Girona Reseguide – Sevärdheter och turer

När du ska besöka

Late spring and early autumn are the most comfortable seasons. Summer is hot and humid. Winter is mild but can be damp, and autumn brings the heaviest rain.

The biggest event is the Temps de Flors flower festival in May. Flower displays fill the historic courtyards, churches and streets.

Bästa tiden att besöka: maj, juni, juli, augusti, september, oktober

Välj en månad

Typiskt väder i januari

Helt okej

13° (känns som 8°) · extremvärden 2°–17°
7° på natten
7 regndagar
12 soldagar
5 soltimmar per dag
Torr luft
Lätt bris
UV-index 1 · lågt

Typiskt väder i februari

Helt okej

14° (känns som 9°) · extremvärden 1°–18°
7° på natten
6 regndagar
13 soldagar
6 soltimmar per dag
Torr luft
Lätt bris
UV-index 2 · lågt

Typiskt väder i mars

Bra

16° (känns som 12°) · extremvärden 4°–20°
9° på natten
8 regndagar
14 soldagar
7 soltimmar per dag
Torr luft
Lätt bris
UV-index 4 · måttligt

Typiskt väder i april

Bra

18° (känns som 14°) · extremvärden 7°–22°
11° på natten
8 regndagar
14 soldagar
8 soltimmar per dag
Torr luft
Lätt bris
UV-index 5 · måttligt

Typiskt väder i maj

Utmärkt

21° (känns som 19°) · extremvärden 10°–25°
14° på natten
9 regndagar
16 soldagar
9 soltimmar per dag
Torr luft
Lätt bris
UV-index 6 · högt

Typiskt väder i juni

Utmärkt

25° · extremvärden 14°–30°
18° på natten
7 regndagar
19 soldagar
11 soltimmar per dag
Behaglig luftfuktighet
Lätt bris
UV-index 7 · högt

Typiskt väder i juli

Utmärkt

28° · extremvärden 17°–32°
20° på natten
6 regndagar
22 soldagar
11 soltimmar per dag
Fuktig luft
Lätt bris
UV-index 8 · mycket högt

Typiskt väder i augusti

Utmärkt

28° · extremvärden 17°–32°
21° på natten
7 regndagar
19 soldagar
10 soltimmar per dag
Fuktig luft
Lätt bris
UV-index 7 · högt

Typiskt väder i september

Utmärkt

25° (känns som 24°) · extremvärden 14°–29°
18° på natten
8 regndagar
13 soldagar
8 soltimmar per dag
Behaglig luftfuktighet
Lätt bris
UV-index 5 · måttligt

Typiskt väder i oktober

Utmärkt

22° (känns som 19°) · extremvärden 10°–26°
15° på natten
8 regndagar
11 soldagar
6 soltimmar per dag
Behaglig luftfuktighet
Lätt bris
UV-index 3 · måttligt

Typiskt väder i november

Bra

17° (känns som 13°) · extremvärden 5°–21°
10° på natten
7 regndagar
10 soldagar
5 soltimmar per dag
Torr luft
Lätt bris
UV-index 2 · lågt

Typiskt väder i december

Bra

14° (känns som 9°) · extremvärden 3°–18°
8° på natten
6 regndagar
10 soldagar
5 soltimmar per dag
Torr luft
Lätt bris
UV-index 1 · lågt

Klimatdata: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Främsta sevärdheter

Catedral de Girona is a cathedral at the top of a wide Baroque staircase. Inside is a very wide Gothic nave, and the treasury holds the Tapestry of Creation.
Basilica de Sant Feliu is a Gothic church with a tall tower, built over early Christian tombs.
Església de Sant Pere de Galligants is a Romanesque monastery with a cloister. It now holds an archaeology museum.
Museu d'Història dels Jueus is in the Call, the medieval Jewish quarter, and explains the history of Jewish life in Girona.
The city walls offer a walk around the old town with views over the roofs. Start near the cathedral.
The colorful houses along the Onyar are the best-known view. Cross the Eiffel bridge (Pont de les Peixateries Velles) for a good photo spot.

Utvalda listor

Doronenko / CC BY-SA 3.0

Girona's Essential Landmarks

Girona’s historic core features a dense concentration of medieval and Romanesque architecture. This selection includes the Cathedral of Saint Mary, known for its exceptionally wide Gothic nave, and the fortified Muralles de Girona, offering elevated views across the city. The list highlights the Jewish Quarter's heritage at the Museum of Jewish History and the engineering of Gustave Eiffel’s iron bridge. From the 17th-century Castell de Montjuïc to the Romanesque Sant Pere de Galligants monastery, these sites trace the city's evolution through its defensive walls and iconic river crossings.

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Doronenko / CC BY-SA 3.0

Historic Sites and Viewpoints

This collection highlights Girona’s defensive evolution and architectural landmarks. It features the 17th-century Castell de Montjuïc and the medieval City Walls, which provide panoramic walkways over the old town. Engineering highlights include Gustave Eiffel’s iron bridge and the mid-19th-century Pont de Pedra. The list also includes the symbolic Romanesque sculpture of La Lleona and monuments commemorating the Napoleonic sieges, offering a comprehensive look at the city's strategic and cultural history.

