Girona Catalonia Spain Legends of a thousand-year-old city. Girona Best time to visit

Girona is often called the immortal city because its fortress withstood 25 major sieges and attacks. Thanks to these walls, she became famous. The massive wall of the military fortification has been preserved to this day, and the historical center of the city is easily accessible on foot in just one day. The antiquity and atmosphere of the knightly Middle Ages is balanced in Girona by the energy of youth - today it is a university city, where about 15 thousand students study, and there are many young people all year round.

A special attraction is the Jewish quarter of Girona, which is one of the most carefully preserved Jewish quarters in Europe. Once a year, during the Temps de Flors flower show, its streets turn into one large greenhouse, and locals and tourists from all around come here. To the north of Girona, in the town of Figueres, is one of the most visited museums in Spain - the Salvador Dali Theater Museum.

The most popular souvenir from Girona is the flies of San Narcissus. According to legend, flies flying out of the grave of St. Narcissus bit the enemies of the city and saved the locals.

How to get to Girona

Recently, Moscow and Girona are connected by a direct flight of the Pobeda company from Vnukovo. The rest of the days you can fly with transfers, but they are quite lengthy - it is better to get through Barcelona. You can fly to the capital of Catalonia at any convenient time, and from it to Girona you can quickly get there by train or bus.

Learn more about how to get to Girona in this article.

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Girona Hotels

In the vicinity of Plaça Catalunya and Rambla, hotels are focused on those who come to the city on business - with conference rooms and other services. And tourists are expected in hotels near the main attractions and in the historical center.

The old city of Girona is a colorful place with many hotels, but also with its own characteristics. The streets are narrow, there are many climbs, you will have to walk here mainly on foot, since the car will not travel everywhere. For the same reason, in most hotels in the center there are no parking lots, and parking on the streets is quite expensive - from 20 EUR per day. To be able to get by taxi, you should choose hotels closer to the promenade - there are wider roads and there is the possibility of access.

In the center there are many hotels located in ancient buildings, in some places masonry and wooden beams have been preserved. Accommodation prices start from 50 EUR per day for a small double room in a 2-3 * hotel. Apartments can be rented for 100 EUR, and a room in a 4 * hotel will cost from 120 EUR per day. Prices on the page are for August 2018.

For those who travel in Girona, it will be convenient to stay in the area of \u200b\u200bthe train station. There are many cafes, shops, fewer problems with parking (at least it is). A lot of comfortable modern hotels are concentrated here, where you can stay for about 60-70 EUR per day for two.

Shopping in Girona

• Shopping quarters

Most of the shops in Girona are concentrated along the Liberty Boulevard (La Rambla de la Llibertat) and around the Independence Square (Plaça de la Independencia) in the city center. Another popular place for shopping is Carrer de Joan Maragall, which is located near the train station parallel to Liberty Boulevard. On these streets you can find monobrand boutiques Zara, Massimo Dutti (there are three of them in the city), souvenir shops, jewelry stores, supermarkets and even Russian food stores.

• Shopping centers

Girona has two large shopping centers. The most popular of them is Espai Girones, it is located on the outskirts of the city, it works every day except Sunday, and is famous for its low prices. El Corte Ingles Shopping Center is located in the city center, 700 meters from the train station, and is open daily except Sunday. Prices are higher than Espai Girones, but there are often promotions and off-season sales.

• Markets

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Cuisine and restaurants

In Girona, as in many other Spanish cities, food is treated with great respect, so poor food or service is very rare, although it does occur.

As in any Catalan city, bars are closed from lunch until 16-17 pm. The only exceptions are the tourist cafes on the Rambla de la Lliberitat.

In the Old Town of Girona, cafes, restaurants, pastry shops and bars are literally at every step. Most have traditional Catalan cuisine. Pay attention to the institutions of Bronsoms, Ca L’Ivan and Ca la Pilar - there you will be offered traditional Spanish snacks at very affordable prices. Locals and tourists love the Zanpanzar tavern, it is good for a quick snack. This is a traditional Spanish tapas bar with a huge selection of tapas and pinchos (small sandwiches with everything in a row). The cost of a sandwich is 1.8 EUR, each has a small toothpick, according to which the waiters consider who ate how much. For two, 10-12 pinchos are usually enough. A jug of homemade wine costs 5-7 EUR.

Girona restaurants serve both Catalan and Basque cuisine, and the traditional local menu is a mix of both. Among Catalan establishments, Calderers (in Independence Square) and El Capritxo (in Sant Feliu Square) are interesting, and the most popular Basque restaurant is Txalaka.

Behind author's cuisine it is worth going to Divinum in the very center of the Old Town. The menu includes over 50 dishes - the author’s interpretation of traditional Spanish dishes and the best wine list in the city. The El Celler de can Roca restaurant of the Roca brothers is considered the best not only in Girona, but also in Catalonia, and according to some reports, and one of the best in all of Spain. It has three Michelin stars and ranks first in the list of the 50 best restaurants in the world according to the British restaurant Magazine. The restaurant is located outside the city, 2 km west of Girona, a table needs to be reserved for several months.

El Celler de Can Roca serves caramel olives, cherry tuna soup, flounder in oranges, desserts with aromas of famous perfumes and other unusual dishes.

Another, not so luxurious, but no less interesting project of the Rock brothers is the Rocambolesc confectionery. The menu includes several dozen types of ice cream, branded cookies, cakes and other desserts prepared only from natural products and according to our own recipes.

“1900” is another popular confectionery, this time a network one, they make excellent macaroons.

Guides in Girona

Attractions and attractions in Girona

The historic center of Girona is located in the eastern part of the city. The landmark is the Onyar River, dividing Girona into modern quarters and the medieval Old Town. It also offers one of the most picturesque views of Girona. The colorful houses decorating the embankment are a 17th century heritage and a visiting card of the city. They were rebuilt several times, but still retain their original appearance.

You can admire the bright and colorful houses on the banks of Onyar from any bridge over the river, but a particularly beautiful view opens from two bridges: Pont de Pedra and Pont de San Agusti.

Another local attraction is connected with the river - Plaça Catalunya, located near the Pont de Pedra (Stone Bridge). This square is interesting for its unusual shape - it is a very wide bridge connecting two shores. It is from here that most of the excursions in the old part of Girona start. And near the Stone Bridge, a flea mini market is regularly opened on weekends, where you can find homemade jewelry and just interesting souvenirs.

