Property for Sale in Girona

Girona is a charming and historic Catalonian city in north-eastern Spain, just a few kilometres inland from the Costa Brava. Girona (Gerona in Castillian Spanish) is the name of both the main city and the province, and property for sale in Girona offers either sea, mountain, city or countryside options.

Property for sale in Girona is unlikely to be at the cheaper end of the Spanish market, but benefits from superb access to the rest of Europe and is an easy train ride from London in one day.

The region offers a high quality of life, with a relaxed pace of living and a focus on outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and water sports. Girona is also home to several world-renowned restaurants. 

The province of Girona, at around 5,000 square kilometres, is about the size of Norfolk and is also on the coast – but there all similarities end. The north of Girona is mountainous and includes ski properties in resorts such as La Molina and Vallter. However, you also have the option of buying a property for sale in Girona closer to the coast and simply driving up to ski.

The hills and mountains then run down to the coast, wild and verdant in many places, with deep valleys and waterfalls, but also gentle hills, vineyards, olive trees, rice fields and ancient stone villages. There are spa villages too, such as Caldes de la Malavella and villages and small towns such as Banyoles or Besalu.

Where the mountains meet the sea there are gorgeous vistas around each headland – there’s a reason why the Costa Brava – ‘rugged’ or ‘wild’ coast – is so named, even on the relatively placid Mediterranean. There are also lovely sandy beaches in bays and fishing villages turned into resorts in places like Palamos, Palafrugell, L’Estartit, Cadaques and the Gulf of Roses.

The city of Girona itself is a relatively small city, but it has a variety of neighbourhoods and surrounding towns that offer different types of properties and lifestyles. If you are looking for a bustling city atmosphere with plenty of amenities, the historic city centre may be your best bet, as the coast can get a little bleak in winter.

The climate in Girona is Mediterranean, with mild winters and hot summers, but it does get chilly this far north, even frosty on occasions. Summer months get hot, with temperatures regularly reaching over 30C, so it’s a good job the beach or mountains are ever far away.

In terms of property for sale in Girona, the province offers everything from country cottages to smart city apartments, village houses and apartments overlooking the Med. 

When considering the cost of buying property in Girona, it is important to keep in mind that there are additional expenses beyond the purchase price. These may include legal fees, taxes, and maintenance costs. Working with a local lawyer or real estate agent can help you understand these costs and budget accordingly.