Explore the region around the Golf Girona complex to discover some of these wonderful destinations.

Girona Town

The city of Girona has a long and interesting history – founded by the Romans and later inhabited by the Moors. It withstood three invasions by Napoleon’s troops – because of this Girona is known as ‘The city of a thousand sieges’.

Girona sits in the Ter valley and the city is split by the Onyar River which is best viewed from the ancient pedestrian bridges – probably the classic picture of the city. The best way to see Girona is on foot; starting with the Call, the old quarter with its narrow streets, steep alleyways, quaint buildings and delightful street-side bars.

There is an impressive cathedral, restored Arab Baths, the city walls, several churches, the City Hall and some important museums. Most of the tourist sights can be found close to the river.

Girona is also a good place to shop – very chic being one of the most affluent parts of Spain. A good place to start is Carrer Santa Clara, a very busy shopping street. The permanent city market is Saturday morning joy, with fish fresh from Palamos and the local residents bringing their produce to market.

Girona also presents a good selection of restaurants. It offers a pleasant night life with endless tapas bars and cafes in the centre and scattered along La Rambla on the outskirts. Many people spend the evening hopping from one to another. There are numerous festivals and carnivals all year round – some such as the Flower Festival are of world renown.

Costa Brava

The Costa Brava is Spain’s ruggedly beautiful ‘wild coast’ stretching for 160 kilometres between the French border and Barcelona. It’s undoubtedly one of the most scenic coastal strips in the whole of mainland Spain, boasting endless miles of sandy beaches and countless rocky coves backed by pine-clad cliffs. The topography means it is less developed than many Costa’s and it truly retains a delightful charm.   © spanish-living.com

Barcelona

Barcelona has transformed itself into one of the most dynamic and stylish cities in the world. Summer is serious party time, with week-long fiesta fun, but year-round the city sizzles – it’s always on the biting edge of architecture, food, fashion, style, music and good times. The buildings, many the work of the eccentric genius Gaudi, will blow you away. Sport lovers can visit the Nou Camp – home of the mighty ‘Barca’. A lovely day trip by train - 16 euros return!

The Pyrenees

The Pyrenees are said to be ‘a wonderland to the holiday-maker’, whether your interests be backpacking, mountain biking, skiing or simply the desire for adventure. The recently developed coast to coast long distance footpaths (Atlantic to Mediterranean); the Spanish GR11 and the French GR10, offer a superb opportunity to pass through green countryside, climbing snow white peaks and valleys of untouched natural beauty. Vialter 2000 – a day ski resort is about 1-1/4 hours drive away. Andorra is about 3 hours for a longer stop. © www.pyreneesguide.com

Also...

Figueres with the Dali Museum is about 25 minutes drive.

Perpignan, just across the French border, is an interesting city passionate about its rugby and is about a 45 minute drive.

Catalunya is a serious wine producing area – home of Cava – and there are a number of vineyards to explore. It is also famed for it’s food – there are three Michelin star restaurants in the region.

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