Other Services and Amenities
- Table Tennis Spots
- Zona Esportiva Sa Fontansa
- Language Classes
- Escola d'Adults de Palafrugell (Catalan and Spanish courses)
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Correos (Post Office) on Carrer de la Creu
- Tech Repair Services
- Informàtica Palafrugell (nearby) for laptop/phone repairs
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Biblioteca Salvador Raurich (Carrer del Casino)
- Community Centers
- Espai Mas d'en Pinc (Carmen Amaya's former house, now a cultural center)
- Gaming Lounges
- None in Begur; found in Girona city center
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino Peralada (45 mins away in a medieval castle)
Essentials
- City
- Begur, Girona, Catalonia, Spain
- Population
- 3,950 (increases significantly in summer)
- Internet Speed
- Fiber optic widely available, average 300 Mbps - 600 Mbps
- Currency & Banking
- 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks include CaixaBank and BBVA on Carrer de la Creu
- Tap Water
- Drinkable, but high mineral content; locals often use filters or buy bottled water
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets
- SIM Card
- Movistar, Vodafone, and Orange; available at shops in nearby Palafrugell
- Banking for Expats
- Revolut, N26 (widely used), and Sabadell for local accounts
- Accommodation
- Boutique hotels like Hotel Aiguaclara, and villa rentals via local agencies like Domus Begur
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, credit cards accepted in almost all restaurants and shops
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb and VRBO; expect €1,200 - €2,000/month in off-season (March)
- Budget Accommodation
- Hostal Sa Rascassa (€90/night) or nearby hostels in Palamós
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Old Town (Begur Center) for history; Sa Tuna or Aiguablava for beach access
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Town Center for walking access to cafes and services; Esclanyà for quieter, cheaper long-term stays
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Coworking Begur (Carrer Nou) - roughly €15/day or €150/month
- Best Cafe for Work
- Cofee & Cake Begur (Plaça de la Vila) - quiet mornings, good WiFi
- Networking Events
- Monthly 'Empordà Tech' meetups in nearby Palamós or Girona
- Social Events for Expats
- Costa Brava Nomads & Expats Facebook Group; Friday night drinks at Plaça de la Vila
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- No Uber/Bolt; use Taxi Begur (+34 972 622 173)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Bike Begur (Carrer de Sant Pere) - E-bikes from €35/day
- Best Beach Nearby
- Cala Sa Tuna (2km from center), Platja d'Aiguablava
- Top Regional Airline
- Vueling (operating out of Barcelona BCN or Girona GRO)
- Top International Airline
- Iberia, Lufthansa, Ryanair
- Highway Access
- AP-7 Motorway (Autopista del Mediterráneo) accessible via C-31
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Flaçà Train Station (25 mins drive) for MD/Regional trains to Barcelona
- Public Transport Passes
- Sarfa Bus (Moventis) for regional travel; T-10 casual multi-journey tickets
- Regional Travel
- Sarfa Bus to Palafrugell, Girona, and Barcelona (Estació del Nord)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Hospital de Palamós (15 mins away) - Carrer de l'Hospital, 36
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Espai Ganesha (Begur Center) - Hatha and Vinyasa classes
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Piscina Municipal de Begur - features a gym and indoor pool
- Laundry Services
- Bugaderia Begur (Carrer de la Creu) - self-service and service wash
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Glovo (limited options in Begur, more in Palafrugell)
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Arros a la Pals (Rice with seafood from the nearby Pals wetlands)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Turandot (Carrer de l'Hostalillo) - high quality seasonal veg options
- Best Dessert Spots
- Pastisseria Pi (Plaça de la Vila) - try the 'Bracet de Begur'
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Supermercat Jàper (Carrer de la Creu) for local goods
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.es (Prime delivery usually takes 24-48 hours)
- Grocery Delivery
- Mercadona or Carrefour via their respective mobile apps
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Plaça de la Vila for evening gin tonics; El Petit de Begur
- Local Brewery
- Dos Kiwis Brewing (nearby in Gaüses/Rupià)
- Wine Bars
- La Bodega de Begur - excellent selection of DO Empordà wines
- Street Food Stalls
- Begur Weekly Market (Wednesdays) - rotisserie chicken and local olives
- Popular International Cuisine
- Pizzeria el Racó de Sa Riera for Italian
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Castell de Begur (Medieval castle with 360-degree views)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Fundació Vila Casas in neighboring Palafrugell (Contemporary Sculpture)
- Historical Sites
- Indianos Houses (19th-century colonial architecture throughout the town)
- Religious Sites
- Església de Sant Pere (Gothic style church in main square)
- Annual Events
- Fira d'Indians (September - celebrates ties with Cuba)
- Cultural Districts
- The 'Indianos' route through the town center
- Theater Venues
- Cinema Casino Espai Cultural
- Local Markets
- Weekly Market every Wednesday morning on Avinguda Onze de Setembre
- Music Scene
- Festival de Música de Begur (Summer concert series)
- Street Art
- Limited; focus is on preserved colonial architecture
- Cooking Classes
- Escola de Cuina de l'Empordà (Nearby in Figueres/Girona)
- Art Galleries
- Galeria d'Art Contemporani (Carrer de Vera)
- Historic Buildings
- Torre de Sant Ramon (16th-century defense tower)
- Local Heritage
- The 'Camí de Ronda' coastal paths used historically for smuggling/patrol
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Les Gavarres mountain range for hiking and mountain biking
- National Parks Nearby
- Parc Natural del Montgrí, les Illes Medes i el Baix Ter (20 mins away)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Camí de Ronda (coastal path connecting all coves)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Mirador de Sant Ramon for sunset views over the Pyrenees
- Birdwatching Locations
- Aiguamolls de l'Empordà National Park (35 mins away)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Strictly regulated; only allowed in designated BBQ zones like Font de la Salut
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €4,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €180,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €3,000 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €120,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €4,200 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €252,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €2,800 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €168,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €4,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €320,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €2,600 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €208,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 25% (Standard rate in Spain)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 19% - 26% depending on the amount
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for residents (>183 days)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- Approx. 47% - 50% (varies by region/Catalonia)
- VAT
- 21% (IVA)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, applicable to Spanish residents with foreign entities
- Property Tax
- IBI (Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles) - annual municipal tax
- Property Transaction Tax
- 10% ITP (Transfer Tax) for resale properties in Catalonia
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Beckham Law (24% flat rate for 6 years) or the Spanish Digital Nomad Visa tax perks