5    Things to do in Girona:

1. Dig up something antique on a flea market near Stone Bridge.
2. Count the even number of steps on the stairs of the Cathedral.
3. Buy a couple of dozen flies - for souvenirs.
4. Admire the magnificent Creation Tapestry at the Cathedral Museum.
5. See the Old Town from the ramparts.

Churches and cathedrals

The main Girona masterpiece is the Cathedral, whose construction began in the 14th century on the site of an ancient tomb and lasted several centuries. Many styles mixed in its architecture: Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and others. This variety of styles and a giant staircase are the main distinguishing features of the cathedral. It is believed that one who, climbing the stairs, counts an even number of steps, is a righteous person, odd is a sinner.

Another valuable example of religious architecture is the Church of Sant Feliu (St. Philip's Church), built in the Gothic style, although it was not very fashionable for the 14th century. The place for construction was not chosen by chance - it was here, under the temple building, the patrons of the city Saint Philip and Saint Narcissus were buried.

The legend of Narcissus is one of the most important in urban mythology of Girona. According to legend, flies flying out from the grave of the saint bit the enemies and saved the population from invaders. Until today, the flies of San Narcissus are a popular local souvenir.

Piazza Sant Feliu, on which the church of the same name is located, is known for its sculpture in the form of a lion climbing a column. The stone statue is a symbol of the city, according to signs, if you kiss it, you can return to Girona again. The lion is located at such a height that a man of average height can reach it.

Jewish Quarter and Arab Baths

Girona, like many other Spanish cities, has traces of centuries-old mixing of cultures. This is especially noticeable here thanks to the Jewish quarter and the Arab baths.

Until the 15th century, the largest Jewish community in Catalonia was located in Girona. After the adoption of Catholicism by the Spanish monarchs, everyone who did not want to change their faith was expelled, but in this quarter of Girona miraculously preserved not only the special atmosphere of the ancient settlement, but also architecture with ancient buildings and narrow streets.

Once a year, the Temps de flors flower show takes place in the Jewish quarter. Designers lay out floral paintings on pavements, on the walls of houses and create voluminous floral shapes. Each composition has its own meaning, for example, flower pots symbolize hearts, and ropes hanging from different sides indicate the eternal connection of the descendants of the Jews who lived here with Girona.

Another significant attraction of Girona is the fortress walls built during the time of the ancient Romans. The walls were erected to defend the city from invaders, they go around the entire historical center of Girona and end at Plaza Catalunya. They offer a very beautiful view of the city, and next to them is one of the first Gothic monasteries of Catalonia - San Domenech. Today, students live inside the monastery - the University of Girona chose the former cells of the monks as a hostel.

Girona Museums

There are few museums in the city, but the Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Cinema are definitely worth a look. Also in the city there is the Archaeological Museum, the Museum of the History of the City with the mummies of Capuchin monks and the Museum of the History of Jews of Girona. It is worth finding the Cathedral Museum with the tapestry "Creation of the World."

The history of Girona

Weather in Girona

Girona has a mild, temperate climate, so you can come here at any time of the year. High season begins in May. Summer here is not as hot as in most of Spain, but also dry and sunny: the average temperature is comfortable + 25 ... + 26 ° С, on some days in July and August it can be hot up to + 29 ... + 30 ° С. At the end of October, summer ends, and begins to rapidly cool, already in November it is about + 10 ° C and rainy.

Spring is the most comfortable time for walking, the air temperature is about +18 ° C, everything blooms, and there is no rain anymore. In winter, it is cool in Girona, from the end of November to mid-February it gets colder to −5 ° C at night, but rarely it is colder than + 10 ° C during the day. Rains in winter are rare, there are few tourists, prices are falling, so in the low season, too, has its own charm.

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Girona, the largest city of the North, became famous as the “city of a thousand sieges” - it stands on the most important ancient road Via Augusta, paved by the Romans (along which the imperial troops went from to Cadiz), and was a welcome goal for everyone who wanted to gain a foothold in.

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Orient in Girona:

Girona train and bus stations are located at Placa d’Espanya in 20 minutes. walk from the historic center of Girona.

The small river Onyar divides the city of Girona into two parts: the historic center of Barri Veil with a cathedral, the Jewish quarter, Romanesque and Gothic buildings is located on the right bank, the modern areas of Barri del Mercadal are on the left bank .

To inspect Girona is enough for half a day.

Girona Tourist Office:

• Rambla de la Llibertat, 1. 972 22 65 75,
• mon-Fri 8.00-20.00, Sat 8.00-14.00, 16.00-18.00, Sun 9.00-14.00.

How to get to Girona:

An airport

• 11 km south of the city, 972 47 43 43. (daily 1 flight), summer charter flights to resorts.

By train to Girona

•   (more than 20 times a day, 1 hour 45 minutes, 4.90-5.64 €),
• Figueres (more than 20 times a day, 30-40 min., 2.05-2.20 €);
• Port Bow (15 times a day, 3.20-3.70 €).

By bus to Girona

•   (Estacio de Nord) (3-6 times a day, 1 h. 20 min., 9.20 €);
• Figueres (1 hour, 3.70 €);
• beaches (3 times a day, author SARFA );
• Besalu (up to 8 times a day, Sun 4.50 min., 3 €)
• Olot (1 h. 15 min., 5.25 €).

By car to Girona

• Track A-7( - ).

History of Girona:

• V  in. BC.In place of the future city of Giron, an Iberian settlement arises; the Roman troops that later captured it founded the fortress of Gerund in its place (from Latin “to fight”).
• III. The Romans erect the city walls.
• V- VI. Girona becomes an important religious center of the Visigoths; in 517, one of the first cathedrals of the Catholic priesthood was convened here.
• MidVIII. Girona was conquered by the Arabs.
• 797. Franks take possession of Girona, it has become the center of one of the Catalan counties included in the Spanish mark.
• Xi. In Girona, a large community is emerging, the activity of which contributed to the commercial growth of the city.
• 1285. The heroic defense of Girona from the army.
• 1460-1470s.The civil war in Catalonia, in which the inhabitants of the city of Girona took an active part. The city was under siege many times, power often passed from the townspeople to the supporters of the king.
• 1809. Girona was captured three times by Napoleonic troops.

