Breda Holidays: Inland Catalonia Near Girona Airport
Província de Girona · Catalonia · Spain · 3,599 residents
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Breda is a small inland town of around 3,600 people in the Província de Girona, set 169 metres above sea level in Catalonia. It is not on the coast, and that is part of its appeal: you get a quiet base with the church of Sant Salvador de Breda and the Museo Municipal Josep Aragay a couple of minutes' walk apart in the centre, Montsoriu Castle under 3 miles away, and coastal towns such as Calella and Pineda de Mar roughly 11 miles off. Girona airport, with direct flights from the United Kingdom, is about 21 minutes by car, which makes Breda an easy choice for a short break or a longer holiday.
Why go
- Montsoriu Castle, a listed cultural property near Arbúcies, sits just 2.6 miles from town.
- Girona airport has direct UK flights and lies only about 21 minutes' drive away.
- July and August bring the best weather, with highs of 28 to 29°C and few rainy days.
Top sights in Breda
Castles, Churches and Local Museums
The headline sight is Montsoriu Castle, a protected cultural property in neighbouring Arbúcies, about 2.6 miles from Breda. Back in town, the church of Sant Salvador de Breda, a former monastery, stands roughly 200 metres from the centre, so it fits easily into a morning stroll.
For something suited to families, the Museo Etnológico del Montseny is around 5 miles away, while the Museo Municipal Josep Aragay is right in the middle of Breda, about 200 metres from the church. Tours and tickets for the area can be booked directly on this page through the booking cards below.
Tours & tickets in Breda
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Breda can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Breda
A Quiet Inland Base
With a population of around 3,600, Breda is a small, quiet town rather than a resort. Staying in or near the centre puts you within a short walk of Sant Salvador de Breda and the Josep Aragay museum, with Montsoriu Castle a short drive away.
If you want the sea on your doorstep, the larger coastal towns of Pineda de Mar, Calella and Malgrat de Mar are all about 11 to 12 miles away, so some travellers split a fortnight between the two. This page shows live hotel prices so you can compare options in Breda and nearby.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Breda and the villages around it is a hire car from Girona (GRO), about 21 min away.
Best time to visit Breda
When to Visit Breda
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Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
July and August are the most pleasant months, with daytime highs of 28°C and 29°C, overnight lows around 19°C and only six or seven rainy days each. August is the hottest month, and July is also one of the driest, with about 33 mm of rain.
Late spring is the wettest stretch: May sees around 144 mm across 16 rainy days and June about 143 mm across 15. September and October remain mild at 25°C and 22°C but bring more rain again. Winters are cool, with January highs of 13°C and lows near 3°C. As Breda is inland, there is no sea temperature to report for the town itself.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | 3°C | 33 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 15°C | 4°C | 67 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 17°C | 7°C | 69 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 19°C | 8°C | 107 mm | 11 h |
| May | 21°C | 11°C | 144 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 25°C | 16°C | 143 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 28°C | 19°C | 33 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 29°C | 19°C | 62 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 25°C | 15°C | 103 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 22°C | 14°C | 96 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 18°C | 9°C | 53 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 14°C | 4°C | 29 mm | 7 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
Flights, Ferries and the Drive
Girona airport (GRO) is the closest, about 15 miles away or roughly 21 minutes by car, and it has direct flights from the United Kingdom. Barcelona airport (BCN), also with direct UK flights, is around 40 miles away, a drive of just under an hour. Reus airport (REU) is a further option at about 83 miles, or close to two hours by road, and it too has direct flights from the UK.
The port of Barcelona, about 33 miles away, has ferries to Palma, Alcúdia, Maó, Ciutadella and Ibiza, as well as to Italy and Morocco. Driving all the way from Calais takes roughly 15 hours.
By air
- Girona (GRO)15 miles, about 21 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Barcelona (BCN)40 miles, about 57 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Reus (REU)83 miles, about 1 h 58 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 14 h 48 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Barcelona (33 miles).
Breda is good for
Around Breda
Day Trips from Breda
Hostalric is the closest neighbour, only about 4 miles away and an easy half-day outing. Head towards the coast and you reach a string of towns at around 11 miles: Calella, Sant Pol de Mar, Pineda de Mar, Canet de Mar and Santa Susanna.
A little further, at roughly 12 miles, are Arenys de Mar and Malgrat de Mar. All of these are larger than Breda except Hostalric and Santa Susanna, so they make a good contrast if you fancy busier streets for a day.
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Tips from Robin
Practical Tips for Your Stay
Car hire makes a real difference here. Breda is inland, the coastal towns are around 11 miles away and Montsoriu Castle and the Montseny museum are short drives rather than walks, so a car from Girona airport gives you far more freedom.
At 169 metres above sea level, nights can feel cool outside high summer, with winter lows of 3 to 4°C, so pack a warm layer. If you are travelling in May or June, plan for showers, as these are the wettest months of the year.
Questions people ask
What is the nearest airport to Breda?
Girona airport (GRO) is the nearest, about 15 miles away or around 21 minutes by car, and it has direct flights from the United Kingdom. Barcelona airport is the next option, roughly 40 miles and just under an hour's drive.
Is Breda on the coast?
No, Breda is an inland town at 169 metres above sea level. The nearest coastal towns, including Calella, Pineda de Mar, Sant Pol de Mar and Santa Susanna, are all about 11 miles away, so the sea is an easy drive.
When is the best time to visit Breda?
July and August offer the best conditions, with highs of 28°C and 29°C and only six or seven rainy days a month. May and June are the wettest months, each with around 143 to 144 mm of rain.
What is there to see in Breda?
In town, the church of Sant Salvador de Breda and the Museo Municipal Josep Aragay are both about 200 metres from the centre. Montsoriu Castle is around 2.6 miles away and the Museo Etnológico del Montseny about 5 miles away.
Can I drive to Breda from the UK?
Yes. The drive from Calais to Breda takes roughly 15 hours, so most travellers break the journey with an overnight stop. Many find flying to Girona, around 21 minutes from Breda, and picking up car hire far quicker.
Is Breda good for a family holiday?
Breda is small and quiet, with family-friendly museums: the Museo Municipal Josep Aragay in the centre and the Museo Etnológico del Montseny about 5 miles away. Montsoriu Castle is close by, and coastal towns are around 11 miles off.