Canet de Mar, Catalonia
Província de Barcelona · Catalonia · Spain · 14,123 residents · on the coast
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Castell de Santa Florentina
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Lluís Domènech i Montaner House-Museum
Platja de les Roques BlanquesCanet de Mar is a seaside small town in Província de Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, home to around 14,123 people. There are 5 notable places to see in and around town, including Castell de Santa Florentina and Platja de Canet. The nearest airport is Girona (GRO), about 34 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Castell de Santa Florentina, Platja de Canet and Lluís Domènech i Montaner House-Museum.
- On the coast, with 3 named beaches nearby.
- Best weather from July to August: daytime highs between 28°C and 29°C with little rain.
- Easy to reach: Girona (GRO) is 24 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Canet de Mar
Ranked by how well known they are.
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Platja de Canet
In the centre · Photo
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Lluís Domènech i Montaner House-Museum
In the centre · Photo
museum dedicated to the study of the life and works of architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner
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Platja de les Roques Blanques
1 mile from the centre · Photo
Platja del Pla
beach · In the centre
Tours & tickets in Canet de Mar
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Canet de Mar can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Canet de Mar
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for July to August.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Canet de Mar and the villages around it is a hire car from Girona (GRO), about 34 min away.
Best time to visit Canet de Mar
July to August: daytime highs between 28°C and 29°C with little rain.
- 14°CJan30 mm
- 15°CFeb57 mm
- 17°CMar72 mm
- 19°CApr101 mm
- 21°CMay77 mm
- 25°CJun97 mm
- 28°CJul27 mm
- 29°CAug60 mm
- 25°CSept95 mm
- 23°COct95 mm
- 19°CNov42 mm
- 15°CDec22 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 5°C | 30 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 15°C | 6°C | 57 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 17°C | 9°C | 72 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 19°C | 10°C | 101 mm | 11 h |
| May | 21°C | 13°C | 77 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 25°C | 18°C | 97 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 28°C | 21°C | 27 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 29°C | 21°C | 60 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 25°C | 17°C | 95 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 23°C | 16°C | 95 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 19°C | 11°C | 42 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 15°C | 7°C | 22 mm | 8 h |
Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Getting there from the UK
By air
- Girona (GRO)24 miles, about 34 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Barcelona (BCN)33 miles, about 47 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Reus (REU)80 miles, about 1 h 53 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 3 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Barcelona (26 miles).
Canet de Mar is good for
Around Canet de Mar
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Canet de Mar worth visiting?
Yes. Canet de Mar is known for Castell de Santa Florentina, Platja de Canet and Lluís Domènech i Montaner House-Museum, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.
When is the best time to visit Canet de Mar?
July to August, with daytime highs between 28°C and 29°C with little rain.
How do I get to Canet de Mar from the UK?
Fly to Girona (GRO), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 34 min by road. Barcelona (BCN) is an alternative, 33 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 3 min.
Is Canet de Mar good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Canet de Mar?
Barcelona (26 miles), Lloret de Mar (16 miles), Badalona (20 miles) and Girona (30 miles) are all within an hour or so.