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Finca Vall den Rubi is situated in the southern part of Spanish Catalonia.

This finca is laying at an altitude of 500 meters in the mountains, at the border of Bitem and Tortosa. Within a half an hour’s drive you’ll be able to see breathtaking views of the bays and virgin beaches of the Mediterranean Sea . 

Bays

The bays along the Mediterranean Costa Dorada are very impressive. The clear turquoise blue water with the gold tone bays and sandy beaches haven’t been spoiled by big hotel chains and tourism as of yet. Of course you’ll find entertainment in the surrounding villages and harbours, on the beaches and boulevards, or at a terrace with live music. You could visit some of the many traditional events being held there, or go to a summer market where the old trades are displayed or where you can buy all kinds of curiosa. Arts and crafts play an important role in Catalonia, especially ceramics and paintings.

Ebro Delta

Bird sanctuary the Ebro Delta is just a 15 minute drive away. You can walk or cycle there forever. This Ebro Delta is about 320 km², thus being the second biggest swamp area of the western Mediterranean , after the French Camargue. In 1983 the Ebro Delta has been named a natural habitat, where you’ll find more than 300 species of birds, among which flamingos, and various types of herons. However, rare plants, amphibians, fish and invertebrate animals  can be found in the Ebrodelta as well.

Els Ports

On the opposite side you’ll be looking at the mountain range of Els Ports (Puertos de Beseit), a mountain-like setting. The Mont-Caro forms the highest top at 1420 mtr. On a clear day when the mistral is blowing, you’ll be able to see as far as the Pyrenees in the north and the Balearen in the east. In winter there might even be snow at times.

The Els Ports are one of the most impressive Mediterranean mountain ranges, because of its rustic lonesome landscapes, the vast forests, and a rich variety of fauna.

One of the most remarkable animals is the wild goat, symbol of the Els Ports. But you’ll also see birds like eagles, buzzards, owls and various other birds of the forest.

As far as mammals are concerned, you’ll see the shy wildcat, squirrels, otters or even the river crayfish still secretly living in the crystal clear rivers, where numerous species of fish originate from.

Tortosa

A middle-aged city with plenty of Roman buildings. The shopping centre, the Parador and Cathedral are the tourist attractions. The Ebro River flows across the city and is a paradise for the fishermen. The green hills around Tortosa are used for farmers with olive, almonds and/or citrus plantations.