5Cala Pola, Costa Brava

The Costa Brava is famous for its rocky coastline, but some of its most beautiful places are tiny coves hidden between forested hills.

Cala Pola, near Tossa de Mar, is a compact Mediterranean beach surrounded by pine trees and rugged cliffs. Its sheltered setting gives it an intimate atmosphere that feels worlds away from the larger resort beaches.

The combination of dense greenery, rocks and clear blue water makes it particularly attractive for swimming and enjoying the landscape rather than spending the day surrounded by crowds.