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Tossa de Mar
A UNESCO-recognised medieval walled town perched above turquoise coves — quieter, more refined, and pricier than its neighbour Lloret de Mar.
Suited to: Retirees · Culture and history lovers · Second-home owners · Remote workers · Families
- Costa
- Costa Brava
- Province
- Girona
- Population
- 6,347
- residents
- British Community
- 56
- Airport
- Girona–Costa Brava
- ~40 km
- Train
- No train station
Updated 11 Oct 2026 · Facts checked against INE and the padrón · How we check
Decide
Is Tossa de Mar right for you?
Who it suits
- FamiliesLimited
Small beaches, no international school, seasonal activities.
- RetireesModerate
Beautiful, walkable, safe. But limited healthcare and services on site.
- Remote workersLimited
Good broadband likely but small coworking/amenity scene. Very quiet out of season.
- Second-home ownersExcellent
Strong rental appeal, iconic location, established summer demand. Premium prices hold value.
- Holiday-rental investorsModerate
High demand but strict HUT regulations and limited stock. Small scale only.
- Culture/history loversExcellent
The Vila Vella, Roman villa ruins, museum with works by Marc Chagall.
Costs
What it costs in Tossa de Mar
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 Tossa de Mar guides
The place
About Tossa de Mar
Tossa de Mar is the Costa Brava's postcard star. Its Vila Vella — the only surviving medieval walled town on the Catalan coast — is a UNESCO-recognised historic site, rising above a horseshoe bay of clear water and shingle beaches. The aesthetic is impeccable and the atmosphere, outside peak season, is genuinely peaceful.
For British relocation planners, Tossa offers a very different proposition to Lloret de Mar twelve kilometres south. It is smaller, quieter, more expensive and far less equipped for year-round living. There is no large supermarket, no hospital, no direct train and the winter population drops to a handful of residents. Property prices reflect the exclusivity.
The foreign buyer profile here is French, Dutch, German and Belgian — with a notable contingent of second-home owners from Barcelona. British buyers are rare. Catalan dominates in daily life. English is spoken in tourist restaurants in summer; much less so in winter.
Practicalities
Practicalities
Getting there
- Coastal town in southern Girona province, Costa Brava, ~12 km north of Lloret de Mar.
- No railway. Bus links to Lloret and Blanes. Girona airport ~40 km; Barcelona El Prat ~100 km.
- Road access via GI-682 coastal road — scenic but winding.
Map
Tossa de Mar on the map
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Stay
Where to stay in Tossa de Mar
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Questions
Tossa de Mar: common questions
Is Tossa de Mar a good place to retire from the UK?
Moderate. Beautiful, walkable, safe. But limited healthcare and services on site.
Is Tossa de Mar good for families?
Limited. Small beaches, no international school, seasonal activities.
Which airport is closest to Tossa de Mar?
Girona–Costa Brava (~40 km); Barcelona El Prat (~100 km)
Can you get to Tossa de Mar by train?
No train station. Bus from Lloret or Blanes. Car essential for regular travel.
How big is the British community in Tossa de Mar?
Very small. The INE padrón (2022) recorded 56 UK-born residents. Moroccan-born residents are the largest foreign-born group, followed by German-, French- and UK-born residents. Most foreign residents are seasonal second-home owners rather than year-round residents.
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Nearby towns
Lloret de Mar
~12 km south · Larger resort, more services, better transport, lower prices.
Sant Feliu de Guíxols
~20 km north · Larger working town, more year-round life and services.
Girona
~45 km inland · Provincial capital, AVE station, hospital, full services.
Last updated: 11 Oct 2026