Attractions in Cambrils: Sights, Museums and Activities Cambrils, Spain
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This page provides a comprehensive guide to the various attractions on offer in Cambrils. I will cover the museums, the churches, historical buildings and the monuments and statues. A description of each attraction is provided, along with contact details and the address.
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Second to the beach, Cambrils is arguably most celebrated for its cuisine. It is known to be the best place in the Costa Daurada to sample local cuisine. It is also the home to two Michelin starred restaurants. For this reason, it is worth treating the restaurants of Cambrils as one of its main attractions. See our guide to Spanish restaurants in Cambrils.
Museums in Cambrils
There are three museums in Cambrils. They are all affiliated and together they are known as the 'Cambrils History Museum'. However, they are located in different places in town. The headquarters of the Cambrils History Museum is Museu Moli de las Tres Eres.
Museu Moli de las Tres Eres (The Three Era Mill Museum)
This museum is the site of a functioning hydraulic flour mill. It has been restored and is available to be viewed. The museum is also the site of an archaeological remains from the 13th century.
Museu Moli de les Tres Eres
Via Augusta, 1
43850 Cambrils, España.
Tel: +34 97 779 4528
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Museu Agricola (Agricultural Museum)
This museum is located inside a modernist building that used to be a wine cellar. It shares its space with a local co-operative food shop that sells the award winning local olive oil. Wine was produced in this building from 1921 until 1994. It is a chance to see the evolution of farming in Cambrils and you can view the machinery for the processes of making wine and olive oil.
Museu Agricola
Carrer Sindicat, 2
43850 Cambrils, España.
Tel: +34 97 779 4528
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Churches in Cambrils
La Mare de Deú de Vilafortuny Church
This church was built in the 1960s and offers a space where masses are held in the open air.
La Mare de Deu de Vilafortuny Church
Plaza Santa Maria de Vilafortuny
Cambrils, España.
La Mare de Deu del Cami Hermitage
This is a sanctuary devoted to the Virgin Mary. The current building was constructed in the 18th century and is considered to display a combination of architectural styles. It is an important place on the 08 September each year, when the feast of Saint Mary is celebrated.
La Mare de Deu del Cami Hermitage
Carrer Verge del Cami, 30
43850 Cambrils, España.
- on the corner with Avenida del Baix Camp
The Mas d'en Bosch Church
This is a Renaissance building that dates from 1575. It was constructed using the remains of the Barenys and Vilafortuny churches - these were demolished during attackes by pirates. There is a small cemetery in this church.
Mas d'en Bosch Church
Carrer Mas d'en Bosch
Cambrils, España.
- at the top of Avenida de Mas de Clariana
Buildings and places of interest in Cambrils
Torre de l'Ermita (The Tower of Hermitage)
This is a watchtower that has been declared a Cultural Asset of National Interest. It is located within the grounds of the Sanctuari de la Mare de Deu del Cami. It dates back to the fourteenth century. At this time it was used as surveillance along the coastline. It is impressive from the inside as well as the outside.
Torre de l'Ermita
Carrer Verge del Cami, 30
43850 Cambrils, España.
- on the corner with Avenida del Baix Camp
Tel: +34 97 779 4528
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Torre del Port (The Tower of the Port)
This is a seventeenth century watchtower that was used to defend the settlement against pirate attack (a fact that's sure to keep the attention of the kids!). It sits at the very heart of the port area and is used as a gallery for temporary exhibitions. The exhibitions are generally related to maritime history.
Torre del Port
Passeig Miramar, 31
Cambrils, España.
Tel: +34 97 779 4528
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La Llosa Roman Village
This is an impressive archaeological site that dates all the way back to between the 1st Century BC and the 4th Century AD. The ruins were only discovered in 1980. You are permitted to walk around the Roman ruins.
La Llosa Roman Village
Carrer Josep Iglesias
Cambrils, España.
- (it is set of the road at the centre of the green park area)
Tel: +34 97 779 4528
Torre del Telegraf (The Telegraph Tower)
This 19th century tower was built to optimise communication in that era by using an optical telegraph. It is said to be one of the best preserved examples of this in the country.
Torre del Telegraf
Avenida Diputacio
43850 Cambrils, España.
- directly at the bottom of Calle del Riu Llobregat
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Castell de Vilafortuny (The Vilafortuny Castle)
This building had also been listed as a Cultural Asset of National Interest. It originates from the 12th century and was built for defense purposes.
Castell de Vilafortuny
Avenida Vilafortuny
43850 Cambrils, España.
- located just off Calle de la Baronia just before the road loops.
Statues and Monuments in Cambrils
Far Vermell (The Red Lighthouse)
This is often seen in photos of Cambrils - a symbol of the area. It is located at the end of the wharf. It is a perfect setting for taking photographs of both the town and the sea. It is also the perfect vantage point for watching the fishermen at work.
Far Vermell
43850 Cambrils, España.
Located at the furthermost point of the Moll de Ponent.
Of course, the attractions mentioned here are not the only attractions on offer in Cambrils. The town also plays host to two idyllic parks. It is well known for its nautical centre. It plays host to a weekly market.
To learn more about Cambrils in general, including an overview to the port area, the beach area, the old town and the shops, see our Guide to the Districts of Cambrils.