Tourist route in Girona:

Arriving in Girona, go to the embankment of the Onyar River, to PlatadeCatalunya(square Catalunya). This is one of the main city squares; beyond it on the right bank of the river begins the perfectly preserved fortress wallsurrounding the ancient Roman Girona; next to the wall are broken the gardens(Jardines de la Muralla).

We advise you to climb the fortress wall and take a walk along it to imagine the size of the ancient city. You can go down from the wall at Placa de Josep Ferrater i Mora (Josep Ferrater i Mora Square), next to the monastery of San Domenech(Convent de Sant Domenec). The monastery, one of the first Gothic buildings in Catalonia, was founded in the 13th century .; he is now transferred to the University of Gerona.

From the monastery along Carrer de Bellmiral (Belmiral St.) you can go to the old bishop's palace (XII-XVI), in which Art Museum(Museu d’Art, Placa de la Catedral, 12, BC 10.00-14.00, May-Sat. Tue-Sat 10.00-19.00, Oct.-Apr. 10.00-18.00, Mon. Closed)

Girona Cathedral:

Opposite the palace is the main building of the city of Girona - cathedral(LaSeu de Gerona, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., museum, Sun 10 a.m.-2 p.m., summer Tue-Sat 10 a.m.-8 p.m., autumn-winter Tue-Sat 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 4 p.m.-6 p.m., spring Tue-Sat 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 4 p.m.-7 p.m., Mon. Cl.), whose bell tower is decorated with a weather vane with a bronze angel. A giant staircase of 90 steps leads to the main western facade - in the 17th century, during its construction it was the largest in Spain.

The history of this place begins with the Roman sanctuary of Apollo, on the ruins of which in the VI century. the Visigoth burial appeared; he was replaced by the Romanesque tomb of the X-XI centuries. And in 1312 the construction of the Girona Cathedral began, and the influence of French designs affected it. The cathedral has one of the widest naves - 22.8 m (length - 50 m, height - 35 m). The cathedral acquired its modern look in the 17th century, when interiors and facades were rebuilt in the Catalan Baroque style. A small museum is opened in the temple, which stores the unique woven carpet “Creation of the World” of the 11th-12th centuries. and the rarest illustrated manuscripts of the 10th century.

From Placa de la Catedral departs Carrer de la Forca (Forsa Street); the area between this street and the city wall in the Middle Ages was inhabited by Jews and was called El-Kal (E1 Call, from other Heb. “community”); here in the XIII century. There was a Kabbalah school - it was in the city of Girona that the physician and Kabbalist philosopher Ramban was born and lived, who later became the chief rabbi of Catalonia. The entire Jewish quarter consists of confused streets, alleys, dead ends; since Girona is located on a small hill, many streets are simply narrow stairs.

Girona Museums:

Center Bonastruc ca Porta on Carrer de la Forca open Museum of the History of Jews of Girona(Museu d’ Historia dels Jueus de Girona, Oct-Apr Mon-Sat 10.00-18.00, May-Sep Mon-Sat 10.00-20.00, Sun 10.00-15.00).

On the same street in the Capuchin monastery building of the XVIII century. is open Girona History Museum(Museu d’Historia de la Ciutat, Carrer de la Forca, 27, Tue-Sat 10: 00-14: 00, 17: 00-19: 00, Sun 10: 00-14: 00, Mon. Closed). By visiting it, you can see the old monastery cemetery.

And going down the Carrer de la Forca to Placa de l’Oli, you can admire house Fontana deOhr(Fontana d’Or), owned by the Roman patrician and rebuilt in the Middle Ages.

Church of Sant Feliu:

After examining the Jewish quarter, return to Placa de la Catedral (Catedral square); on its north side is gothic church of Sant Feliu(Iglesia de SantFeliu), rebuilt by J. de Tornay in the 14th century. from the Romanesque temple. The church is set over the graves of saints Felix and Narseso, the patrons of the city. St. Felix of Africa was tortured at the beginning of the 4th century. pagan Romans, and one of the legends claims that this happened in a tower, which stood on the site of the current temple. Inside the church, Roman and early Christian sarcophagi, columns of the Romanesque period, an altar of the XVI century. and the alabaster figure of Christ extremely revered by the locals (1350). The multi-tower bell tower of the temple has become a symbol of the city of Girona.

Arab baths Girona:

Opposite the temple, on the other side of Pujada del Rei Marti, stands a 12th-century Romanesque building, which is commonly called Arab baths(Banos Arabes, summer Tue-Sun 10.00-19.00, winter Tue-Sun 10.00-14.00, Mon.), although they have nothing to do with Arabs. The baths were built in the 12th century, a few centuries after the expulsion of the Arabs from the city of Girona; they consist of a caldarium (hot bath) with a mosaic floor and frigidarium (cold bath) with a pool. At the end of the XIII century. the building was destroyed by the French, then it was restored and transferred to the Capuchin monastery. In 1929, the Arab baths were opened to the public.

Monastery of San Pere de Galigans:

Having crossed the narrow, almost dry river Galigans, flowing behind the baths, you will find yourself near the Benedictine monastery of San Pere de Galigans  (Monestir de Sant Pere de Galligants), in which from the middle of the XIX century. The Archaeological Museum is open (Museu Arqueologic, Santa Llucia, 1, Sun 10.00-14.00, May-Saint. Tue-Sat 10.30-13.30, 16.00-19.00, Oct.-Apr. 10.30-13.30, 16.00-18.00, Mon. Closed). This monastery outside the city wall of the city of Girona is considered a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture.

The monastery was founded in 772, construction was completed only in 1130. Numerous tombstones were preserved in the monastery church (after the opening of the museum, ancient Jewish tombstones were also transferred here). Ancient burial sites survived in church of sao nicolau  (Iglesia de Sant Nicolau), located in front of the monastery. This temple was built in the XII century. it is believed that the churches of Italian Lombardy served as a model for him.

Having returned across the bridge to the cathedral part of the city, you can complete your acquaintance with the city of Girona at Passeig Arqueologic (Passeig-Arqueolozhik), which begins at the northern wall of the cathedral, next to the square and runs along the city wall. Here you can admire the gates of San Cristofol (Portal de Sant Cristofol, XVIII) and climb the defensive gironelle tower  (Torre Gironella), which offers beautiful views of the city.

