Barcelona Airport
A major international gateway with broad European and long-haul connections.
Approx. 82 km to the venue
approx. 1 h 10 min
approx. 1 h 45 min (train + bus)
Location
Lloret de Mar and Tordera. Connected to the Mediterranean.
The festival’s Lloret–Tordera setting places teams between the Costa Brava, Barcelona and Girona, with direct road connections towards France.
Costa Brava, Barcelona and easy international access
Beaches
Coves, sand and clear Mediterranean water.
Mediterranean lifestyle
Long evenings, terraces and a relaxed summer rhythm.
Nature
Coastal paths, hills and green countryside.
Food
Catalan cuisine, markets and seafood.
Culture
Historic towns, festivals and local traditions.
Outdoor activities
Swimming, walking, cycling and water sports.
Coastal towns
Whitewashed villages and harbour fronts.
Summer atmosphere
A destination built for a team weekend in June.
Built for an international team trip
Plan the journey to Soccerland Catalunya from the main international gateways around the Lloret–Tordera area.
Girona Airport
A convenient regional gateway for teams travelling to the Costa Brava.
Approx. 34 km to the venue
approx. 40 min
approx. 1 h (bus)
French border (La Jonquera)
A practical road arrival point for teams travelling south from France.
Approx. 94 km to the venue
approx. 1 h 10 min
approx. 1 h 45 min (train + connections)
Barcelona city centre
An optional extension to the festival trip for teams and families.
Approx. 67 km to the venue
approx. 1 h
approx. 1 h 30 min (train + bus)
Distances and times are approximate — they depend on the route, traffic, timetables and connections.
Optional destination experience
Discover Barcelona
Teams can combine Rugby World Festival with time in Barcelona. Barcelona visits are an optional destination experience, not an official festival activity.
Architecture
Gaudí, modernism and city landmarks.
Culture
Museums, neighbourhoods and street life.
Football
One of the great football cities in the world.
Food
Markets, tapas and Catalan classics.
Shopping
From city boulevards to local design shops.
Beaches
City beaches a short walk from the centre.
The festival’s location
Soccerland Catalunya sits in the Lloret–Tordera area, within reach of the Costa Brava, Barcelona, Girona and France.
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