Properties for sale on the Costa Brava

The Costa Brava is a region with a unique charm, ideal for those who dream of a peaceful lifestyle, surrounded by nature and culture. This region of the province of Girona combines spectacular landscapes, both of sea and beach as well as fields and mountains. The Mediterranean climate and lifestyle, the Empordà gastronomy and a complete network of services make the Costa Brava a perfect place to live.

From the fine sandy beaches and crystal clear coves of towns like Sant Feliu de Guíxols, Sant Antoni de Calonge, Palamós, Begur, Calella de Palafrugell, Pals or Tossa de Mar to the green fields and gentle hills of the interior, the region is a paradise for nature lovers. It also has protected areas such as the Montgrí Natural Park, the Medes Islands and the Baix Ter, ideal for hiking, cycling or water sports.

La Costa Brava is not only a very good area to live in, it is also one of the best places to enjoy life. And this, in part, is thanks to its temperate climate, mild winters and warm summers. In addition, the Empordà and Mediterranean gastronomy is another strong point: Anchovies from l'Escala, prawns from Palamós, uríços, sardines, rice from Pals, mushrooms, escudella, oil, wines from the DO Empordà, Fonteta recuit, fritters... The combination of sea and mountain is the distinctive feature of Empordà cuisine. The meeting between traditional cuisine, culinary techniques, creativity and innovation, has formed a firmament of Michelin stars on the Costa Brava.

La Costa Brava is full of coves and beaches with exceptional characteristics. They are beaches to experience, to swim, to sunbathe and to relax. But also to practice nautical activities to discover the seabed or enjoy the charm of the small coves, doing scuba diving, kayaking, sailing, windsurfing, paddle surfing, snorkeling... even to take a boat trip to spend a few hours at sea, and get to know our coast from the sea.

Walk, run, play, jump, pedal, swim, sail and, above all, experience la Costa Brava enjoying sports and the natural environment. Mountains, lakes, rivers, wetlands, beaches, coves and cliffs, botanical gardens and coastal paths. Everything is always ready to enjoy sports and nature all year round thanks to the good climate. Especially for those who dream of tees, greens and holes, since la Costa Brava is a hole in one. With golf courses open all year round such as the Club de Golf d'Aro - Mas Nou, the Club Golf Costa Brava, the Empordà Golf Club or the Golf de Pals. For those who prefer short distances, there are also pitch & putt courses.

The shops, bars and restaurants, supermarkets and establishments, which are open all year round, and the municipal markets make la Costa Brava an ideal place to live a healthy, relaxing and balanced lifestyle, away from the stress of big cities. It also has nurseries, schools and institutes, music, dance and art schools, clubs, gyms and sports organizations, ports and nautical clubs. And, of course, the privileged health care in the CAP, medical centers and hospitals.

The Costa Brava has a diverse and dynamic cultural ecosystem and an associative fabric, which are one of the most important drivers of social, tourist and economic prosperity in the region, which has a long tradition of artists, writers, painters, ceramists, musicians and composers. Throughout the year, it hosts a wide range of events, popular festivals and festivals, including the International Festival of Porta Ferrada, the oldest summer festival in Spain, the Cap Roig Festival, or the various jazz and habanera festivals. The region's cultural offer is completed by its museums and exhibition halls, such as the Palamós Fishing Museum and the future Thyssen Museum in Sant Feliu de Guíxols.

Paleolithic and Neolithic sites, remains of Iberian settlements, Greco-Roman ruins, Jewish quarters, Romanesque and Modernist art, Salvador Dalí, books and roses. And, if we talk about popular culture, there is much to discover: sardanas, castellers, fairs and popular festivals.

Medieval towns like Castell d'Aro, Peratallada, Pals, Monells or Ullastret retain their charm with cobbled streets, castles and walls. Fishing towns that retain their essence like Sant Feliu de Guíxols, Calella de Palafrugell, Tossa de Mar and Palamós. Living on the Costa Brava not only means enjoying the natural beauty of the area, but also immersing yourself in a vibrant community that values its roots and traditions.

La Costa Brava real estate market offers a wide variety and diversity, from charmingly restored rural houses to modern apartments and villas with sea views. It is also possible to find traditional Catalan farmhouses, Indian houses or even architectural gems of Catalan modernism, all of which are perfect for those looking for unique properties with great heritage value. Interest in this area has increased, especially among national and international buyers, due to its balance between proximity to major cities such as Girona and Barcelona and the tranquility of living in a natural environment.