Camí de Ronda from Sant Antoni de Calonge: Torre Valentina & beyond

The Camí de Ronda from Sant Antoni de Calonge is especially rewarding because the scenery changes almost immediately. Start near Torre Valentina at the western end of the long beach and within a short distance the promenade disappears behind you, replaced by rock, pine trees and smaller inlets. The route towards Roques Planes and Cap Roig can be a short scenic walk or a more active half-day, depending on how far you continue. We would not measure success by distance. The best version is the one that leaves enough time to stop, swim and enjoy the views without turning the walk into an endurance test.

Torre Valentina is the natural starting point

Torre Valentina is easy to recognise and gives you a clear transition between the broad bay of Sant Antoni and the rockier coast to the west. From here the path starts gently enough for a short outing, yet the views change quickly. If you are staying in Sant Antoni, it is possible to walk from the promenade rather than drive to a trailhead. That makes the route feel like part of the destination instead of a separate hiking excursion. In summer, leaving early keeps the first hour cooler and gives you more room on the narrow sections.

Roques Planes is the first memorable coastal landmark

Roques Planes stands out because of its unusually flat rock formations at the water’s edge. It is a beautiful place to stop and look around, but the surface can be slippery and irregular, so good footwear matters. We would not treat it like a conventional sandy beach, especially with very young children. With older children and adults who enjoy exploring, it can be the highlight of a shorter walk. Our Sant Antoni beach guide explains how Roques Planes differs from the main beach and the easier options nearby.

Continue towards Cap Roig only when the group wants more

Beyond the most accessible coves, the path continues through a series of rises, rocky sections and viewpoints towards Cap Roig. The walking is not technical mountaineering, but the summer sun makes every extra kilometre feel harder. Carry water, wear proper shoes and decide beforehand that turning around is always acceptable. We prefer a route that includes a relaxed swim and enough time to sit by the water over one that ends with everybody rushing back because lunch has been booked too tightly.

Use the sea as part of the walk, not just the view

The great thing about this section of Camí de Ronda is that the Mediterranean is not something you only look at from above. Several points invite a swim when conditions are comfortable, which changes the character of the outing completely. Pack light enough that going into the water is simple. In July and August, swimming also gives the body a welcome break from the heat. If you are walking with children, our Sant Antoni with children guide helps judge whether a short coastal section fits the family better than a longer route.

Finish back on the promenade

Returning to Sant Antoni is part of the pleasure. After rock, pine trees and smaller coves, the flat promenade suddenly feels easy again. You can sit down for lunch, buy something cold to drink and let the rest of the day become a normal beach afternoon. That contrast is why we like this walk as part of a holiday rather than as a sporting challenge. It adds a wild Costa Brava moment without requiring you to give up the convenience of staying beside a long, accessible beach.