Cadaqués - Roses

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The trail is initially mountainous inland, then runs along the coastline, providing access to coves and beaches, some of which belong to the Cap de Creus Natural Park. Panoramic views of Cadaqués and Cap de Creus. Between Cap Norfeu and the beginning of the urbanisation of Canyelles-Amaldrava, the coastal path overlooks the sea with magnificent landscapes. This route can be included in a longer route from Collioure to Roses.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 12.86 mi
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    Average duration: 7h 25 
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    Difficulty: Difficult
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    Back to start: No
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    Ascent: + 1,765 ft
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    Descent: - 1,778 ft
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    Highest point: 745 ft
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    Lowest point: -3 ft
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Waypoints

  1. S : mi 0 - alt. 20 ft - Cadaqués Torre d'es Baluard
  2. 1 : mi 2.57 - alt. 689 ft - Mas de Sa Sala and Punta Prima below
  3. 2 : mi 3.96 - alt. 7 ft - Cala Joncols
  4. 3 : mi 4.6 - alt. 184 ft - Road and GR to Cap de Norfeu
  5. 4 : mi 4.73 - alt. 49 ft - GR 92 coming from Cap Norfeu
  6. 5 : mi 4.9 - alt. 26 ft - Cala de la Pelosa
  7. 6 : mi 6.15 - alt. 59 ft - Cala Montjoi
  8. 7 : mi 10.2 - alt. 36 ft - Canyelles Beach
  9. 8 : mi 11.08 - alt. 30 ft - Roses Lighthouse
  10. 9 : mi 12.78 - alt. 23 ft - Proximity to the citadel
  11. E : mi 12.86 - alt. 36 ft - Roses Tourist Office

Reviews and comments

4.8 / 5
Based on 3 reviews
Ease of following the route
4.7 / 5
Route interest
5 / 5
User 17450462

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 12, 2026
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

We set off at 7am for this superb, well-signposted walk, which took us 6 hours and 10 minutes including regular breaks. There was no one else on the Cadaqués–Montjoi section. Please note: it’s a physically demanding hike, especially in the heat, and isn’t suitable for everyone!

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ed102
ed102

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 11, 2026
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A lovely walk along the coast.

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francounette
francounette

Overall rating : 4.5 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 07, 2026
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

A stunning hike from Rosas to Montjoi beach by the sea.
After a stretch with no signposts at all... for quite a long way.
Arrived safely in Cadaqués.

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