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אריה דרזי, ARIE DARZI / CC BY-SA 3.0

Girona's Cultural Hubs

Girona's cultural scene is anchored by diverse institutions ranging from the Museum of Jewish History in the historic Call to the Tomàs Mallol Cinema Collection. The city repurposes heritage structures, such as the 12th-century Romanesque Chapel of Sant Nicolau and the 14th-century Convent of La Mercè, for contemporary art and performance. Modern facilities like the Carles Rahola Public Library and the Girona Auditorium complement independent spaces like the La Volta galleries, which focus on local artistic production in the Sant Narcís neighborhood.

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Girona's Parks and Gardens

Girona’s green landscape ranges from the massive Devesa Park, featuring over 2,500 century-old plane trees, to historic terraced gardens like the Jardins de la Francesa. These spaces follow the paths of the Ter and Onyar rivers, offering unique sites like the Jardins dels Alemanys with its 19th-century ruins and the Jardins de les Pedreres, set within former stone quarries. This collection highlights the city's botanical diversity and its integration of historical ruins within public parks.

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Upplevelser att prova

Walk the old city wall at the end of the day. The path is open to walkers, and the light is best before sunset.
Climb the cathedral stairs and then walk down through the Call. Allow time to stop in small shops and courtyards.

Turer och aktiviteter

Girona – Karta

Dagsutflykter

Banyoles (about 20 km, 25 minutes by car): a town beside a large lake with walking and cycling paths.
Besalú (about 35 km, 45 minutes by car or bus): a medieval town with a stone bridge.
Figueres (about 35 km, 30 minutes by train): the town of the Dalí Theatre-Museum.
Cadaqués (about 75 km, 1 hour 30 minutes by car): a white fishing village on the coast.

Områden att utforska

Other destinations in Catalonia:

Nearby: Banyoles for the lake, and Cadaqués for the coast.
Big city: Barcelona is about 40 minutes away by high-speed train.

Resa dit

By air: Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO) is about 12 km south of the city and has low-cost flights. A bus runs to the city center. Many visitors fly to Barcelona (BCN) instead.
By train: High-speed trains from Barcelona take about 40 minutes. Slower regional trains take about 1.5 hours. Book on Renfe.
By bus: Buses connect Girona with Barcelona, the airport and Costa Brava towns.
The train station is a short walk from the old town.

Ta sig runt

On foot: The old town is compact, with some steep stairs and cobbled lanes.
Cycling: Cycling is popular, and flat paths follow the river.

Bilkörning

Is a car worth it?: Not for the old town. A car helps for the Costa Brava and small villages.
Parking: Use a car park outside the old town and walk in.
Restrictions: The old quarter is mostly pedestrian.

Mat och dryck

Girona is known for Catalan food, with rice and fish dishes from the coast and sausage from inland. Xuixo is a local sweet pastry filled with cream.

The restaurant El Celler de Can Roca has three Michelin stars and a long waiting list. For everyday meals, look in the arcaded streets around the Plaça de la Independència and on the Rambla de la Llibertat.

Frukost

Churros Churros con ChocolateFried dough sticks served with a thick, dark hot chocolate for dipping — a classic Spanish breakfast or late-night snack.

Lunch

Paella ValencianaA saffron-scented rice dish cooked in a wide, shallow pan. The traditional Valencian version uses chicken, rabbit, and green beans — best eaten at midday.

GazpachoA cold, blended soup of raw tomatoes, cucumber, pepper, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar, originally from Andalusia. Served as a drink or a starter, especially in summer.

Middag

Pulpo a la GallegaBoiled octopus sliced onto a wooden board and dressed with olive oil, coarse salt, and smoked paprika — a signature dish of Galicia.

Mellanmål och gatumat

Jamón IbéricoDry-cured ham from acorn-fed Iberian pigs, sliced paper-thin and eaten on its own or with bread. The finest grade, jamón ibérico de bellota, is one of Spain's most prized products.

Tortilla EspañolaA thick potato and egg omelette, served warm or at room temperature, found in virtually every bar in Spain. Often eaten as a tapa or a quick meal.

Patatas BravasFried potato chunks served with a spicy tomato sauce or aioli — one of the most common tapas across the country.

PintxosSmall snacks anchored to slices of bread with a toothpick, the Basque Country's answer to tapas. Found in bar counters across San Sebastián and Bilbao, often with elaborate toppings.

CroquetasCrispy breaded cylinders with a creamy béchamel filling, typically made with jamón, bacalà (salt cod), or mushrooms.

Drycker

Rioja Wine Vino de RiojaSpain's best-known wine region produces full-bodied reds from Tempranillo grapes, aged in oak. The crianza, reserva, and gran reserva labels indicate increasing age and complexity.

Säkerhet och hälsa

Girona is very safe. Keep your bag closed in crowded places, and watch your step on steep, cobbled streets.

Historia

Girona has Roman roots and a long medieval history. Its Jewish quarter was one of the most important in Catalonia, and its story is told at Museu d'Història dels Jueus.

Catedral de Girona was begun in the 11th century and rebuilt in the Gothic period, and the Baroque staircase was added in the 17th century. Església de Sant Pere de Galligants is a Romanesque monument from the Middle Ages.