Sitges
Barcelonas seaside escape -- 35 minutes by train from the Catalan capital, famous for Carnival, film festival, and cosmopolitan LGBTQ+ friendly atmosphere.
Suited to: Barcelona commuters · Culture lovers · LGBTQ+ relocators · Affluent second-home owners · Young professionals
- Costa
- Costa Dorada
- Province
- Barcelona
- Population
- ~30,000
- Airport
- Barcelona El Prat (~25 km)
- Train
- Sitges (RENFE R2 Sud) -- direct to Barcelona Sants (~35 min)
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Last updated: 05/07/2026