In Gata the sun☀️ is very typical and we are lucky to live in a place where winters are generally mild and summers are hot. We have the sea very close and in ten minutes we can enjoy a day at the beach, but when we prefer the tranquility that our town offers us, we love to enjoy a sunset in the countryside.
If you come to Gata one day, you can live a true village experience… Walk along the river, try the typical gastronomy, shop and in general, spend a different day. In summer it is very hot and to walk around Gata this small list of essentials will come in handy.
SUNGLASSES
You will need them because the sun looks beautiful, but you will need your eyes wide open to see the fantastic landscape that Gata can boast of. If you need some, we recommend Óptica Signes (Opticians), with a very varied offer.
At Gata we are aware that our places are extraordinary. We have the privilege of living surrounded by nature every day and one of our most precious treasures is the river. Although it remains dry most of the year, the Gorgos represents a source of pride for Gata. If you come, be sure to visit it.
A HAT
A hat would be great for you. At Gata we have a lot of tradition in this sector. Gata hats are known throughout the world thanks to brands such as or Siver, they bear the seal of the town and in some stores in the Plaza de España you can find them, such as El Celler de La Marina, specialized in local products. and wines. Saying craftsmanship is synonymous with Gata and if you come you will understand why.
Most of the hats come from these local factories and will later be sold in shops and towns throughout Spain and part of abroad. Because if Gata has something, it is that she is an expert in the craftsmanship, and the making of a hat is an art that only practice and years of experience have managed to make these people masters.
SUNSCREEN
This may be the most necessary product for your sunny days. Although it is necessary all year round, in summer we have to repeat its application every 2 or 3 hours to prevent any type of skin disease in addition to avoiding spots and burns.
In pharmacies such as Tormo Soler in the town center, MªElena Salvador on the main road or Elvira Berenguer in the Arraval area you can choose the one that best suits your skin and thus always be protected!
At Dona’m, right in the Plaza Nueva de Gata, you will also find everything you need for your personal care as well as household products.
A FASHIONABLE BAG
You can’t miss the palm and wicker shops on the road. In the 50s and 60s, the entrance to the town was quite a spectacle, full of wicker shops on each side with all the bags and hats hanging in their windows or distributed along their doorways.
Here you will find your bag to store sunscreen, a towel and everything you need to spend your summer days between the beach and the pool.😜
