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Summer is ideal for outdoor activities, especially to enjoy water sports, which are practiced in the sea, the pool, rivers or swamps. The Catalan beaches are the most recurrent place, but not the only one, since the offer of activities goes far beyond the sea and goes into the interior of Catalonia in rivers and swamps.

Therefore, the range of options is large, you can visit sea caves or paddle kayaking in the middle of reservoirs, and if it is strong emotions to go rafting, sail on a sailboat or paddle surf.

The heat, the holidays and the change of routine make that, during the months of spring and summer, water sports and the sea become a good option to enjoy the sport and have fun exercising.

Catalonia has different spaces and companies focused on enjoying the Mediterranean, with a wide variety of sports activities and various services.

More or less daring, all of them allow you to enjoy the sun, soak yourself and see a totally different landscape to which we are at bed.

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Catalan Sailing Skate Championship in Canet de Mar

From 4 to 6 June 2022

Patin de sailing, or Catalan patin, is a one -design class of single-crew dinghy sailing vessel. It is characterized by being a Marconi-type single-sail catamaran without a boom and the peculiarity of not having a rudder or daggerboard. The…

Beach Water Polo Costa Brava

From 2 to 4 September 2022

This year water polo returns to the Gran de Palamós beach in a new edition of the Beach Water Polo Costa Brava. The event will feature 32 teams and a total of 330 Catalan, national and international athletes. The tournament is organized…

San Silvestre Marítima in La Ràpita

14 December 2025 

San Silvestre Marítima, say goodbye to the year from the sea in La Ràpita! La Ràpita will celebrate another edition of its original and fun San Silvestre Marítima, a festive event that combines sport, charity, and…

Kayak and snorkel excursion to the Costa Brava from Barcelona

From 1 to 21 April 

Discover the Costa Brava in a unique way with a kayaking and snorkeling excursion that will take you to explore the wonders of this spectacular coastline. This adventure is perfect for those seeking an exciting yet relaxing experience. What…

Half Empuriabrava in Castelló d'Empúries

From 16 to 17 May

The Half Empuriabrava arrives in Castelló d'Empúries, one of the most spectacular towns in the Alt Empordà. After completing the swim in the waters off the Costa Brava, the triathletes will navigate a course designed for…

Summer in Llançà - Active Family Holidays

From 20 June to 6 September … 

Llançà offers an active, family-friendly summer connected to nature, with a program full of experiences to discover the town through the sea, culture, sports, and gastronomy. The activities invite young and old alike to enjoy…

Summer Youth in Sallent

2 July … 

Sallent presents a new edition of Estiu Jove, a program designed for teenagers and young adults to enjoy their holidays with diverse, exciting, and fun-filled activities. The program combines outings, technology, creativity, and adventure challenges,…

Transsegre Balaguer 2026

From 10 to 12 July 

Transsegre is the most important water festival known throughout the country. It has become a collective summer festival that takes place between Balaguer, Camarasa, Gerb and Sant Llorenç de Montgai. Heat, water, imagination and an unleashed…

Roses in the Sea: Aquatic Walk and Guided Snorkeling

22 July … 

Experience the Roses coast from a new perspective! The Roses coastline is much more than a picture-postcard landscape: it's a place to move, breathe, and connect with nature. Whether you're looking for active wellness or underwater thrills,…

Canoeing down the Segre River!

2 August 

The Segre River once again becomes the setting for a refreshing day of sports with the ninth edition of the Segre Descent, an event designed to enjoy the river, the landscape and outdoor activity in the middle of summer. Participants from different…

Radikal Ocean52 in Palafrugell

From 9 to 11 October 

Llafranc and Calella de Palafrugell will once again host La Radikal, one of the major open water swimming events. The event has established itself as a sporting, participatory, and festive experience that brings together swimmers of all levels…

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