Make a holiday rental farmhouse or self-catering villa in Tortosa, Spain your home away from home

Located in the northeast of Spain along the Ebre River is the Catalonian city of Tortosa. Situated between hills just above the Ebre delta, Tortosa is surrounded by mountains, olive trees, rice fields and orange groves. This historic town offers visitors the chance to relax in beautiful surroundings and enjoy the best of Catalonia culture.

Things to do on holiday in Tortosa, Spain

The town of Tortosa has a fascinating history and interesting monuments. Visitors staying in Tortosa holiday rentals can see well preserved medieval, Renaissance and baroque architecture. There are numerous historic buildings including the Arab castle of La Suda, which is perched on a hill and now operates as a hotel. There is also an interesting 14th century Gothic Cathedral, an 18th century chapel of La Cinta, as well as the 14th century Episcopal Palace.

Tortosa is a great place to get a taste of traditional Catalonian cuisine. Visitors to self-catering villas in Tortosa can dine out at restaurants that serve local dishes that include fresh fish, olives, rice, oranges, almonds and duck.

The beautiful area that surrounds Tortosa is perfect for nature lovers. The mountains and the Portes de Tortosa-Besseit National Park offer a magnificent setting for hiking, walking, mountain biking, horse riding, bird watching and even mountain climbing. You can take a boat tour of the delta area where you can see flocks of pink flamingos.

Places to visit on holiday in Tortosa, Spain

Farmhouses in Tortosa are great bases from which to explore the surrounding area. The nearby ancient city of Tarragona has important Roman monuments including the Amfitheatre Roma, the Muralla (town walls), and an aqueduct. The Archaeological Museum and the Museu Necropolis are good sources of information on Tarragona history. Tarragona also has some magnificent beaches.

Barcelona is less than two hours away from Tortosa and makes a great day trip. This popular city has attractions that include the imposing Sagrada Familia church, La Seu Cathedral, the bustling La Rambla street and Park Güell.

Weather in Tortosa, Spain

During the summer, Tortosa temperatures hover around 25°C. A constant refreshing sea breeze keeps Tortosa temperatures pleasant. Winters here are very mild, with temperatures rarely dropping below 10°C.

Flights to Tortosa, Spain

The nearest international airport to Tortosa is Barcelona Reus Airport (REU). There are a huge number of flights from various airports in the UK, including Glasgow (GLA), Liverpool (LIV) and London Airports, to Barcelona. From the airport visitors can hire a car, take a train or go by bus to Tortosa, which takes less than two hours.