Deltebre

Deltebre is a municipality in the Baix Ebre comarca, in the province of Tarragona, Catalonia, Spain. It lies on the Ebro Delta, at the mouth of the Ebro River, where the river fans out into a network of channels and wetlands before reaching the Mediterranean. The municipality includes the town of Deltebre and several delta settlements along the river and coast, including coastal communities such as Riumar.

The delta landscape is characterized by marshes, reed beds, lagoons, sand dunes, rice fields, and tidal channels. Much of the delta area is protected within the Parc Natural del Delta de l’Ebre, a designation tied to its biodiversity and importance for migratory birds. The delta is a popular destination for nature tourism, birdwatching, hiking and cycling, attracting visitors year-round.

Economy in Deltebre is traditionally based on rice cultivation and fishing, with growing importance given to tourism and ecotourism. The coastal and wetland areas provide opportunities for outdoor recreation, boat trips, and nature experiences that complement agricultural activities.

Administration and language: Deltebre is part of the Baix Ebre comarca in Catalonia and uses both Catalan and Spanish as official languages. The municipality encompasses the central town of Deltebre and several rural and coastal settlements within the delta. The area experiences a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and hot summers, and rainfall concentrated in certain seasons.