Santa Susanna, Catalonia
Província de Barcelona · Catalonia · Spain · 3,019 residents · on the coast
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Santa Susanna is a seaside village in Província de Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, home to around 3,019 people. There are 4 notable places to see in and around town, including Platja de les Dunes and platja de Llevant. The nearest airport is Girona (GRO), about 27 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.
Why go
- Sights worth the trip: Platja de les Dunes, platja de Llevant and Platja de les “Caletes”.
- On the coast, with 4 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 19 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
Top sights in Santa Susanna
Ranked by how well known they are.
Tours & tickets in Santa Susanna
Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Santa Susanna can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.
See tours & tickets (opens GetYourGuide in a new tab)Where to stay in Santa Susanna
Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for July to August.
Hire a car
The easiest way to reach Santa Susanna and the villages around it is a hire car from Girona (GRO), about 27 min away.
Best time to visit Santa Susanna
July to August: daytime highs between 28°C and 29°C with little rain.
- 14°CJan19 mm
- 15°CFeb49 mm
- 17°CMar46 mm
- 19°CApr68 mm
- 21°CMay50 mm
- 25°CJun74 mm
- 28°CJul16 mm
- 29°CAug55 mm
- 25°CSept76 mm
- 23°COct105 mm
- 18°CNov39 mm
- 15°CDec18 mm
Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.
Full monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14°C | 5°C | 19 mm | 8 h |
| Feb | 15°C | 6°C | 49 mm | 9 h |
| Mar | 17°C | 9°C | 46 mm | 10 h |
| Apr | 19°C | 10°C | 68 mm | 11 h |
| May | 21°C | 13°C | 50 mm | 12 h |
| Jun | 25°C | 18°C | 74 mm | 12 h |
| Jul | 28°C | 21°C | 16 mm | 13 h |
| Aug | 29°C | 21°C | 55 mm | 12 h |
| Sept | 25°C | 17°C | 76 mm | 10 h |
| Oct | 23°C | 16°C | 105 mm | 9 h |
| Nov | 18°C | 11°C | 39 mm | 7 h |
| Dec | 15°C | 6°C | 18 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)19 miles, about 27 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Barcelona (BCN)40 miles, about 57 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
- Reus (REU)87 miles, about 2 h 4 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
By car and ferry
Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Barcelona (34 miles).
Santa Susanna is good for
Around Santa Susanna
Towns and villages within an hour or so.
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Questions people ask
Is Santa Susanna worth visiting?
Yes. Santa Susanna is known for Platja de les Dunes, platja de Llevant and Platja de les “Caletes”, 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 Santa Susanna?
July to August, with daytime highs between 28°C and 29°C with little rain.
How do I get to Santa Susanna from the UK?
Fly to Girona (GRO), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 27 min by road. Barcelona (BCN) is an alternative, 40 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h.
Is Santa Susanna good for families?
Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.
What is near Santa Susanna?
Barcelona (33 miles), Lloret de Mar (8 miles), Badalona (27 miles) and Girona (25 miles) are all within an hour or so.