The Grand Tour of Catalonia, now by electric car!
More and more of us want to get around more sustainably. Electric cars are becoming a viable option, not only in the city, but also for weekend trips and longer getaways. That's why the Grand Tour of Catalonia is taking a step forward: we've adapted sections of the route to be completed by electric car.
A new way to discover Catalonia
Catalonia is diverse, rich, and surprising. The Grand Tour of Catalonia already offered a comprehensive route to experience it intensely, divided into sections designed to be completed at a leisurely pace, savoring the journey. Now, this same itinerary has been adapted to the needs of electric vehicle users, with all the practical information necessary for driving with peace of mind and confidence.
The new routes allow you to complete the five main sections of the Grand Tour in an electric car, without worrying about the battery or having to improvise where to recharge. It's not just about adding charging points, but about integrating them into the experience.
Visit the Grand Tour of Catalonia by Electric Car
What will you find in each SECTION?
Travelling the Grand Tour of Catalonia by electric car shouldn't be complicated. On the contrary, we've made it easy so you can focus on enjoying the ride, not calculating kilometers or searching for last-minute chargers. Each section comes with all the practical information you need: distances between towns, available charging points, and nearby options in case you need to stop early. No need to improvise.
Plus, every time you need to charge, we suggest activities and local attractions to make the most of your time. Waiting ceases to be an inconvenience and becomes part of the journey. And so you can also see the positive impact of what you're doing, we'll tell you how many CO₂ emissions you're saving compared to a conventional car.
It's a more mindful, relaxed, and above all, smarter way of moving. No rush. No surprises. No smoke.
Five sections, one complete and clean route
Taking the Grand Tour of Catalonia in an electric car is much more than just completing a route. It's a way to explore the region with environmental awareness and with all your senses open. The route can be done in its entirety or in stages, adapting to each traveler's time and preferences.
The five sections cover the entire Catalan geography and are designed to offer a variety of experiences, landscapes, and rhythms. Each with its own personality.
Section 1. From Barcelona to Tarragona - Vineyards with a taste of the sea
The journey begins amidst the iconic architecture of Barcelona and the ancient history of Tarragona. Along the way, you'll encounter vineyards stretching to the sea, charming villages, and the chance to experience Mediterranean culture in its purest form. It's a gentle stretch, with plenty of culinary and cultural options, perfect for starting your trip at a leisurely pace.
Section 2. From Tarragona to Lleida - At the meeting of history
This route traverses a land of contrasts, where cultivated fields and inland paths lead to places steeped in history. It's a journey that invites you to discover the most authentic side of the region. Castles, archaeological sites, stone villages, and a direct connection to the country's past await you. A wonderful opportunity to experience a different pace of life, slower, more grounded.
Section 3. From Lleida to La Seu d'Urgell - Very close to heaven
The route climbs towards the Pyrenees. The landscape transforms, becoming filled with mountains, valleys, and small high-altitude villages. The air becomes cleaner, and the silence, more profound. It's an ideal stretch for those seeking nature and tranquility. Furthermore, the charging infrastructure is well-designed, allowing you to enjoy the journey at your own pace and with complete peace of mind.
Section 4. From La Seu d'Urgell to Figueres - Ode to nature
Here, the journey becomes a celebration of biodiversity. Natural parks, lush forests, villages nestled in the mountains... and all this without neglecting the culture: local markets, crafts, and high-altitude cuisine. A long but incredibly rewarding stretch, where filling up the car often feels like filling your soul.
Section 5. From Figueres to Barcelona - From Surrealism to Modernism
The final stage connects two icons: Salvador Dalí and Antoni Gaudí. But there's so much more between Figueres and Barcelona. The Costa Brava, fishing villages, classical ruins, coastal paths, and viewpoints overlooking the sea. It's a stretch that invites contemplation, impromptu stops, and the perfect way to end (or begin) the route with intensity and beauty.
The itineraries are not simply a collection of geographical points. They are a proposed experience. We've designed the stops to be discovered as well. If you need to pause to recharge, we offer ideas for making the most of your time: visit a castle, take a short walk, sample local products, or learn about sustainable initiatives in the area.
Thus, what could be a wait becomes part of the journey. And that's what it's all about: experiencing Catalonia in a different way.
The numbers speak for themselves
With the current plan, these five sections total:
- 30 stages
- 2119 kilometers traveled
- 134 towns with charging points
- Maximum distance between chargers: 62 km
- Average distance between chargers: 20 km
- Local emissions from an electric car: 103.83 kg of CO₂?
- Local equivalent emissions in a diesel car: 353.88 kg of CO₂?
- Total emissions savings: 250.05 kg of CO₂?
This saving is not symbolic. It is a real and significant reduction that helps make tourism a more responsible activity.
Why did we do it?
Because electric mobility shouldn't be a limitation. It should be an opportunity. And because tourism, if it wants a future, must change its impact. The Grand Tour of Catalonia in electric cars has a clear objective: to promote the transition to cleaner mobility, without sacrificing the freedom that travel provides.
Furthermore, we want to facilitate this change by making all the necessary information available so that anyone can take the step.
If you have an electric car and want to discover Catalonia in a different way, this is for you. We'll give you the tools to make it easy, comfortable, and safe. And if you haven't yet made the switch to an electric car, perhaps these routes will show you that the future is already here.
You drive. We'll show you the way. Come and discover the Grand Tour of Catalonia in an electric car.
Experiences
Sun and vermouth at the Lladurs Castle Astronomical Center
Centre Astronòmic del Castell de Lladurs (Lladurs)
