Hidden coves in Lloret de Mar that few visitors find 2026
5 hidden coves of Lloret de Mar that escape mass tourism: Cala Trons, Cala dels Frares, wild Cala Treumal. How to get there, what to bring and when to go.
Lloret de Mar has a reputation for mass tourism, but there are 5 small coves inside the municipality that escape the usual circuit: no car park, no beach bar, no rented parasols. To reach them you walk for 15–30 minutes along the Camí de Ronda or via discreet paths. The reward: coves that in the middle of August can have 5 people on the sand instead of 500.
This guide covers the five that genuinely deliver, with how to get to each and when to go. If you want more, there are wild coves north of Lloret that you can only reach by sea — a different level of adventure.
If you’re still planning the trip, have a look first at the best beaches in Lloret de Mar.
1. Cala Trons — the easiest of the hidden ones
1.5 km north of the centre, reachable via the Camí de Ronda. A small cove with sand, calm water and a pine wood behind it.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Access | 20 min walk from the centre |
| Sand | Golden sand with pebbles |
| Depth | 1–4 m near the shore |
| Services | None |
| When | Best on weekdays |
It’s the best-known of the “secret” coves (for what that’s worth). Pretty, doable for anyone with moderate fitness, clear water. If beach bars are non-negotiable, this one isn’t for you.
2. Cala dels Frares
2 km north, just past Cala Trons. Smaller and rockier. You’ll rarely have company.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Access | 30 min along the Camí de Ronda |
| Sand | Sand mixed with rock |
| Depth | 2–5 m |
| Services | None |
| When | Any day outside August midday |
It’s one of the least visited because the last stretch of the path is mildly technical (rocks, gradient). The reward: water that’s especially clear and total silence.
3. Cala Banys (the rocky stretch, not the restaurant)
1.5 km north, reachable by a staircase from the coast road. The restaurant area is touristy, but head down to the rock platforms on either side and you’ll find spots that feel all but private for sunbathing and getting in the water.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Access | 5 min stairs from the GI-682 road |
| Sand | Minimal (rocks) |
| Depth | 3–7 m, diving off the rocks |
| Services | Restaurant above |
| When | Sunset is best |
It’s not a conventional cove. It’s a sunbathe-on-rock-platforms-and-swim-in-deep-water spot (bring a mat). Grown-up bohemian feel, especially at sunset with a drink in hand.
4. Cala sa Tortuga
4 km south, in a less-trodden area near Sa Boadella. A small cove between two residential developments, reachable via a discreet path.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Access | 25 min walk from Fenals |
| Sand | Fine golden sand |
| Depth | Shallow |
| Services | None |
| When | Best in mid-June or September |
It’s one of those “local tip-off” coves — the kind locals mention to their friends. No crowds even on July weekdays.
5. Wild Cala Treumal
6 km south, on the border with Blanes. Not to be confused with the developed Platja de Treumal. The wild cove is right next to it, reachable on foot via the coast path or by sea.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Access | 15 min walk from the Treumal development car park |
| Sand | Fine golden sand |
| Depth | Moderate slope |
| Services | None |
| When | Any time, almost always empty |
Total isolation despite being a few metres from a busy holiday development. The access is what keeps it that way.
Quick table
| Cove | Walk-in distance | Difficulty | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cala Trons | 20 min N | Easy | Easing into “hidden cove” mode |
| Cala dels Frares | 30 min N | Moderate | Clarity and silence |
| Cala Banys (rocks) | 5 min N | Easy | Sunset with a drink |
| Sa Tortuga | 25 min S | Moderate | Local tip-off, empty |
| Wild Treumal | 15 min S | Easy | Isolation without the effort |
What to bring when heading to hidden coves
None of the 5 has services. The honest list:
- Plenty of water (at least 2 L per person in August)
- Light food (sandwich, fruit, nuts)
- Small portable parasol or sarong (no natural shade)
- One towel per person
- 50+ sunscreen with reapplications
- Closed-toe shoes for the path (not flip-flops)
- A bag for rubbish (take everything you brought with you)
- A portable phone charger (signal can drop)
- Mask and snorkel if you’re into snorkelling — the rock walls have marine life
Best time of year for hidden coves
| Month | What to expect |
|---|---|
| May | Empty, fresh water (18–19 °C) |
| June | Excellent, 21–22 °C, almost empty |
| July weekdays | Good |
| July weekends | More visitors |
| August weekdays | Bearable on weekdays |
| August weekends | Busier, but still better than the town beaches |
| September | Magnificent all month |
| October | Pure nature, fresh water |
Honest pick: June or the second half of September. Water at a good temperature, empty coves, no crowds in the landscape.
Combinations with other plans
- Walk + 2 coves in a day: head out from the centre along the Camí de Ronda heading north, swim stop at Cala Trons, continue to Cala dels Frares (second swim), back the same way.
- Hidden coves day, south end: Sa Tortuga + wild Treumal + a drop into Blanes for fresh fish at the harbour.
- Sunset + dinner: Cala Banys rocks at sunset + dinner at the restaurant above, or back to the old town.
Unwritten rules
- Discretion: if you find the cove empty or near-empty, keep it that way. No loud music, no loud groups.
- Carry it out: there are no bins. If you brought a bag, you leave with it.
- Mauve stingers can happen. Bring your own antihistamine gel — there’s no first aid down here.
- Don’t get caught on the path after dark: parts of the trails are uneven and far better walked with daylight.
Frequently asked questions
Are any coves accessible for reduced mobility? None of the “hidden” ones. By definition they’re walk-in via a path. For reduced mobility, better Fenals or Platja de Lloret.
Are dogs allowed? Not officially in peak season. Some (Sa Tortuga, wild Treumal) are tolerated in practice because of light supervision, but not authorised.
Is there a risk of losing mobile signal? Yes, in some. Carry offline maps (Maps.me, Mapy.cz) if you’re heading down a path you don’t know.
Can you spend the night or camp? No. All these are protected coastal areas. Camping and overnight stays are forbidden.
Which is the genuinely “most secret” one? Cala dels Frares for difficulty of access. Sa Tortuga for the discretion of the location. Both tend to be near-empty even in July.
In short
The hidden coves of Lloret are the opposite of the stereotype this town carries. If you’ve turned up thinking “this is just package tourism”, a morning at Cala Trons or wild Treumal flips the postcard. The 20–30 minute walk filters out 95% of the tourism and leaves the cove as it should be.
For more spots in the same vein (some only reachable by sea), follow on to the Camí de Ronda beach by beach or to Cala Sa Boadella, the prettiest natural cove in the municipality.