Book a holiday rental in Llambilles, Girona

Why stay in Llambilles?

Llambilles is a small village of around 700 inhabitants in the Gironès comarca, in the province of Girona, about 10 kilometres south of the city. It sits between flat agricultural land and the wooded slopes of the Gavarres massif, with a character that is simultaneously rural and genuinely well-connected. You can be in Girona city centre in under 15 minutes, yet the village itself is quiet: no through traffic, no tourist crowds, just forest tracks, open fields and a slower pace. For guests who want a base that keeps options open, Llambilles works very well. You get the privacy and calm of a rural location in Catalonia without sacrificing access to the coast, the city, or the wider Girona countryside.

Girona old town: cathedral, Jewish quarter and medieval streets

Girona city is 10 minutes from Llambilles, and its historic centre is one of the best-preserved medieval old towns in Catalonia. The Cathedral of Girona dominates the skyline, reached by a broad stone staircase that opens onto one of the finest Romanesque façades in the region. The interior houses one of the widest Gothic naves in the world. Below the cathedral, El Call is the old Jewish quarter, a dense maze of narrow lanes and stone archways dating back to the 9th century. It is one of the most complete Jewish quarters in Europe, with a museum dedicated to the history of Girona's Jewish community housed in the medieval Bonastruc ça Porta centre. Nearby, the Banys Àrabs (Arab Baths) are a remarkably well-preserved set of Romanesque public baths built in 1194, following the layout of Roman thermae and North African hammams, with a beautiful domed undressing room supported by slender columns with decorated capitals. The old town also has the city walls, the colourful houses above the Onyar river, and the Eiffel bridge — a wrought-iron footbridge designed by Gustave Eiffel's company. Girona is easy to explore on foot in half a day, and well worth a full day if you plan to sit down and eat.

Temps de Flors: Girona's annual flower festival

Every May, Girona hosts Temps de Flors, a free nine-day flower festival that transforms the old town into an open-air exhibition. Courtyards, staircases, cathedral cloisters and medieval streets are filled with large-scale floral installations. Over 100 spaces across the Barri Vell take part, and many private courtyards and buildings not normally open to visitors are accessible during the festival. Temps de Flors typically takes place in the second week of May and has been running for over 70 years. It is one of the most visited cultural events in Catalonia and is best seen on a weekday to avoid the weekend crowds. For guests staying in Llambilles during this period, Girona is just a short drive away.

Cycling: Llambilles and the Girona gravel scene

Llambilles is well placed for cycling in several directions. The Vía Verde del Carrilet runs through the village, a flat traffic-free greenway built on the old narrow-gauge railway line. It connects a string of Gironès villages and is ideal for easy rides with children or for guests who want to explore at a relaxed pace without dealing with traffic. For more experienced cyclists, the Gavarres massif offers a network of gravel tracks and unpaved roads through cork oak and pine forest. The terrain is hilly but manageable, with routes of varying length and difficulty accessible directly from the village. It is exactly the kind of riding that has made the Girona province one of the most popular cycling destinations in Europe. Girona city itself is home to a well-established road cycling scene, with many professional cyclists based there year-round. The surrounding roads, from the Rocacorba climb to the rolling lanes of the Empordà, are used by pros and recreational riders alike.

The Traka: Girona's gravel race

Each spring, Girona hosts The Traka, one of Europe's most respected gravel events. Riders choose from distances of 100, 200, 300 and 560 kilometres, all starting and finishing in Girona city. The routes cross the Gavarres, pass through the Empordà and take in tracks across the comarca de la Selva, meaning much of the terrain passes through or close to the Llambilles area. The Traka takes place at the end of April and into early May. It draws amateur and professional riders from across the world, and the event has a relaxed, community-driven feel alongside its competitive elements. For cycling guests staying in Llambilles during this period, the atmosphere in Girona is particularly good.

Hiking in the Gavarres

The Gavarres massif immediately behind Llambilles offers a range of marked hiking trails through forested hills. The landscape is composed largely of cork oaks, pine trees and dense undergrowth, with trails that range from short circular walks to longer routes connecting villages across the massif. The Els Àngels summit, accessible from the Gavarres, offers views across Girona province and down towards the Costa Brava. Spring and autumn are the best seasons for hiking here. Summer mornings are pleasant, though the heat builds quickly by midday. The forest provides shade throughout, making the Gavarres a comfortable walking destination even in warmer months.

Climate in Llambilles and the Girona area

Llambilles has a Mediterranean climate, with warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for outdoor activities, with temperatures typically between 15°C and 22°C and a good mix of clear days and occasional rain. May is a particularly pleasant month, with long daylight hours, flowering countryside and cooler air than July or August. Summer (June to September) is hot and dry, with temperatures regularly reaching 30°C or above during July and August. These months are popular for guests who want beach days on the Costa Brava combined with cooler evenings in the countryside. Winter is mild by northern European standards, with temperatures rarely dropping below 5°C, and the area receives most of its annual rainfall between October and December.

The Costa Brava: within reach for a day trip

The Costa Brava coastline is around 30 to 40 minutes from Llambilles by car. The coves and beaches near Begur, Palafrugell and Tossa de Mar are among the most scenic on the Spanish coast. A day trip to the sea is easily done from a Llambilles base, with the village providing a quieter and more rural alternative to staying on the coast itself.

Our holiday rentals in Llambilles with Els Majordoms

Els Majordoms manages holiday rentals in Llambilles and the surrounding Girona province, with a focus on reliable standards and a smooth guest experience. Properties in the area tend to be rural villas set in private land with outdoor space and open views, well suited to cycling groups, families and guests looking for a quiet Catalan countryside base with easy access to the city.

Guest review

"The location was ideal. Forest right behind the house, Girona city 10 minutes away, and the Costa Brava within easy reach. We cycled the greenway one day, walked the old town the next, and still had time for a beach day."

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