Pals

Pals lies on a hill in the heart of the Baix Empordà, around four kilometres from the coast, and is considered one of the best-preserved medieval villages in Catalonia — and indeed all of Spain. The robust stone centre with its towers, vaulted gateways, narrow streets and the Gothic church of Sant Pere breathes an authenticity that is rare on the Costa Brava. The view from the Tower Square (Torre de les Hores) over the green rice fields of the Empordà towards the Mediterranean is simply spectacular. Pals is no museum piece — it is a lively village with good restaurants, galleries and an active local life.

The municipality of Pals also includes the coastal zone with Platja de Pals, a wide sandy beach 4 km from the village. For more extensive daily facilities, Palafrugell (10 min) or La Bisbal d'Empordà (15 min) are close by. Girona Airport is around 40 minutes away, Barcelona an hour and a half. The area around Pals is also a golfer's paradise — with three golf courses within easy reach.

Nature & surroundings

• Rice fields of Pals — the breathtaking landscape of rice fields between the village and the coast, with walking and cycling routes through a unique agricultural cultural landscape.
• Platja de Pals — wide sandy beach 4 km away, with dunes and pine forests. Relatively quiet and natural in character.
• Medes Islands — the famous marine reserve off the coast, visible from the village, ideal for diving and snorkelling.
• Golf Platja de Pals — one of the most challenging golf courses on the Costa Brava, directly next to the beach. Complemented by Empordà Golf Club and Golf Serres de Pals.
• Parc Natural del Montgrí — the impressive coastal massif north of Pals, with spectacular hiking routes and views.

Living & neighbourhoods

• Historic centre (Recinte Medieval) — stone village properties and smaller buildings in the medieval core. Unique character, very limited supply. Popular with those seeking genuine village life.
• Mas Pals — one of the most exclusive golf urbanisations on the Costa Brava, directly next to the golf course. Villas with golf and sea views, high quality and security. Popular with international buyers.
• Platja de Pals zone — apartments and villas close to the beach, in a green setting with pine forests and dunes. Ideal as a pied-à-terre or rental investment.
• Rural masies & villas — authentic Catalan farmhouses and modern villas in the rice field landscape around the village. Space, privacy and spectacular views.

Practical

• ✅ One of the most beautiful medieval villages in Catalonia
• ✅ Spectacular views over rice fields and sea
• ✅ Own beach (Platja de Pals) 4 km away
• ✅ Three golf courses in the immediate surroundings
• ✅ Broad property spectrum from historic to exclusive golf
• ❌ No beach in the village itself — bicycle or car needed for the coast
• ❌ Limited daily facilities in the village itself
• ❌ Historic centre: extremely limited supply

More information: Municipality of Pals · Costa Brava — Pals