Pals, a beautiful medieval town on the Costa Brava

Pals is a small town in Girona located in the Baix Empordà area, about 40 kilometers from Girona, the capital of the region. It is bordered on the north by Torroella de Montgrí, on the west by the municipalities of Fontclara and Sant Feliu de Boada, and on the south by the charming fishing village of Begur.             

This small town has the privilege of being one of the most charismatic of the Costa Brava. The population is around 2,500 inhabitants, although during the summer months it can be doubled due to the strong magnetism that Pals plays on the thousands of tourists who visit it each year.            

Despite its limited size and the absence of large infrastructure, many people are interested in buying a property for sale in Pals or its surroundings, attracted largely by the tranquility, good weather and leisure activities offered in this beautiful place on the shores of the Mediterranean coast .  

How to get to Pals?

Arrive in Pals by car 

If accessed from the south of France, the most effective and recommended option is to take the A-9 motorway, then follow the C-31, with direct access to Pals. To get an idea of the distances, the journey by car between the French town of Perpignan and Pals is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.          

From Barcelona take directly the AP-7 with destination Girona/France, then take the exit 9 to Sant Feliu de Guíxols (C-35), and finally continue to Palamos via the C-31 until you see the signs indicating how to get to Pals.           

Arrive in Pals by bus

The bus company Sarfa reaches Pals from different points of Catalonia. From Barcelona you can take the bus in the North Station and also from the bus station in the city center of Girona.     

Arrive in Pals by train

It is not possible to access Pals by train, as this type of infrastructure is not available. However, you can arrive from France or other territories in Spain to the station of Girona through the line RENFE SNCF. The journey from Perpignan to Girona is only 40 minutes by fast train.        

Historic center of Pals

Pals has one of the most beautiful medieval historical centers of the Costa Brava, where stands out the tower of Romanesque origin built between the XI and XIII centuries, also known as torre de las horas.

A simple walk through the medieval town of Pals is a great idea to start the day. Its precious and cobbled streets, original medieval walls and Gothic style old buildings are just some of the attractions to visit this authentic jewel of the Costa Brava.             

Best beaches and points of interest in Pals 

Pals beach

A little away from the village of Pals at about 3 km of distance, we find the Playa de Pals, one of the  largest sand beaches on the Costa Brava. Lying on this golden sandy beach, walking along its kilometers of protected dunes or resting under the Mediterranean sun while enjoying spectacular views of the Medes Islands are some of the reasons to visit Pals Beach.             

Playa de Illa Roja

The Playa de Illa Roja is probably one of the most photographed beaches in the Costa Brava. Its impressive rock in the middle of the beach has been reflected in many postcards during the last decades .       

Ideal for divers who come attracted by its golden sand and crystal clear waters, is a beach with the perfect conditions to enjoy a great day underwater activities on the Costa Brava.      

Montgrí Natural Park, Medes Islands and the Baix Ter

Pals is located in the heart of the Natural Park of Montgrí, Medes Islands and Baix Ter, a natural area with a protected area of about 8,500 hectares of land and sea. 

Nature lovers will be able to enjoy numerous activities both on and offshore. Hiking, cycling, kayaking, windsurfing, paddle surfing and scuba diving are some of the most recommended activities.           

Real estate market in Pals 

As it has happened in practically all the municipalities of the Catalan coast, the strong demand for buying a second home in the Costa Brava has been no exception in Pals.  

Moreover, as already announced by different and prestigious national media, the situation of uncertainty generated by the COVID-19 crisis has only boosted the interest in homes on the Costa Brava, an effect that has created an increase in prices in municipalities such as Pals itself, with significant rises in the last year.

Do you want to buy a property in Pals to spend a few months of holidays during the year or to settle there permanently? Please contact our real estate agency in Pals and we will help you find the apartment, house or villa of your dreams.