Living in L'Ampolla
Why move to L’Ampolla
Move here to enjoy some of the best seafood on the Costa, surrounded by the stunning scenery of the Ebro Delta.
L’Ampolla, which means ‘bottle’, is the vessel into which the river Ebro pours. Located on the golden Costa Dorada, this charming town is known as the gateway to the Ebro Delta, a protected landscape of wetlands, beaches, sand dunes, lagoons, marshes, and salt pans.
Naturally, with these abundant sources of aquatic life on its doorstep, L’Ampolla offers a rich and plentiful supply of fresh seafood and fish plucked from the nearby waters. The delta oyster, for example, is found in a wide array of local dishes or enjoyed raw as an appetiser. Eels are smoked and stewed in delicious sauces, rice harvested from the delta is soaked in squid ink and known as black rice.
Aside from the delta, there are plenty of other beaches to explore. The sandy ones have serene, shallow waters perfect for children to splash about in, while the rocky ones have rugged cliffs and coves painted in vivid shades of terracotta, and deep, clear waters waiting to be explored.
Community
L’Ampolla has a small population with a vibrant international community. The area is popular with British expats and native Spaniards alike, so is a great place to improve your Spanish and make friends. There is a year-round programme of festivals, so there are lots of opportunities to socialise and meet new people
Property
Rustic fincas, modern villas, sea view apartments, and sprawling country houses – whatever you are looking for, you’ll find it in L’Ampolla.
Amenities
The town has a wide variety of shops and supermarkets which provide everything you need for daily life. There are lots of places to eat and drink, including some excellent seafood restaurants.
Transport
Located just off the AP-7, and with its own train station, L’Ampolla is very well connected and offers excellent transport links. Reus Airport is just over 45 minutes away in Tarragona – simply follow the AP-7 northeast along the coast.
Employment
The economy in L’Ampolla centres on fishing and tourism. However, jobs do come up in teaching and childcare. If you are willing to commute, the city of Tarragona has some major employers, including some of the biggest refineries in Europe.
Health
There are a number of public health centres in the area, several chemists, an outpatients’ clinic, and the Verge de la Cinta Hospital.
Schools
There are a small selection of public schools in the town and a larger selection within a 10 minute drive. For the English curriculum, the Saba Verda International School is just 25 minutes away.
Cost of Living
Property is excellent value for money, and food and drink is plentiful and cheap; L’Ampolla promises a good standard of living for a very modest price.