Sant Pol de Mar, Catalonia
Província de Barcelona · Catalonia · Spain · 5,076 residents · on the coast
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Església de Sant Pol
Platja de Can Villar del Grau
platja de les Escaletes
platja de les BarquesSant Pol de Mar is a seaside small town in Província de Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, home to around 5,076 people. There are 8 notable places to see in and around town, including Platja de la Murtra and Església de Sant Pol. The nearest airport is Girona (GRO), about 32 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Platja de la Murtra, Església de Sant Pol and Platja de Can Villar del Grau.
- On the coast, with 7 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 22 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Sant Pol de Mar
Ranked by how well known they are.
1beach- 2monastery
- 3beach
Platja de Can Villar del Grau
In the centre · Photo
- 4beach
- 5beach
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6beach
7beach
8beach
Tours & tickets in Sant Pol de Mar
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Sant Pol de Mar can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Sant Pol 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 Sant Pol de Mar and the villages around it is a hire car from Girona (GRO), about 32 min away.
Best time to visit Sant Pol 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)22 miles, about 32 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Barcelona (BCN)35 miles, about 50 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Reus (REU)81 miles, about 1 h 56 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 2 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Barcelona (28 miles).
Sant Pol de Mar is good for
Around Sant Pol de Mar
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Sant Pol de Mar worth visiting?
Yes. Sant Pol de Mar is known for Platja de la Murtra, Església de Sant Pol and Platja de Can Villar del Grau, 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 Sant Pol de Mar?
July to August, with daytime highs between 28°C and 29°C with little rain.
How do I get to Sant Pol de Mar from the UK?
Fly to Girona (GRO), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 32 min by road. Barcelona (BCN) is an alternative, 35 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 2 min.
Is Sant Pol 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 Sant Pol de Mar?
Barcelona (28 miles), Lloret de Mar (14 miles), Badalona (22 miles) and Girona (28 miles) are all within an hour or so.