Catalan Girona is a city where Romanesque buildings of the X-XII centuries still stand, and valuable artifacts of the Roman period and the dark times of the Early Middle Ages are stored in museums. The power of the past centuries seems to have frozen forever in the facades of the houses of the Jewish quarter and the outlines of formidable Romanesque churches.

Girona is located away from the coveted beaches of the Costa Brava, but from this the city does not lose its value. Many tourists come here on excursions from the resort towns of the coast to diversify a lazy beach vacation, and are satisfied. In addition to the grandiose architectural sights, in Girona there are several standing museums where priceless exhibits are stored that are of great interest to history buffs.

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The fortress walls of Girona were erected in the 1st century during the heyday of the Roman Empire, they were part of the defensive structures that protected the road from Rome to Seville. Only a small part of the walls that has been restored has survived to our days. From the observation platforms located around the perimeter, panoramic views of the city. Nowadays, the walls are a popular tourist attraction.

A sculpture of the XI century, installed next to the church of Sant Feliu. The figure of a lioness is somewhat reminiscent of the famous Roman she-wolf. There are many beliefs associated with this attraction. According to one of them, it is believed that if you kiss a lioness in the back seat, then all wishes will come true. For these purposes, a special staircase is even attached to the sculpture. In fact, the sculpture is the heraldic symbol of Girona, and kissing in an unusual place is just a comic custom.

Jews began to settle in Girona from the 9th century. Their community was very powerful before the wave of persecution that swept Europe in the 15th century. In place of the expelled Jews came poor Christian families who were not involved in the arrangement of houses in the quarter. That is why the district came to us almost in its original appearance. In our time, El Cal has become a bohemian quarter, where real estate costs a lot of money.

One of the central squares of Girona, located on the site of the monastery of St. Augustine. The architectural appearance of the place took shape in the 19th century. The square is surrounded by strict facades of neoclassical buildings and sculptural colonnades. It hosts mass social events, festive markets and music festivals. Independence Square has many restaurants and bars with open summer areas.

The central promenade of Girona, filled with tourists in any season. The Rambla de la Libertad has many cafes, boutiques and souvenir shops. Until 1809, the city wall passed along the street, but it was destroyed by Napoleon’s troops. On weekends, there is a flower market where a huge number of a wide variety of species are sold. From the street you can turn into the Jewish quarter or walk to the bridges across the Onyar River.

The first Romanesque temple on the site of the modern cathedral was erected in the XI century. In the Roman era there was a pagan sanctuary. In the XIV century a Gothic building appeared, which was completed only in the XVI century. As a result of later reconstructions, the cathedral acquired a baroque facade. The courtyard of the church has been preserved since the XII century, inside there are many ancient relics of great cultural value.

The temple was erected in the XIV century on the site of the early Romanesque church, where the tombs of the city’s patrons, Saint Philip and Saint Narcissus, were located. In the 16th century, a tower was added to the building; in the 17th century, the facade was finished. The interior has retained a severe Romanesque appearance with characteristic massive galleries. The territory of the temple also preserved Roman and early Christian burials.

The monastery was founded in the XII century and first belonged to the brothers of the Order of St. Benedict. A building in the Romanesque style with a two-story bell tower has survived to this day. In the XIV century, the complex went to the state. Since the 19th century, the abbey houses a museum, now known as the Archaeological Museum of Girona. One of its most valuable exhibits is the antique mosaic “Racing on chariots” and the ancient sarcophagus dating back to the 4th century.

The museum's exposition is dedicated to the history and culture of the Jewish community, which from the Early Middle Ages lived in the territory of Catalonia. The collection is located in 11 thematic rooms, which include the Diaspora, the Jewish Quarter, the Synagogue, the Cemetery and others. In the museum you can learn about the life and life of Jews, traditions and religious rites. Periodically, temporary exhibitions are organized on the territory of the museum.

A private museum that owns a fairly impressive exposition consisting of 30 thousand items. The collection is dedicated to the history of theater and cinema, from the period of Antiquity to the present day. The museum houses a film projector of the Lumiere brothers, many old posters, photographs and films. The gallery was opened in 1998, it became the first museum of such subjects in Spain.

The museum is located in the building of the Episcopal Palace, which, according to evidence, was erected in the X century. The last reconstruction of the building dates back to the 16th century, it was then that the features of the Renaissance era were introduced into the architectural appearance of the palace. The museum collection consists of 8.5 thousand exhibits. Here are stored historical artifacts belonging to the time period from the Romanesque era to the XX century.

The baths are located in the central part of Girona; they were erected in the XII century during the reign of King Alfonso I. The structure was built in a style typical of the cities of North Africa. At first, the baths belonged to the royal family, but after the reconstruction of the 13th century, access was open to all comers. In the XV century, the baths again passed into private ownership and were subsequently closed. In the XX century, reconstruction was made.

The pedestrian bridge over the Onyar River, designed by the famous G. Eiffel - the architect of the Paris Eiffel Tower. The bridge in Girona was erected in 1876, the design became revolutionary for its time, since the Eiffel used metal ties to increase strength. The Gustave Eiffel Bridge is a fairly compact structure that harmoniously fits into the surrounding landscape.

A small city park covering an area of \u200b\u200b40 hectares, in the territory of which huge 150-year-old trees grow with a trunk height of up to 50 meters. It is good to be in the shade of these giants during the sweltering Catalan heat. The park has a botanical garden and a banana grove. For citizens and tourists this place is a real green oasis, giving a long-awaited cool.

Aquatic artery flowing through the center of Girona. The Onyar embankment is built up with houses with colored facades, which gives it a rather festive and elegant look. These facades have long been a hallmark of the city, many tourists come to see them. The houses were built in the XVII century on the site of the demolished city wall, since then they have been rebuilt several times, but still retain their original appearance.

Girona is an extremely compact and comfortable city. Monuments and sights of different cultures and eras managed to fit in the small historical center: fortifications and a wall from the time of the Roman Empire, medieval buildings with a Gothic cathedral, rustic, but at the same time unique architecture of the Jewish quarter. All sights with incredible harmony coexist with each other, forming a single whole.

Girona does not take much time to get acquainted with the two-thousand-year history of the city it will be enough to spend only half a day. There is not such a staggering number of tourists as in Barcelona. There is no fuss and the need to use public transport, only unhurried walks along the ancient streets of the city. Here, as nowhere else, you can feel yourself in a different time and era.

