When we think of the Costa Brava, we immediately conjure up images of superb beaches, but can we reduce this region of north-eastern Spain to just that? Fortunately, the Costa Brava has much more to offer all year round.
Just a few hours by car from the south of France, the Costa Brava is a small paradise of priceless treasures for those who know how to look.
Here are 4 things you may not know about the Costa Brava that will make you want to discover this magnificent region.
1. Villages of character
Indeed, there's much more to discover in this culturally and historically rich region than the crowded beaches and the city of Barcelona.
Numerous villages such as Blanes, Cadaqués, Palafrugell and Tossa de Mar offer picturesque tours of narrow streets and medieval castles. And to top it all off, there's always good food!
2. You can walk
For all those who love hiking and active walking, or simply want to take a wonderful stroll away from the tourists, why not take the Cami de Ronda hiking route along the coast between Sant Feliu de Guixols and Begur?
For almost 43 km (18 km for non-sports enthusiasts), the region's ancient "chemin de ronde" passes through beaches, villages and coves, offering a Mediterranean panorama of the region.
3. You'll enjoy good food
Catalonia is a region where many Michelin-starred chefs come together. It's also a region where succulent, locally produced wines will delight your taste buds.
For gastronomic specialties on the Costa Brava, why not try Catalan bread (a bread made with tomato and oil) or try seafood, fried squid, crab risotto and crema catalana for dessert?
4. Invest in real estate
It's not a cliché, and the adventure is tempting more and more French people. Property prices on the Costa Brava have nothing to do with those in France, and it's possible to find a lovely pied-à-terre inland from the Costa Brava for a very reasonable price.
Whether you're looking for a new or existing property on the Costa Brava, don't hesitate to contact the N1 France Espagne Immobilier team. We're passionate about the region and specialists in the market, and we'll guide you through every stage of your purchase.
There are so many other nuggets to discover on the Costa Brava:
- Sunrises and sunsets: every day a fairytale with a dazzling natural spectacle.
- Idyllic nightlife: whether you want to go out with the Spanish locals or bring your French-speaking friends, the Costa Brava is full of places to go out and party, including Girona, Cadaqués and Begur.
For the big clubs, opt for Barcelona or Lloret.
- Find peace and quiet outside the tourist areas and explore the charms of Castello d'Empuries, Port de la Selva or Pals, and enjoy the serenity of discovering another face of the Costa Brava.
Natural sites such as the Cap de Creus Natural Park, the Massif des Cadiretes and the Gavarres Massif are not to be missed.