Ebro Delta
Deltebre, Spain
Flat rice fields, lagoons and sand spits where the Ebro meets the sea, with flamingos and herons all year. Cycling is the best way around; bring insect repellent in summer.
The Ebro Delta, at around 320 km², is one of the largest wetlands in the western Mediterranean. The river built up the land from the sediment it carries. Large areas are farmed, above all for rice, which grows on about 22,000 ha. Since 1983 part of the delta has been protected as a natural park (7,802 ha); in 1993 it was designated a Ramsar site.
The delta is a destination for birdwatchers: around 95 species breed here and more than 300 stop over or winter. It is also home to the world's largest colony of Audouin's gull, with more than 15,000 pairs in 2006. Deltebre, which became a municipality in its own right in 1977, lies in the northern part and lives from rice growing and tourism; according to Spain.info it is a good starting point, and several operators run river trips down to the mouth. Ask locally about paths and observation points.
- Nearest town
- Deltebre, Spain
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 40.7206, 0.7151
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Spain: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Many former toll motorways are now free; some AP roads still charge. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Taïga Delta de l’EbreCampsite9 km from Ebro DeltaTentsCaravansShowersToilets
- Càmping EucaliptusCampsite9 km from Ebro DeltaTentsCaravans
- L’espai d’autocaravanes d’AmpostaMotorhome stopover11 km from Ebro Delta · 60 pitchesCaravansMotorhomesDrinking waterWaste disposalFree
- Camping l'AubeCampsite11 km from Ebro DeltaTentsCaravansShowersToilets
- Camping AmetllaCampsite17 km from Ebro DeltaWi-Fi
- Camping AlfacsCampsite19 km from Ebro DeltaCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
All campsites in Spain · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Ebro Delta?
Ebro Delta is in Deltebre, Spain, at GPS 40.7206, 0.7151. It is about 10 km from L’Ampolla.
Can you camp near Ebro Delta?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Pas de barca de Fermin, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 29 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Ebro Delta?
Ebro Delta is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Tarragona, Priorat wine and the Ebro Delta.
What is there to see near Ebro Delta?
Places worth a stop nearby: Peñíscola Castle (48 km), Valderrobres Castle (50 km), Tarraco amphitheatre (63 km) and Poblet Monastery (80 km).
When is the best time to visit Ebro Delta?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)