How to get to Girona

The city is located in the north-east of Spain, in the autonomous community of Catalonia. More than 100 thousand people live in Girona and everything is in order with transport accessibility; there is an own airport, a developed system of railway and bus services. The border with France is about 60 km., The capital of Catalonia - Barcelona is just over 100 km.

Girona Airport

Full name Girona-Costa Brava Airport, search engine code GRO.The air harbor accepts both domestic and international flights. You can get acquainted with the full route map of flights on the official website of the airport.

Recently, Victory flies here from Russia. Direct flights are carried out from Moscow and St. Petersburg. The number of flights per week is constantly changing depending on the season, see the current prices and schedule below.

I have the experience of flying Victory to the Girona airport. I can’t say anything bad. Arrival on time, the price is loyal. If you purposefully plan to inspect Girona and the surroundings of the Costa Brava, then you should fly here so as not to waste time on the road from Barcelona.

Bus to the center of Girona

Buses run regularly between the airport and the city's bus station (Estació d’Autobusos de Girona). The route is served by Sagales. On the official website of the carrier, you can see the current schedule, as well as purchase a ticket online. Travel time is about half an hour. Depending on the season and time of day, the intervals between flights are from 30 minutes to an hour. Ticket price 2.75 euros.

Barcelona Airport

The largest air hub in Catalonia and Spain as a whole. El Prat Airport (BCN) receives hundreds of flights from all over the world. From Russia, such large carriers fly here: Aeroflot, S7, U-Tair, Ural Airlines, as well as the Spanish low-cost airline - Vueling. Everyone can choose for themselves a convenient departure / arrival time, airline.

From Barcelona airport to Girona, a direct bus runs at number 602. Transportation is carried out by the same company - Sagales.

Approximate travel time is 2.5 hours. Ticket price - 19 euros. I recommend to watch the current schedule, as well as purchase a ticket (online) on the official website.

From Barcelona to Girona

There are two ways to get to Girona from Barcelona, \u200b\u200bby bus or train. I recommend the second option, faster and more comfortable.

Train to girona

In Spain, the analogue of our Russian Railways is Renfe. Therefore, we immediately go to their website, look at the schedule and buy tickets. No need to contact intermediaries, including Russian-speaking portals that sell tickets with a commission.

Trains to Girona depart from Barselona-Sants Station. Travel time varies from 40 minutes to 2 hours. It all depends on the type of train you choose.

• REGIONALS  - An analogue of our trains, comes with all the stops. Tickets must be bought directly at the station;
• MD (Medium Distance)  - “Advanced” train, makes fewer stops, more comfortable. Tickets are also purchased at the station at the box office;
• AVANT, AVE  - high-speed trains of Spain. Travel time is the same, about 40 minutes, only AVANT is usually much cheaper. It is possible to purchase a ticket online.

It seems to me that the choice is obvious. The most convenient way to get to Girona is by the AVANT train, fast and affordable.

Bus to Girona

We use the same Sagales route number 602. We look at its schedule in the section above. Buses depart from the Estació Del Nord bus station. The journey takes about 2 hours, provided there are no traffic jams. Barcelona is a major metropolis, so during rush hour you can spend an additional couple of hours leaving the city.

To Girona by car

Above, I described the most popular and popular public transport routes. If you are traveling in a rented car, then it is worth considering some features of movement by car.

Toll roads to Girona

In Catalonia, there is a developed network of toll roads. If you will move using the navigator, then in 90% of cases it will direct you without fail to paid sections. Consider this expense item in your budget. For example, on the way from Barcelona to Girona, toll roads will cost about 20 euros. From Girona Airport to the city center - 4 euros. The payment procedure is simple and straightforward. At the entrance to the paid site, you take a ticket, at the exit you insert it into the machine and pay. Cards and cash are accepted, no problems.

There is one very useful resource - Michelin. There you can enter the point of departure / destination and see paid sections on the route, as well as the fare. If you wish, you can get confused and plan your way along the free roads.

Usually the problem with parking is solved simply - the hotel in which you book a room provides a place for free. In Girona, most accommodation options do not have such a service. You can see the map of paid and free parking lots in the Parkme service, the picture is clickable.

I advise you not to go into the historical center and leave the car in a large free parking in the north.

Where to stay in Girona

Girona is a very compact city. Its historic center is walked in a couple of hours. All attractions are nearby. Most hotels are located within the historic center, one wonders what area to stay in Girona is not necessary.

Girona Map

Girona Attractions

To get acquainted with Girona you need to walk, and a lot. Overcoming numerous ups and downs on the steps of narrow cobbled streets of the city. It doesn’t matter in what order you will see the sights, they are located next to each other. The main thing here is to relax and feel the spirit of this city. To prepare for the trip, I recommend only putting labels on your card so that you don’t miss anything.

Girona Bridges

What is the most famous photo of Girona? - Of course, colorful houses along the Onyar River. From here I will begin the description. First of all, it is worth noting that there is no embankment along the river as such. The buildings are close to the canal, there is no space for pedestrians to walk through.

The right and left banks of the historical center are connected by five bridges, from which the very symbolic image of Girona opens. All of them are marked on the map of the city's attractions. In order not to clog the article with the same type of photo, I’ll tell you about the three bridges that I liked the most.

Eiffel Bridge (Pont de les Peixateries Velles)

The most popular bridge of Girona among tourists. The attention is drawn to its design, it is completely made of steel. Designed by Eiffel. Yes, the same Eiffel, in whose honor the tower in Paris is named.

Pont de Pedra Bridge

The southernmost bridge, which is located on the makeshift border of the old quarter and the modern Eixample district. In my opinion, the best view of the Girona Canal opens from here. The frame harmoniously looks at the Eiffel Bridge, colorful houses and the cathedral in the background.

Pont de Sant Agusti Bridge

Located in the central part of the canal. From here, the entire promenade of the historical center of Girona is clearly visible. In terms of photogenicity, the view from the bridge is slightly inferior to the previous two.

Wall of Passeig De La Muralla

A protective structure created back in the days of the Roman Empire. Some sections of the wall survived from the 1st century, is unthinkable. I remember this place in Girona the most.

A stunning panorama of the city opens from the wall.

There are several entry and exit points, but I recommend going all the way. The beginning of the route is marked on the general map on top of the Begin Wall. The walk takes about 1.5 hours.

