa&#8230;<\/h2>\n<p>Archaeological excavations have identified <strong>the <\/strong><strong>variou<\/strong><strong>s occupants of <\/strong><strong>what is now<\/strong><strong> Tossa <\/strong><strong>since a<\/strong><strong>ncient times. <\/strong>It began with the Iberians followed by the Romans. The extension of the Roman Empire into the Iberian Peninsula strengthened the importance of this coastal village. Visit the <strong><a href=\"#LP_265\">Roman villa at Ametllers<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>to see for yourself. A great tip for when you\u2019re on <strong>holiday on the Costa Brava. <\/strong>At that time, <strong>Tossa de Mar <\/strong>was named Turissa.<\/p>\n<p>The rise continued <strong>in the Mi<\/strong><strong>ddle A<\/strong><strong>ges and the Renaissance period <\/strong>when the town was used as a base and a hunting post for the Counts of Barcelona. It is thus endowed with beautifully preserved fortifications that can be admired to this day. The old town, in the meanwhile, is brimming with religious buildings. Go back in time to discover <strong>Tossa during the Renaissance period <\/strong>with a visit to the <strong><a href=\"#LP_272\">Moorish tower<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>and the <strong><a href=\"#LP_271\">chapel of the Virgin del Socors<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20023 aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/www.clubvillamar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/spain-79348_1920.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"664\" height=\"498\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In modern times, the city was stifled by the medieval walls and little by little its inhabitants began to settle outside of the ramparts. That is when fortified farms began to appear. Sheltered by their ramparts, they endeavoured to resist <strong>pirate attacks along the Catalan coast. <\/strong>Discover an example of these original farms through a <strong><a href=\"#LP_267\">visit to Can Leandro<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Since the eighteenth century, some of Tossa\u2019s inhabitants have made the most of the <strong>discovery of the Americas <\/strong>to make their fortune across the Atlantic. The so-called <strong>\u201cIndianos\u201d <\/strong>then returned to their hometown. They had sumptuous homes and premises for charitable organisations built. This is the case of <strong><a href=\"#LP_269\">the old Sant Miquel hospital<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>which has now been transformed into Tossa de Mar\u2019s cultural centre.<\/p>\n<h3>Ava Gardner<\/h3>\n<p>In the period between the two world wars, <strong>Tossa de Mar\u2019s reputation <\/strong>went beyond the borders of the peninsula. Painters, sculptors and other artists were seduced by the charm of this fortified village and took their holidays here, just like the <strong>famous Marc Chagall. <\/strong>Tossa has thus been able to establish one of<strong> Spain\u2019s first modern art museums, <a href=\"#LP_264\">the municipal museum<\/a>, <\/strong>whose collection of works is still worth a visit to this day.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"#LP_270\">Sans House<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>will seduce lovers of <strong>Modernist architecture.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Tossa\u2019s attractiveness, temporarily interrupted by the Spanish Civil War, foreshadowed <strong>its success <\/strong>from the 1960s onwards. Today, the town continues to attract <strong>tourists from around the globe. <\/strong>It has preserved its incredible charm.<\/p>\n<p>Tossa de Mar pays tribute to actress Ava Gardner<\/p>\n<h2>Take a walk in Tossa&#8230;<\/h2>\n<p>Why not enjoy the sweet mornings and late afternoons to <strong><a href=\"#LP_266\">explore the old town<\/a>? <\/strong>You will be spoiled for choice among the <strong>many historical buildings<\/strong>, remnants of <strong>Tossa de Mar\u2019s rich history. <\/strong>Stroll through the shady cobbled streets and enjoy the calm that reigns there.<\/p>\n<p>The old town and its <strong>ramparts<\/strong><strong>,<\/strong><strong>classed as historical monuments, <\/strong>alone merit a long walk. Day and night, it is difficult to resist the <strong>medieval charm of this village! <\/strong>Whilst you\u2019re strolling around the town, do not miss out on a <strong><a href=\"#LP_268\">visit to the two Sant Vicen\u00e7 churches<\/a>. <\/strong>From the medieval church, you can enjoy an exceptional view of the sea.<\/p>\n<p>Lovers of the sea and its history will appreciate the detour by the <strong><a href=\"#LP_273\">Tossa lighthouse<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>where you can now find an <strong>exposition on the history of the lighthouses of the Mediterranean sea.