The ‘Venice of Spain’ is a true hidden gem with canals and £20 flights

It’s the largest residential marina in Europe (Picture: Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Venice might be one of Italy’s biggest draws, known for its charming canals, stunning architecture, historic palazzos… and some 30 million tourists each year.

But there’s a quieter, lesser-visited alternative close by.

Sometimes nicknamed the ‘Venice of Spain’, Empuriabrava is built around 25km of navigable canals and the largest residential marina in Europe.

The Costa Brava town, two hours from

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