"Girona - The heart of the Costa Brava region" Girona by HORSCHECK

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Girona at the river Onyar - Girona
Girona at the river Onyar


In May 2003 I stayed 2 days of my Spain trip in Girona (Catalunya) to visit my VT friend Prunila. Please read my travelogue "Tickets and people" for a personal meeting review.

Girona is located about 100 km northeast of Barcelona. The beautiful medieval city is split by the river Onyar and has about 75.000 inhabitants.The city centre has many narrow cobbled lanes and is bordered by medieval walls with walkways and vantage points. It offers many historic sights like the magnificient cathedral, the church of Sant Feliu or the Jewish quarter. Uncountable cafes, bars and restaurants in the city centre invite for a rest.

Girona is well placed for trips to the Catalan inland (e.g. Figueres with the famous Dali museum) and the scenic Costa Brava with its dramatic coastline and lovely beaches.


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Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Brilliant place for sightseeing and pleasure.
  • Cons:Many buildings are under construction.
  • In a nutshell:The catalan medieval city near the Costa Brava.
  • Last visit to Girona: May 2003
  • Intro Updated Nov 15, 2011
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Narrow lane - Girona Explore Girona on foot Transportation (2)

Girona isn´t a big city, therefore the old quarter of Girona between the city walls and the river Onyar is best explored... more travel advice

Catalan flag - Girona Catalunya (Catalonia) Local Customs (1)

Girona and Barcelona belong to Catalunya. The locals speak catalan which is very close to spanish. Catalan in all its... more travel advice

RENFE train ticket - Girona Trains in Spain Warnings and Dangers (1)

Going by train in Spain is comfortable and not expensive, but buying a ticket can be an adventure. There are various... more travel advice

Cathedral overlooking Girona - Girona The Cathedral Things to Do (4)

The major attraction of Girona is its magnificent cathedral which can be reached by climbing a baroque staircase. The... more travel advice

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    breughel's Profile Photo
    Apr 1, 2013 at 1:31 AM

    San Vincente and all Cantabria are nice and outside the touristic crowds of other Spanish coasts but it is often rainy.
    Just realized I have never been to Girona.

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    Dabs's Profile Photo
    Aug 4, 2012 at 10:17 AM

    I'm hoping to get back to Spain next year, we tried for this year but decided on the south of France instead.

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    BruceDunning's Profile Photo
    Jan 10, 2012 at 2:24 PM

    I noted that you got to the north, an area we wanted in order to see Dali home and site; but alas, no time. Thanks for viewing Malaga. The last time I was there was 1973, and it had changed a lot. I like the climb to the fortress.

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    hunterV's Profile Photo
    Aug 2, 2010 at 12:19 PM

    Girona looks attractive and nice...You have visited lots of superb places, Holger! ><><><

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    Raimix's Profile Photo
    Apr 15, 2010 at 12:10 PM

    City of my style, with quite historical surroundings and I think it is worth visiting it from BCN :) Great page!

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    Bwana_Brown's Profile Photo
    Mar 24, 2009 at 5:45 PM

    Thanks for the nice little tour of Girona - Spain has so many interesting things to see! Loved your Travlogue too, including all the hitches you had regarding tickets and also the strange meal hours!

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    risse73's Profile Photo
    Mar 3, 2009 at 2:30 PM

    Holger, thanks for visiting my Cusco page. I enjoyed your Catalunya tips most especially the ones related to Girona, la Costa Brava and the Dali Museum. Would love to explore that part of Spain in the future. Cheers! -Marissa-

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    LoriPori's Profile Photo
    Jan 26, 2009 at 5:59 AM

    Girona does look like a lovely city. Thanks for the virtual tour Holger.

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    Herwig1961's Profile Photo
    Dec 2, 2008 at 10:17 PM

    Hi,thank you for visiting my Moscow page!Very interesting tips on this page!Enjoyed to read!Thanks

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    toonsarah's Profile Photo
    Aug 4, 2008 at 8:32 AM

    Looks a lovely city. I like the little medieval alley way and the sound of the river walk and Rambla, and would certainly want to go to Figueres :-)

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