Sometimes, the most special corners of coast They are not marked on tourist maps or appear in agencies catalogs. In the middle of the Costa Dorada, under the silhouette of a medieval castle that seems to guard the sea, a tiny cove is hidden, but full of charm. Surrounded by pine forests, protected from bustle and with so clear waters that they look like glass, Cala Jovera has become a shelter for those looking for sea and calm in equal parts. And the best: it is just two hours from Saragossa.
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Cala Jovera You do not need artifice to impress. To its scarce 90 meters in length, it adds a privileged location: it is located just below Tamarit Castle, a Romanesque fortification of the eleventh century that seems suspended over the sea. The image is so spectacular that it has traveled thousands of profiles in social networks. Although the castle is private property and can only be visited in celebrations and events, its majestic presence converts any bathroom into a scenic experience difficult to forget.
Virgin nature and transparent waters
Despite being in one of the most tourist areas of Catalonia, Cala Jovera retains the charm of the virgin beaches. The environment is surrounded by pine forests, rock formations and native vegetation, without modern constructions or services that alter the landscape. The waters, of an intense greenish blue color, are especially clean and quiet, which makes it an excellent place for bathroom or to practice snorkeling very close to the shore.
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Boca to mouth and social networks have increased the popularity of Cala Jovera, but still without being a massive cove. Of course, its small size suits to avoid the central hours of the day in high season. In the early morning or during the week, it is common to find a very quiet atmosphere, even in the middle of summer.
Not having services (or beach bar, no showers, or lifeguards), many visitors choose to bring food and drink and spend the day there. There is natural shadow thanks to the pines, which allows you to protect the sun without the need for umbrellas.
Simple access to foot
Arriving in Cala Jovera is not complicated, although the last section must be done on foot. The most comfortable option is to park around the castle of Tamarit or in the campsites of the area, from where a well signposted path that in about 10 minutes it takes to La Cala. It is not a especially demanding path, but it is recommended to wear comfortable footwear, especially if it is loaded with backpack, umbrella or fridge.
Although it is not allowed to go down with the sand, the proximity of the parking lot and the castle make it perfectly accessible for families with children.
Very close to the Cala is the historical nucleus of Tamarit, a small town with Mediterranean charm that retains its tranquility even in summer. Although many visit it only to look at the castle, it is worth walking through its streets, surrounded by vegetation and small houses of traditional style. Its reduced size and relaxed environment make it a good complement to a beach day without hurry.
Cala Jovera is one of those places where the Mediterranean shows its most serene and authentic face. With a castle watching the horizon, waters that invite the bathroom and a natural environment that remains almost intact, this cove offers much more than a simple beach day. Ideal to disconnect without leaving very far, it is one of the best kept secrets on the Costa Dorada … for now.
