Self-catering holiday homes: Palafrugell

Make a holiday rental apartment or accommodation in Palafrugell, Spain your home away from home

Palafrugell, and its coastal neighbour, Calella de Palafrugell, are simple, pretty villages with an undeniably Catalan feel. Completely untouched by mass tourism, Calella de Palafrugell is a wonderfully charming and peaceful place to relax, just a few minutes walk from the glorious beaches of the Costa Brava, Spain.

Things to do on holiday in Palafrugell, Spain

Taking holiday rental accommodation in Palafrugell puts you at the heart of one of the most picturesque stretches of the Costa Brava. This is a region of small cove beaches cut out of the idyllic, rocky coastline. There are plenty of idyllic spots on which to set out your towel from a Calella de Palafrugell apartment, with beaches like Sant Roc, Port Bo and Canadell being among the most popular. The whole coastline is linked by a fantastic footpath, so you can just head out from your Palafrugell accommodation and find the perfect spot on the beach without having to plan exactly where you would like to go. Along the footpath are a handful of traditional restaurants, tapas bars and cafes in which to get some refreshment and sample the best of local gastronomy.

Taking accommodation in Palafrugell offers many leisure options too, if you can prize yourself away from the coast! There are many miles of footpaths and cycle routes throughout the mountainous landscape, many of which take in the more famous historical sites in the area, from the Cap de Sant Sebastian lighthouse to the beautiful Cap Roig Gardens which hosts numerous open air concerts during the summer.

Family holidays to Calella de Palafrugell accommodation are well catered for too. The Activ Natura Park is an excellent place to visit for an adrenaline boost, with their tree top rope assault courses. There are also many great bars and restaurants around Palafrugell town square, which is a great place to spend an afternoon in the sun

Places to visit on holiday in Palafrugell, Spain

The seaside resort of Begur is just a few miles down the coast from accommodation in Palafrugell. It is a beautiful coastal town, with excellent beaches and no less than nine top class golf courses to choose from. The countryside around Begur is perfect for walking, cycling and horse riding too.

Weather in Palafrugell, Spain

There are almost 3,000 hours of sunshine reaching Palafrugell each year, with average temperatures in the summer months regularly hitting 35˚C during the middle of the day. Days are impossibly long in Palafrugell, allowing you to eat your evening meal outside, enjoying the scenery.

Cheap flights to Palafrugell, Spain

You can reach accommodation in Palafrugell in just half an hour from Girona Airport (GRO). There are regular busses from the airport to Calella de Palafrugell, as well as taxi firms and car hire companies. Girona Airport is mainly used by Ryanair services, especially from the UK. There are a staggering number of Ryanair flights to Girona from British airports, including some of the smaller ones.

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