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Begur
The "St Tropez of Catalonia" — a hill village with a medieval castle, exclusive coves, and a very premium, very international second-home market.
Suited to: Affluent second-home owners · Retirees seeking luxury · Culture and food lovers · Remote workers · Nature lovers
- Costa
- Costa Brava
- Province
- Girona
- Population
- 4,286
- residents
- British Community
- 109
- Airport
- Girona–Costa Brava
- ~50 km
- Train
- No train
Updated 11 Oct 2026 · Facts checked against INE and the padrón · How we check
Photo by Jordi Vich Navarro on Unsplash
Decide
Is Begur right for you?
Who it suits
- FamiliesLimited
No international school, small local school, coves are crowded in summer.
- RetireesModerate
Beautiful, walkable, excellent restaurants. But limited healthcare and very quiet in winter.
- Remote workersLimited
Very quiet out of season. Good for focused work. Very small English-speaking community.
- Second-home ownersExcellent
One of the Costa Brava's most prestigious addresses. Strong rental demand at the luxury end.
- Holiday-rental investorsModerate
High-end market only. HUT licence required. Premium properties rent well; mid-range less so.
- Lifestyle buyersExcellent
If the budget allows, few places on the Spanish coast match Begur's aesthetic and atmosphere.
Costs
What it costs in Begur
Typical figures, each with its source and date. Prices move, so check before you commit.
- Typical rent
- ~€970 a month
- 70 m² flat, Girona province average (€13.9/m²)
- Source: idealista, September 2026
Guides
The Begur guides
The place
About Begur
Begur is not a beach town — it is a hill village with a medieval castle, narrow cobbled streets and a distinctly French atmosphere. The beaches are satellite coves reached by winding roads: Aiguablava, Sa Tuna, Fornells and Platja Fonda. Each is small, exquisite and, in summer, extremely busy.
For British relocation planners, Begur represents the premium end of the Costa Brava. Property prices are high, the market is dominated by second-home buyers from France, Belgium, Switzerland and the Netherlands, and the village itself is quiet in winter. Year-round living is possible but not common — the permanent population is barely 4,000 and the infrastructure is designed for seasonal visitors.
The town has a notable Cuban connection — many 19th-century emigrants returned with wealth, building the distinctive "Indian" houses that dot the village. Today, Begur's identity is chic, understated and international. Boutique hotels, design restaurants and art galleries line the main street. Catalan is the default language; English is spoken in upmarket establishments.
Practicalities
Practicalities
Getting there
- Hill village in central Girona province, Baix Empordà comarca, Costa Brava, ~50 km east of Girona city.
- No railway. Bus to Palafrugell and Girona. Road access via GI-653.
- Girona–Costa Brava Airport ~50 km; Barcelona El Prat ~130 km.
- Beaches are satellite coves 3–8 km from the village — car or steep walking required.
Map
Begur on the map
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Stay
Where to stay in Begur
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Questions
Begur: common questions
Is Begur a good place to retire from the UK?
Moderate. Beautiful, walkable, excellent restaurants. But limited healthcare and very quiet in winter.
Is Begur good for families?
Limited. No international school, small local school, coves are crowded in summer.
Which airport is closest to Begur?
Girona–Costa Brava (~50 km); Barcelona El Prat (~130 km)
Can you get to Begur by train?
No train. Bus to Palafrugell or Girona. Car essential.
How big is the British community in Begur?
Small but present: the INE padrón (2022) counted 109 UK-born residents, close to the French-born (114) and Moroccan-born (125) groups. Second-home buyers are largely French, Belgian, Swiss and Dutch. Most foreign residents are seasonal.
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Nearby towns
Pals
~8 km south · Medieval inland village, rice fields, golf, very premium.
Palafrugell
~8 km inland · Larger working town, services, secondary school, transport.
Girona
~50 km inland · Provincial capital, AVE station, hospital, full services.
Last updated: 11 Oct 2026