I read that from here it is definitely worth watching the sunset. In the rays of the departing sun the city looks unreal. Unfortunately, on our only night we spent in Girona it was cloudy, so there was no photo.

Jewish Quarter

Another top place in the city. One of the largest Jewish communities in Europe lived in Girona. The labyrinth of narrow tangled streets on the hill is currently a World Heritage Site.

Now inside the monastery is a museum of archeology, for more information on prices and opening hours, see the "museums" section.

Be sure to take a walk here, the place definitely deserves attention, as in any other corner of the historical center of Girona.

Observation Deck Santa Lucia

Near the monastery of Sant Pere de Galligants, there is another very interesting place - an observation deck near the chapel of Santa Lucia.

To get to it and enjoy the view of Girona, you need to climb the wall that surrounds the chapel. unfortunately, there is no sightseeing on google maps, the wall itself is missing on them, so take the Santa Lucia chapel for a landmark, and there you'll figure it out.

Girona Cathedral

This is probably the most famous building of Girona. The cathedral has a long and difficult history of construction. It was built by many Spanish architects for several centuries. Hence the uniqueness of the building, which incorporates the styles of different eras.

Personally, the cathedral did not impress me. No, this is certainly a grandiose construction, but I have already seen dozens of these throughout Europe. therefore, I am more inclined to the fact that the panorama of Girona from the Roman wall is a much more impressive sight in this city.

Rambla De La Libertat Street

As I said before, Girona is an inimitable mixture of different cultures and architecture. In what other city of the world in a couple of hours you can see the Roman fortress wall, then medieval cathedrals, the Jewish quarter and, in addition, walk along the classic Catalan shopping street?

Rambla De La Libertat has served as the commercial and commercial center of the city for many centuries. Today, there are shops, boutiques and a large number of restaurants and cafes.

After a long busy day in Girona, this is a great place to end your day in one of the establishments with a glass of sangria.

Independence Square (Plaça de la Independència)

It so happened that all the main attractions of Girona are located on the right side of the Onyar River. On the left side there is only one, a must-see place - Independence Square.

The woman at the reception of our hotel circled the square on the map in bold and accompanied by the words that this is the favorite place of the inhabitants of Girona, as well as the gastronomic center of the city.

In fact, the way it is. On the Plaça de la Independència there are many Spaniards, noisy and instead of the usual restaurants, there are only tapas bars and eateries.

Everyone has their own preferences in the kitchen, but I prefer to sit in a restaurant. where can I order a full meal. If you like tapas and light snacks, then you will like the area.

Girona Museums

We did not go to the museums of Girona, we limited ourselves only to walks in the historical center of the city. But for completeness, I will also provide information on them below. If something interests you, study the information on the official website of Girona. Dots on the general map are affixed.

Museum of Jewish History

The exhibition is dedicated to the medieval Jewish community of Catalonia. The everyday life of the Jewish family, customs and traditions is presented.

Opening hours

• July August:  Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 20:00; Sunday from 10:00 to 14:00;
• September - June:  from Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00; Monday, Sunday from 10:00 to 14:00;
• Closed:  January 1.6, December 25.26.

Entry cost

• Standard ticket: 4 €
• Free admission every first Sunday of the month

Cinema museum

The museum houses exhibits from the collection of Thomas Mallola. Who is this, I do not know. There is a permanent exhibition, the main idea of \u200b\u200bwhich is to show objects related to the birth of the film industry: projectors, ancient cameras and a bunch of other antiques. Temporary thematic exhibitions are also held.

Opening hours:

• September - June:
• July August:  Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 19:00. Sunday from 10:00 to 14:00.

Entrance Cost:

• Standard ticket: 6 €
• Reduced ticket: 3 € (students, senior citizens)

Museum of the History of Girona

The museum is dedicated to the history of the city. From the moment of foundation by the Romans (1st century BC) until the year 1975.

Opening hours:

• May - September:  from Tuesday to Saturday from 10:30 to 18:30; Sunday from 10:30 to 13:30;
• October - April:  from Tuesday to Saturday from 10:30 to 17:30; Sunday from 10:30 to 13:30;
• Closed:  on Mondays, January 1, 6 and December 25, 26.

Entrance Cost:

• Standard ticket: 4 €
• Free entry: for children under 16, as well as for everyone every first Sunday of the month.

Museum of Archeology

Archaeological findings from excavations in the Girona area are presented. Items from different eras, from the prehistoric period to the Middle Ages.

Opening hours:

• June - September:  Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 19:00; Sunday from 10:00 to 14:00;
• October - May:  Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00; Sunday from 10:00 to 14:00;
• Closed:  on Mondays, January 1, 6 and December 25.26.

Entrance Cost:

• Standard ticket: 4,50 €

Contains the most important and outstanding works of art of the province of Girona. Starting from the 11th century and ending with the beginning of the 20th.

Opening hours:

• May - September:  from Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 19:00; Sunday from 10:00 to 14:00;
• October - April:  from Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00; Sunday from 10:00 to 14:00;
• Closed on Mondays.

Entrance Cost:

• Standard ticket: 4,50 €

Here they cheated a little, painted on access to the sea and the harbor. In fact, ahead is a tiny square that rests against the building.

I think that you need to come to Girona overnight. Slowly explore the city, and in the evening stick in one of the restaurants. The next morning it will be possible to head further with a fresh head.

What to see next to Girona

Catalonia is a region rich in sightseeing. We were here only a couple of times, we looked only at 10 percent of what you can see. But I think my experience will also be useful to someone.

If you come here during the beach season, then by all means look at the resorts of the Costa Brava. I like the coastal town the most. Great place for a quiet and relaxing beach holiday.

In the transition season, when you can’t swim yet or it’s too late, there is also something to do next to Girona. Look, for example, the villages of Pals and Peratalladu, Empuriabrava list can be continued for a long time.

This is the charm of independent travel arrangements, unlike a package tour. You can create your own unique route, taking into account only personal preferences.

Now there are a lot of offers with excursions from the resort towns of Costa Brava or Barcelona, \u200b\u200bwhere one day it is suggested to go to Girona, gallop through the streets as part of a group, and then go back. Well this is a game, do not use such services, this is not a vacation. Spain is an extremely friendly country for independent travel.

Despite the fact that Girona is remote from the sea, its climate is very mild and warm. As in all resorts of the Costa Brava, the weather in the city is determined by the influence of sea air, but there are almost never strong winds characteristic of the sea coast.