<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_27858\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-27858\" style=\"width: 403px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-27858 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.clubvillamar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/download-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"403\" height=\"618\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-27858\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Tossa de Mar pays tribute to actress Ava Gardner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You can also admire the <strong>statue of Ava Gardner, <\/strong>one of the town\u2019s pride and joys. It pays tribute to the actress who shot the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Pandora_and_the_Flying_Dutchman\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">film Pandora here (released in 1951).<\/a> <\/strong>A small anecdote: this production was the first international scale production to be filmed in Spain.<\/p>\n<p>You can also go on a<strong>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/tossatourexperience.com\/tossa\/?lang=en\">guided tour of <\/a><\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/tossatourexperience.com\/tossa\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Tossa de Mar<\/strong><\/a>: a good idea for history buffs and enthusiasts. To find out more, visit the Tossa Tour Experience website.<\/p>\n<p>If you prefer to visit the town on your own, pick up a <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.infotossa.com\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tourist brochure from Tossa de Mar\u2019s tourist office<\/a>. <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"[caption id=\"attachment_20021\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"5034\"]<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20021 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/www.clubvillamar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/shutterstock_108609494.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"5034\" height=\"2609\" \/> Surrender to the charm of the \u201dpearl of the Costa Brava\u201d![\/caption]\n<p><strong>Tossa de Mar is a small picturesque village on the Catalan coast. Its rich history makes it an essential destination for <\/strong><strong>anyone who loves<\/strong><strong> history and heritage! <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Feast your eyes! This ancient fishing village is bursting with treasures and many beautiful places to visit during your stay on the Costa Brava. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Our opinion<\/strong><strong> on must-see places in Tossa de Mar.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20022 alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/www.clubvillamar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/17220575465_6b479295ec_b.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Whether you are spending a holiday here or taking a day trip, <strong>Tossa de Mar <\/strong>is well worth a visit. The village has a distinctive appearance thanks to its <strong>twelfth century ramparts <\/strong>that overlook the sea and its white houses with flower-covered balconies.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>But Tossa isn\u2019t just one of<strong> Spain\u2019s postcard-pretty villages! <\/strong>This ancient fishing village is the perfect place to <strong>immerse yourself in <\/strong><strong>the<\/strong><strong> history <\/strong><strong>of Catalonia <\/strong><strong>and discover <\/strong><strong>its <\/strong><strong>Spanish heritage. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>For a culture and history filled holiday on the Costa Brava, come to Tossa de Mar!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Villa <\/strong><strong>rental<\/strong><strong> in Tossa de Mar<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>In the beginning there was Turissa&#8230;<\/h2>\n<p>Archaeological excavations have identified <strong>the <\/strong><strong>variou<\/strong><strong>s occupants of <\/strong><strong>what is now<\/strong><strong> Tossa <\/strong><strong>since a<\/strong><strong>ncient times. <\/strong>It began with the Iberians followed by the Romans. The extension of the Roman Empire into the Iberian Peninsula strengthened the importance of this coastal village. Visit the <strong>Roman villa at Ametllers <\/strong>to see for yourself.A great tip for when you\u2019re on <strong>holiday on the Costa Brava. <\/strong>At that time, <strong>Tossa de Mar <\/strong>was named Turissa.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20023 alignright\" src=\"http:\/\/www.clubvillamar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/spain-79348_1920.