Calonge, Catalonia
Província de Girona · Catalonia · Spain · 10,637 residents · on the coast
Calonge is a seaside small town in Província de Girona, Catalonia, Spain, home to around 10,637 people. There are 7 notable places to see in and around town, including Platja de Torre Valentina and Platja de Sant Antoni. The nearest airport is Girona (GRO), about 24 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Platja de Torre Valentina, Platja de Sant Antoni and Calonge Castle.
- On the coast, with 4 named beaches nearby.
- Easy to reach: Girona (GRO) is 17 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
- Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.
Top sights in Calonge
Ranked by how well known they are.
1beach
2beach
3castle
4castle
5beach
6beach
7castleCastell de Sant Cebrià dels Alls
4 miles from the centre · Photo
cultural property in Cruïlles, Monells i Sant Sadurní de l'Heura, Spain
Tours & tickets in Calonge
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Calonge can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Calonge
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for the warm months.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Calonge and the villages around it is a hire car from Girona (GRO), about 24 min away.
Best time to visit Calonge
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Girona (GRO)17 miles, about 24 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Barcelona (BCN)65 miles, about 1 h 32 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Reus (REU)111 miles, about 2 h 37 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 14 h 40 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Barcelona (58 miles).
Calonge is good for
Around Calonge
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Calonge worth visiting?
Yes. Calonge is known for Platja de Torre Valentina, Platja de Sant Antoni and Calonge Castle, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
How do I get to Calonge from the UK?
Fly to Girona (GRO), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 24 min by road. Barcelona (BCN) is an alternative, 65 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 14 h 40 min.
Is Calonge good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Calonge?
Lloret de Mar (16 miles), Girona (16 miles), Roses (28 miles) and Calella (28 miles) are all within an hour or so.