Medes Islands
Illes Medes
A marine reserve off L'Estartit, one of the best diving spots in the Mediterranean. Glass-bottom boats show groupers and coral.
The Medes Islands are a group of seven small islands about 1 km off the coast of L'Estartit. Fishing has been banned here since 1983, and fish density ranks among the highest in the Mediterranean. Large groupers, sea breams and red coral are common. Visitors who cannot dive can take a glass-bottom boat (about 1.5 hours, with an underwater viewing cabin), join a snorkelling tour or paddle a kayak around the islands. Landing on the islands is not allowed. Boat tickets cost about 20 to 30 euros. L'Estartit is about 25 km from Palafrugell.
Opening hours
Boats run April–October (check operator)