Quick Overview:
Tossa De Mar may have been settled by stone-age man but make no mistake this is a cosmopolitan city with all the cultural trappings perfect for your stag party. Tossa De Mar is located in Catalonia, Spain, and sits about 100 km north of Barcelona and about the same distance south of the French border. In modern times, Tossa De Mar’s agricultural background has given way to the press of a tourism-based economy. On your stag party weekend in Tossa De Mar, enjoy the sandy beaches and crystal clear waters during the day and indulge in the hard-partying atmosphere after dark.

In a nutshell:
• Walled city: The "Vila Vella enceinte" is the only example of a fortified medieval town still standing on the Catalan coast.
• No bullfights: In 1989 Tossa De Mar declare itself an anti-bullfighting city – the first in the world to do so.
• Sometime in the 12th century the medieval town was walled off and a castle built at the top of Mt. Guardí. The castle was eventually replaced by a wind mill and then a lighthouse which is still operational.
• Economy: Despite what many people believe, Tossa De Mar was not traditionally a fishing village. Instead, the local economy was based on agriculture – specifically grapes and cork.
• Foundation: The architecture and layout of Tossa De Mar remained mostly unchanged from the 17th Century up to the influx of mass tourism in the 1950s.
• The official currency is the Euro.

Nightlife:
Tossa De Mar’s nocturnal congregation takes place at the foot of the castle in Old Town. Hang with the locals and throw back some of the traditional sangria or a Spanish beer. There are restaurants and pubs for more formal socializing on your stag party weekend in Tossa De Mar, but for those seeking a thumping club scene, a trip to nearby Lloret (which has a casino) is warranted.

Eating:
Tossa De Mar is a culinary gem and is sure to be meal-time favorite for any hungry stag party pack. Don’t miss out on the local specialty – Paella. This succulent rice dish is infused with Mediterranean lobster, clams and mussels and complemented with vegetables. The narrow streets of Tossa De Mar are bursting with options for down-home Catalonian cooking. Try arros negra which is rice stained with octopus ink.

Daytime Activities:
Tossa De Mar has three main beach areas – Tossa Beach, La Mar Menuda and El Codolar. The beaches are located in the vicinity of the castle walls except La Mar Menuda which is located across the bay. Spanish women, often topless, populate these beaches making them a must-stop on any stag party’s sightseeing itinerary. When lazing on the beach gets stale, get amped with some local excitement – try an inflatable speed boat ride or swimming among the smuggler’s caves. Golf is also available as is paintball, quad bike riding and pick-up football games.

Weather:
Temperatures often reach 30 degrees Celsius during the warm summer months. The coastal waters are usually warm enough to swim in by Easter. The rest of the year is cool but still pleasant enough for a stag party weekend in Tossa De Mar.

Getting Around:
Tossa De Mar is small and quaint enough to hoof it anywhere your stag party may want to go. Bicycles can also be rented and taxis are available for trips further afield.