Colds in Girona begin in late October, and end by early March. This is the time of the low tourist season. In the winter months, nighttime temperatures drop to +4 ... + 6ºС. It only gets colder in February. In the daytime, the thermometer usually shows +11 ... + 14ºС. In winter, there is a lot of sun in Girona - great weather for lovers of sightseeing tours.

In the beginning of spring it rains. By the end of May, Girona is already very warm - up to +22 ... + 24ºС. In the summer months it even gets hot: during the day +29 ... + 30ºС, and at night it is 10ºС colder. Such a temperature difference makes it easier to tolerate daytime heat. In June and July, it rains only 3-4 times a month, and in August it is usually dry and there is no rain.

Autumn is always warm in Girona, and the weather is dry until early November. Then it rains more, and the daytime temperature drops to + 16ºС.

Streets of the Jewish Quarter

The medieval part of the building of Girona is called the Old Town. This place is amazing in beauty and color, which consists of the interweaving of small cobblestone streets. Some of the streets of the Jewish quarter are so narrow that it can be difficult for two people to separate.

Traveling through the Old City, you can see many stone arches with the image of the hexagonal star of David. This part of Girona recalls the rich Jewish community that settled here in the 9th century and existed in the city for several centuries. The backbone of the Jewish settlement was made up of wealthy merchants and moneylenders. The community flourished, built new houses, synagogues and schools. Girona Jews were among those who invested in the expedition of Christopher Columbus.

However, times have changed. Towards the end of the 14th century, the Catholic Church took a new course, and persecution of Jews began in the city. Their synagogues were closed, and severe pogroms were organized in the houses, which took place by direct order of the rulers of the time, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella. The Spanish authorities ordered the expulsion of all Jews who did not accept Catholicism from the country. Most Jews, fearing for their own lives and the lives of their loved ones, were forced to abandon their property and flee Girona.

Poor Catholic families settled in Jewish-owned homes who did not have enough money to carry out high-quality repairs or remodeling in new housing. Thanks to this, the old buildings of the 15th century have survived to this day almost unchanged.

Walking around the Jewish Quarter, it is worth going not only along its main street Carrer Força, but also turn into the streets of St. Lawrence, Kundaro and Carrer Escola Pia. Here, in the old stone walls of the houses, small holes have been preserved for attaching “jellyfish” - parchments with verses from the Torah. In such places, Jews traditionally prayed, holding a parchment with their hand.

Today, the Jewish Quarter is considered not only the historical part of the city, but also a district with very expensive housing. And only wealthy citizens live here.

Architectural monuments

The Onyar River divides Girona into two parts - the old buildings and modern quarters. Once along its shore stood an old fortress wall. The French, who fought with the Spaniards, destroyed it, and in the 17th century the local authorities decided to build residential houses on the remains of the wall. So, on an old masonry, directly above the river, a number of unusual buildings grew. Later they were rebuilt, but all this time the inhabitants of the city inhabited the houses on Onyar.

Today, old buildings are painted in different colors and look very picturesque. This is best seen from small bridges laid over the river. Tourists love to come to Girona bridges to take pictures of medieval buildings and white herons living along Onyar, as well as to feed large fish living in the river.

One of the ten bridges of Girona deserves special attention. It was built according to the project of the famous engineer Gustav Eiffel, and this happened in 1876, when 13 years remained before the construction of the iconic Paris tower. The bridge structure is made of metal and is located in the very center of the city - in the place where the river receives three small tributaries. The bridge is painted in bright red and blends seamlessly into the surrounding landscape.

Arriving in Girona, it is worth visiting near the oldest defensive structure of this city - the fortress wall, which was built here during the Roman Empire (75 AD). This wall was erected to protect the military settlement - Gerunda, which provided security on the old Via Augusta road connecting the capital of the empire with Seville.

Now the fortress wall has been perfectly restored and is one of the most popular tourist sites in Girona. On it you can take walks and admire the city from above. From here you can clearly see the old and new quarters of Girona, architectural monuments, shady gardens and picturesque foothills.

On the old wall there are several observation towers that were used by Roman soldiers as sentinels. The largest of them is called Torre Gironella. It was here in 1391 that several Jewish families escaped from pogroms organized by Catholics in Girona.

Another historical and architectural landmark of the city is the Arab baths. Despite this name, the baths are in no way associated with Muslim traditions. The building in the Romanesque style was erected in the XII century. However, archaeologists are sure that the buildings where the ablutions were performed, stood on this place before.

In the XIII century, French troops invaded Girona, which destroyed many buildings, including unusual Arab baths. Then they tried to restore the historic building several times. But this was only done in 1929, and the Catalan architect Rafael Maso led the restoration work. The old baths are equipped with a wardrobe, a cold room, a room temperature room, a hot bath and a steam room. In addition, there is an octagonal ornate pool inside.

Cult Buildings Girona

The main temple of the city is the cathedral, which occupies the Cathedral Square of Girona. Initially, a Roman tomb stood on this site, but in 1312 the city authorities began to erect a Catholic church here. Large construction stretched for almost three hundred years and ended in 1604, when the new church was consecrated in honor of St. Mary.

The fact that the cathedral was built for such a long time was reflected, first of all, in its architectural appearance. In the huge building you can see elements of Romanesque architecture, renaissance and Gothic. And the facade of the cathedral is made in the Baroque style and is decorated with an expressive round window and sculptures. Inside the building are stored tombs, where the counts of Barcelona rest.

The nave of the temple, built in 1416 by the architect Guillermo Bofill, makes the biggest impression on everyone. Its dimensions are huge: 34 m in height and 23 m in width. Only the Roman Cathedral of St. Peter possesses a slightly larger nave.

A staircase of 90 steps leads to the entrance to the main Catholic temple of Girona. There is a belief in the city that the rise to each of them provides forgiveness of one of the sins.

The interior of the temple looks no less magnificent. Huge arches intertwined under a high nave. The main decorations of the cathedral are old, very well restored stained glass windows and organ.

A small museum is opened at the temple, where church utensils, sculptures, rare manuscripts, valuable precious metal products and a well-preserved handmade carpet, which experts date from the 11th-12th centuries, are exhibited.

You can visit the cathedral on any day except Monday. On the siesta, the temple closes from 13 to 16 hours. Entrance to it is free, and for the inspection of the museum collection you need to pay 3.5 euros.

