10 places to invest on the Costa Brava

Because of its many advantages and advantages (attractive property prices, booming tourism, Mediterranean climate, low cost of living, beautiful landscapes, proximity to France, etc.), thousands of people are attracted to the Costa Brava. to make a real estate investment there , and you too.

There are so many beautiful cities, beautiful resorts and charming picturesque villages that the choice can be difficult.

To help you, discover all the possible places for your property purchase, classified from north to south of the Catalan coast.

Llançà

Buying an apartment or a house in Llançà allows you to take advantage of its privileged geographical position, just 15 km from the French border.

This small fishing village is characterized by the contrast between its historic center and the modernity of its marina.

Without forgetting two of its beaches (the port and Grifeu) which have the European Blue Flag label for its environmental management.

Cadaqués

This village, one of the most beautiful on the Costa Brava, is known for its bohemian and sophisticated style as well as for its labyrinth of cobbled streets lined with white and blue buildings.  

This small fishing port was especially made famous by Salvador Dali since it is there that is the only regular residence of the painter. Today, transformed into a museum, the House-museum of Portlligat attracts thousands of visitors from around the world.

So why not invest in this magnificent fishing village to enjoy the calm?

Roses

Nestled in one of the most beautiful bays in the world, there is Rosas which attracts thousands of tourists each year, especially in summer. Retired people take advantage of the calm of this coastal town during the other months of the year.

Known for its castle, citadel and fortress as well as for the AquaBrava water park which houses the largest wave pool in Europe, Roses is ideal for a real estate investment .

Empuriabrava

About twenty kilometers from Rosas is one of the most beautiful and largest marinas in the world: Empuriabrava. 

Nicknamed the Spanish Venice because of its canals, more than 40 km, this seaside resort with undeniable charm is ideal for buying an apartment, a house or a villa with mooring .

Thrill seekers will love a parachute jump with Skydive Empuriabrava while romantics will enjoy a boat ride.

In terms of profitability, if you invest in an apartment, you can rent it between € 450 and € 1,100 per week and for a villa, it costs between € 2,000 and € 3,000 per week of rental. (to be checked with Immo 365)

Pals

Located in the comarque of Baix Empordà, Pals is one of the most picturesque villages of the Costa Brava with its historic center of Gothic origin: the Pedró.

This medieval city where life is good has been declared a historic site. The rice fields, characteristic of the municipality of Pals, give it an additional charm. And finally, the very long beach is ideal for practicing water sports.

Buying a house in Pals will immerse you in the time of knights while avoiding the tourist influx from certain resorts on the Costa Brava.

Palafrugell

Palafrugell is highly appreciated for its festive atmosphere, its cultural intensity (cork museum, Josep Pla Foundation and Can Mario Tower…) and for the botanical garden of Cap Roig, one of the most varied in Catalonia.

In summer, more than 60,000 people stay there, which is why this charming locality is a wise choice to make a rental investment .

Platja d'Aro

Although real estate prices are the highest on the Costa Brava, this entity in Castell-Platja d'Aro is lively all year round as evoked by its slogan (“Platja d'Aro - 365 dies”) .

Buying an apartment, a house or a villa in Platja d'Aro will allow you to spend a pleasant vacation in summer and winter or to rent it to many Barcelonians and tourists coming to enjoy the sea during weekends and the summer period.

Tossa de Mar

Nicknamed the “blue paradise” by the painter Marc Chagall, Tossa de Mar, sometimes abbreviated as Tossa, is one of the best known seaside resorts on the Costa Brava. 

Snuggled up in the hollow of mountains largely covered with forests, this town in the comarca of La Selva is famous for its white houses and its many paradisiacal beaches.

To invest in this little paradise nestled between cliffs and pine forests, you have the choice between the old town (also called the Upper Town) with the famous medieval walls and the lower town, more modern.

Lloret de mar

About ten kilometers from Tossa is Lloret de Mar: one of the most important seaside resorts on the Costa Brava. This very festive destination with its numerous bars and nightclubs attracts thousands of tourists, especially young people who come to party day and night.

Blanes

Last town (south) of the Catalan coast: Blanes.

Nicknamed "the gateway to the Costa Brava", this seaside resort is located approximately 70 km from Barcelona; making it a popular destination for locals. In summer, thousands of tourists are attracted to the international fireworks festival with its big popular festival.

Blanes is also appreciated for its beaches, its botanical gardens (Marimurtra and Pinya de Rosa) as well as for its architectural heritage. You will have understood an ideal place for your real estate investment.

Now, I imagine you know where you are going to invest.

If you are still unsure, you can contact our specialist real estate agency on the Costa Brava to advise you on your choice.

And if you are ready to take the plunge, meet our experts to support you in your real estate project.