Els Capellans is a small urban beach in Salou, known for its gentle slope and family-friendly setting, sheltered by the first cliffs along the coastline.
History & origins
"Capellans" means "chaplains" or "priests" in Catalan. The name is thought to come from the local clergy's habit of coming here to bathe and rest, away from prying eyes and far from the main central beach.
The beach is characterised by its gentle slope, enhanced safety provisions, a watersports zone, and shade provided by pine trees.
Heritage & architecture
While Capellans has no stone monument of its own, the beach is a key stretch of Salou's Camí de Ronda: it's framed by vegetation-covered cliffs, fitted with suspended wooden walkways and viewpoints, linking Platja de Llevant to Cala Llenguadets.
Platja dels Capellans
Urban beach with a gentle slopeEnhanced safety, a watersports zone, shade from pine trees.
Camí de Ronda walkways
Vegetation-covered cliffsLink Platja de Llevant to Cala Llenguadets.
Culture & living traditions
Capellans has no festival or tradition of its own: its identity remains first and foremost that of a family beach, valued for its calm and natural setting rather than for a lively neighbourhood scene.
Suggested itinerary
Morning · 9am-1pm: Family beach time
Platja dels Capellans, swimming on the gentle slope, shade from the pines during the hottest hours.
Afternoon and evening: Towards the neighbouring areas
Head towards the centre or Cap Salou to make the most of the rest of the day.
Suggested itinerary (half-day), not field-tested.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the name "Capellans" come from?
In Catalan, "Capellans" means "chaplains" or "priests". The name is thought to come from the local clergy's habit of coming here to bathe, away from the main central beach.
Is Capellans a good beach for young children?
Yes, its gentle slope and safety provisions make it a beach well suited to families.
Is there anything to see in Capellans besides the beach?
Yes: the beach is framed by vegetation-covered cliffs fitted with wooden walkways and viewpoints, a stretch of the Camí de Ronda linking Platja de Llevant to Cala Llenguadets.
Is there shade at Capellans?
Yes, pine trees provide shade on the beach.