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"332\" height=\"249\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The rise continued <strong>in the Mi<\/strong><strong>ddle A<\/strong><strong>ges and the Renaissance period <\/strong>when the town was used as a base and a hunting post for the Counts of Barcelona. It is thus endowed with beautifully preserved fortifications that can be admired to this day. The old town, in the meanwhile, is brimming with religious buildings. Go back in time to discover <strong>Tossa during the Renaissance period <\/strong>with a visit to the <strong>Moorish tower <\/strong>and the <strong>chapel of the Virgin del Socors. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In modern times, the city was stifled by the medieval walls and little by little its inhabitants began to settle outside of the ramparts. That is when fortified farms began to appear. Sheltered by their ramparts, they endeavoured to resist <strong>pirate attacks along the Catalan coast. <\/strong>Discover an example of these original farms through a <strong>visit to Can Leandro.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Since the eighteenth century, some of Tossa\u2019s inhabitants have made the most of the <strong>discovery of the Americas <\/strong>to make their fortune across the Atlantic. The so-called <strong>\u201cIndianos\u201d <\/strong>then returned to their hometown. They had sumptuous homes and premises for charitable organisations built. This is the case of <strong>the old Sant Miquel hospital <\/strong>which has now been transformed into Tossa de Mar\u2019s cultural centre.<\/p>\n<p>Ava Gardner<\/p>\n<p>In the period between the two world wars, <strong>Tossa de Mar\u2019s reputation <\/strong>went beyond the borders of the peninsula. Painters, sculptors and other artists were seduced by the charm of this fortified village and took their holidays here, just like the <strong>famous Marc Chagall. <\/strong>Tossa has thus been able to establish one of<strong> Spain\u2019s first modern art museums, the municipal museum, <\/strong>whose collection of works is still worth a visit to this day.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Sans House <\/strong>will seduce lovers of <strong>Modernist architecture.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Tossa\u2019s attractiveness, temporarily interrupted by the Spanish Civil War, foreshadowed <strong>its success <\/strong>from the 1960s onwards. Today, the town continues to attract <strong>tourists from around the globe. <\/strong>It has preserved its incredible charm.<\/p>\n<p>Tossa de Mar pays tribute to actress Ava Gardner<\/p>\n<h2>Take a walk in Tossa&#8230;<\/h2>\n<p>Why not enjoy the sweet mornings and late afternoons to <strong>explore the old town? <\/strong>You will be spoiled for choice among the <strong>many historical buildings<\/strong>, remnants of <strong>Tossa de Mar\u2019s rich history. <\/strong>Stroll through the shady cobbled streets and enjoy the calm that reigns there.<\/p>\n[caption id=\"attachment_20024\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"181\"]<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20024 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/www.clubvillamar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/download-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"181\" height=\"278\" \/> Tossa de Mar pays tribute to actress Ava Gardner[\/caption]\n<p>The old town and its <strong>ramparts<\/strong><strong>,<\/strong><strong>classed as historical monuments, <\/strong>alone merit a long walk. Day and night, it is difficult to resist the <strong>medieval charm of this village! <\/strong>Whilst you\u2019re strolling around the town, do not miss out on a <strong>visit to the two Sant Vicen\u00e7 churches. <\/strong>From the medieval church, you can enjoy an exceptional view of the sea.<\/p>\n<p>Lovers of the sea and its history will appreciate the detour by the <strong>Tossa lighthouse <\/strong>where you can now find an <strong>exposition on the history of the lighthouses of the Mediterranean sea. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You can also admire the <strong>statue of Ava Gardner, <\/strong>one of the town\u2019s pride and joys. It pays tribute to the actress who shot the <strong>film Pandora here (released in 1951). <\/strong>A small anecdote: this production was the first international scale production to be filmed in Spain.<\/p>\n<p>You can also go on a<strong> guided tour of <\/strong><strong>Tossa de Mar<\/strong>: a good idea for history buffs and enthusiasts. To find out more, visit the Tossa Tour Experience website.<\/p>\n<p>If you prefer to visit the town on your own, pick up a <strong>tourist brochure from Tossa de Mar\u2019s tourist office. <\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":43732,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","enabled":false}}},"categories":[6727,6737,6778],"tags":[106,156,1840],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>What to see and do in Tossa de Mar<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The jewel of the Costa Brava, Tossa de Mar is almost like an open-air museum. 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