We suggest some ideas for discovering the Aiguamolls de l’Empordà, a natural area where you can enjoy nature, birdwatching, walking trails and cycling routes.
If you’re planning a getaway to Alt Empordà, the Aiguamolls de l’Empordà are a great place to enjoy nature and discover one of Catalonia’s most important wetlands.
That’s why, at CampingsCat, we’ve put together some of the activities and routes you can enjoy during your visit, from walks along the park’s trails to cycling routes, wildlife watching and special autumn activities.
And if you’d also like to explore Roses and the Costa Brava, Camping Rodas is a great base for discovering the surrounding area.
Camping Rodas – Roses
Camping Rodas, located in Roses, remains open until 15 November 2026. It is just 500 metres from Santa Margarida Beach and around 2 km from the centre of Roses. Facilities include pitches, mobile homes, lodges, a swimming pool, a children’s area, a restaurant and bicycle rental.
From the campsite, you can reach El Cortalet, one of the main access points to the Aiguamolls de l’Empordà Natural Park, in approximately 15–20 minutes by car.
🐦 Birdwatching and nature
The Aiguamolls de l’Empordà are an ideal place to observe birds and discover wildlife in its natural habitat.
🔭 With a pair of binoculars and a little patience, you can try to identify the different species you spot during your visit.
👨👩👧👦 It’s an easy activity to enjoy with the family, turning a walk through the park into a little nature-discovery adventure.
Natural Parks of the Costa Brava
🚶 Walking routes in the Aiguamolls
The Aiguamolls feature several signposted, mostly flat trails, some of which are particularly easy to explore with children.
- Cortalet – Mas Matà: 4.5 km · 1 hr 15 min · very easy.
- Mas Matà – Can Comas: 6 km · 1 hr 30 min · very easy.
- Estany de Vilaüt: 2.8 km · 1 hr · very easy.
🌿 These peaceful routes are perfect for enjoying the scenery and observing wildlife at your own pace.
👉 Check the park’s notices and access conditions before setting off, especially for the Can Comas route.
🚲 Discover the Aiguamolls by bike
You can also explore the area on two wheels, following various cycling routes.
Some options include:
- Cortalet – La Muga: 10.8 km · 2 hr 40 min · easy.
- Fluvià Nature Route: 8.3 km · 1 hr 10 min · easy.
- Estanys Route: 26.8 km · approximately 4 hr · moderate.
The Estanys Route is one of the most comprehensive options, passing through places such as Estany Europa, Empuriabrava, the Muga River and Estany de Vilaüt.
👉 Discover a unique natural setting
📅 Activities this autumn in the Aiguamolls
If you’re planning an autumn getaway with the family, October 2026 brings a range of activities at the Aiguamolls de l’Empordà, offering special ways to discover the park’s wildlife, nature and landscapes.
It’s a great opportunity to combine a campsite stay with outdoor activities and enjoy the surroundings together as a family.
If you’re planning an autumn getaway with the family, October 2026 brings a range of activities at the Aiguamolls de l’Empordà, offering special ways to discover the park’s wildlife, nature and landscapes.
It’s a great opportunity to combine a campsite stay with outdoor activities and enjoy the surroundings together as a family.
🐦 Bird Festival
10–12 October 2026
During the Bird Festival, various guided walks and visits are organised to help visitors discover the park’s birds and landscapes.
Activities include Itinerary 2, starting from Mas Matà, and a walk through the Aiguamolls salt marshes, starting from El Cortalet.
👉 Some activities have limited places or require advance booking.
💧 Visit to Estany de Vilaüt
11 October 2026
As part of the festival, a guided visit to Estany de Vilaüt and its surroundings is also scheduled. This is one of the characteristic natural areas of the Aiguamolls.
👉 Check the timetable and participation requirements before attending, as advance booking may be necessary.
🦌 Fallow deer census
Citizen science volunteering activity
On 15 and 22 October 2026, the Aiguamolls de l’Empordà Natural Park is organising a fallow deer census in the Les Llaunes Integral Nature Reserve.
This scientific volunteering activity is open to people interested in wildlife. Participants help monitor the fallow deer population by observing from fixed points.
🕓 Time: 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
📍 Meeting point: Rear entrance to El Cortalet
📝 Advance registration and confirmation of attendance are required.
🧂 “Traces of Salt” exhibition
25 September–23 October 2026 · El Cortalet
At El Cortalet, you can visit the “Traces of Salt” exhibition, dedicated to the history and heritage of the Salines de la Trinitat saltworks.
🕘 Opening hours: 9:00 am–4:00 pm
🎟️ Admission: Free
📍 Location: El Cortalet, Aiguamolls de l’Empordà Natural Park.
It’s an opportunity to learn more about the history and heritage of salt production in the area.
📌 Before visiting the Aiguamolls
- Stick to marked trails and respect restricted areas.
- Do not disturb or feed the animals.
- Bring binoculars if you want to watch birds.
- Wear suitable footwear, especially after rainy days.
- If cycling, follow the authorised routes.
- Check the park’s latest notices before setting off.
🌿 A getaway combining nature and the Costa Brava
The Aiguamolls de l’Empordà are a great choice for enjoying nature with the family. Make the most of your trip by exploring Roses, Cap de Creus and the Costa Brava, and staying at Camping Rodas, which is open until 15 November 2026.
👉 Check availability and book your stay at Camping Rodas