Of the religious buildings of Girona, the ancient monastery of St. Peter Galligans, which the Benedictines founded in the X century, deserves special attention. It stands on a tributary of the Onyar River, in the northern part of the city. The monastery building is a vivid example of the Romanesque architecture of the Middle Ages. It has three naves and four altar apse. The two-story monastery bell tower is built on an octagonal base. Inside the monastery is equipped with a Christian necropolis. Tourists come here to relax in the cozy monastery garden and explore the collections of the Museum of Archeology.

Next to this monastery you can see the beautiful Lombardy Church of San Nicolau, built in the XII century. The prototype of a slender temple was the church of Italian Lombardy, with octagonal domes. Initially, the church served as a chapel at the monastery cemetery, so the ancient necropolis is located here.

Another famous temple of Girona is the Gothic church of Sant Feliu, built in the XI-XIII centuries. It is located north of the Old Town. The ancient temple is dedicated to two patrons of Girona - saints Philip and Narcissus and stores very ancient sarcophagi dating from the 2nd-6th centuries, as well as wall paintings that depict animal and floral ornaments. On Sundays, you can get to this church for free, and on other days an admission here costs 7 euros.

Museums

The museum collection, which tells the story of Girona, is located on the street. Carrer de la Forka, near the cathedral. This museum is considered one of the best in Catalonia and presents artifacts found by archaeologists in the city and its environs. In 14 museum halls you can find out a lot of interesting things about the Roman fortress of Gerund, the medieval development of the city, the consequences of the wars with France, as well as about modern Girona. The real highlight of this museum is the collection of rare musical instruments.

The Archaeological Museum of Girona is located in the monastery of St. Peter Galligans and is famous far beyond the borders of Catalonia. It is noteworthy that for the first time his collections were put on public display in 1857. The basis of the museum exposition is made up of finds made during excavations of the ancient Roman Gerund in 1846, as well as tombstones from the old Jewish cemetery. Lovers of antiquities specially come to this museum to see unique exhibits - an ancient Roman mosaic and a sarcophagus of the 4th century.

Traveling through the old Jewish quarter, it’s interesting to look into a museum telling about the history of the Jewish communities of Catalonia. It is located in a building that used to be occupied by the Girona synagogue. In 11 halls there is an exposition telling about the traditions and laws of the Jewish diaspora, holidays and ceremonies held in Girona, as well as about the professional activities of Catalan Jews, their crafts and trade.

When traveling through Girona, you can visit one of the most unusual museums - the cinema museum, which was opened in 1998. It was created by a passionate collector, Thomas Mullall, who had been collecting old movie lenses for over 30 years.

The huge collection of this museum, consisting of more than 20 thousand exhibits, allows you to touch the history of cinematography. About 8 thousand movie lenses, almost 100 types of old movie cameras, devices used by moviegoers, books, posters and magazines about film art and a huge archive of documents are exhibited here.

Fans of painting and graphics should include the city art museum, which occupies the building of the bishop's palace, built in the 10th century in the historic center of the city, in the travel route around Girona. It was here that Girona once hosted the kings of Spain.

Now inside the magnificent palace exhibited a rich collection of works of art created from X to XX century. In the halls of the museum you can see ancient illustrated manuscripts, enjoy the paintings of Spanish masters and admire the carvings made of wood. The most valuable exhibits are a bar made of wood, which depicts figures of Christian monks (XII century), as well as a silver altar (X century).

Fans of retro cars will be interested in the Salvador Claretta collection on display in the city. He began collecting it in 1950, acquiring the old Ford, released in 1923. Now 170 retro cars are available to Girona's guests, including the 1883 automobile - the Merry Weather.

On the outskirts of the city is the Iberian village or the Poblado Iberica Museum. An asphalt road leads here from Girona. The entire collection presented here was found on the territory of an ancient Iberian settlement, which, according to historians, could be the largest in the region. In the Museum of Poblado Iberica, you can see ancient weapons, coins, tools for cultivating the land, the first looms and ceramics. For unknown reasons, people stopped living in an Iberian village in the 2nd century BC. Archaeological excavations in these places began in the 30s of the last century and continue in a planned manner to this day, bringing every year new and interesting finds.

The most popular souvenirs that travelers seek to bring from Girona are items that depict city symbols: a sculpture of a Girona lioness and a bronze weather vane with an angel that crowns the bell tower of the city's cathedral. They are considered to be real signs of fortune and are printed on T-shirts, mugs, key rings and other things intended for sale to tourists.

Surprisingly, one of the best-selling Girona souvenirs is flies. The image of flies can be seen everywhere in the city: on display cases, stickers, hairpins, magnets, in the form of chocolate figures and on fans. And such "popularity" is explained simply. The patron saint of Girona is considered to be Saint Narcissus. Tradition is connected with him, and more precisely with his grave. In the XIII century, the city was captured by French soldiers. They came to the grave of St. Narcissus and tried to defile it. But suddenly, hordes of huge flies that bit the invaders flew out from under the lid of the coffin. The bites were fatal, and Girona freed itself from enemies.

In the cinema museum you can buy collection disks with films, funny music boxes with melodies from different films, as well as collectible movie posters.

Transport

Girona is relatively small. Conveniently, all of its main attractions can be bypassed. The train station and bus station are also located nearby. From public transport in this city, only buses run. In Girona and its suburbs, 11 daily routes and one night route were laid. The fare is 1.4 euros. Information on the cost of tickets can be found.

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How to get there

The closest airport to Girona is the Costa Brava Airport, located 12 km from the city. It has international status and accepts flights from around the world. From this airport to Girona there are regular buses and taxis. Buses depart every hour and reach the city in 25 minutes.

Tourists from Russia most often fly to Barcelona airport “El Prat” - the largest air gate of Catalonia. From Barcelona to Girona can be reached by train. Regular and high-speed trains leave every half hour from Barcelona Sans Central Station and reach their destination in 75 or 90 minutes. To get to the Barcelona Sans train station, you need to go to the underground trains from Terminal 2 of Barcelona Airport and get to the city.

In addition, from Barcelona to Girona can be reached by regular buses. In this case, the road will take 1.15-1.20 hours.

The fastest way to get from Barcelona Airport to Girona is by rented car or taxi - in about 40 minutes. In this case, you need to go along the free highway N-II.