El Parc del Pinaret

El Parc del Pinaret is the largest green space in Cambrils, a coastal town on Catalonia's Costa Daurada. Opened on 28 April 2007, the park has become a favourite spot for walks, picnics and family outings among both locals and visitors staying in the area.

How do you get to Parc del Pinaret?

The park sits inland from Cambrils' seafront promenade, within easy reach of the town centre. It has five public entrances, so you can enter from several different directions depending on where in town you're coming from — convenient whether you're on foot or arriving by bike. These five access points feed into a network of walking routes running through the park, making it simple to plan a loop that matches your starting point.

What will you see in the park?

Covering roughly 4.5 hectares, the park is organised into four distinct zones.

The first is a wooded area with shaded paths and picnic tables — a good place to rest under the pine trees, especially in summer when coastal temperatures climb. The second zone is a paved public plaza with a photovoltaic pergola and a set of steps that double as seating for outdoor events, making it a natural gathering point for local activities.

The third area is the so-called green classroom (aula verda), which recreates a traditional agricultural plot where visitors can learn about native plant species — a nice educational stop for families travelling with children. The fourth zone is a children's play area built around road-safety education, letting younger visitors practise basic traffic rules in a hands-on setting.

The park also includes a dedicated bike path, making it a convenient stop on a cycling route through Cambrils, along with walking paths connecting all four zones.

When is the best time to visit?

Parc del Pinaret can be visited year-round, but spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons, when temperatures are milder and the shaded woodland paths keep you out of direct sun. In summer, when the Costa Daurada heat is at its strongest, early morning or evening visits are more pleasant — the tree cover in the wooded zone provides welcome shade at those times. Since the park is a free, publicly accessible space, it can be visited at any hour of the day.

Who is this park for?

Thanks to its mix of zones, Parc del Pinaret works well for families with young children (play area, green classroom) as well as anyone looking for a quiet spot to walk or picnic in the shade. Cyclists will appreciate the marked bike path, and those interested in local events can head to the paved plaza with its stepped seating, where community activities regularly take place.

Frequently asked questions

Is entry to the park free? Yes, El Parc del Pinaret is a public municipal space and entry is free.

Can you have a picnic in the park? Yes, the wooded zone has picnic tables set in the shade of the trees, making it a suitable spot for an outdoor family meal.

Is the park suitable for children? Yes, it includes a play area with road-safety education elements and a green classroom showcasing native plant species — both aimed primarily at younger visitors.

How big is Parc del Pinaret? The park covers around 4.5 hectares and is the largest green space in Cambrils, divided into four functional zones.