There are moments when all you feel like doing is slowing down. Walking without looking at the clock, having breakfast outdoors, breathing deeply and letting the landscape set the pace of the day.

Girona is one of the best places to do so. The combination of the Costa Brava, the Pyrenees and the inland area makes it possible to enjoy a peaceful holiday surrounded by nature, charming villages and authentic experiences.

If you are looking for a getaway to switch off, here you will find hidden coves, paths through forests, cycling routes, medieval villages and campsites where you can wake up to birdsong instead of the noise of the city.

Because sometimes the best plan is to have no plan at all.

Why is Girona an ideal destination for a peaceful holiday?

Not every holiday is about filling your schedule with activities. More and more people are looking for a different way to travel: discovering a region without rushing, connecting with nature and enjoying the little moments.

This is the spirit of slow tourism, a way of understanding travel that prioritises quality over quantity. More time to walk, contemplate a landscape, talk to local people or savour the local cuisine.

The Costa Brava and the Girona Pyrenees are ideal for this type of getaway thanks to their wide variety of landscapes. In less than an hour, you can go from a peaceful cove at the foot of a cliff to a beech forest, a medieval village or a Pyrenean valley.

Ideas for enjoying a relaxing holiday between the sea and the mountains

Walking along the Camí de Ronda without rushing

There are few more enjoyable ways to discover the Costa Brava than on foot.

The Camí de Ronda runs along much of the Girona coastline and connects coves, viewpoints and small fishing villages via paths beside the sea.

Sections such as S’Agaró – Sa Conca, Calella de Palafrugell – Llafranc and Roses – Cala Montjoi invite you to walk at your own pace, stopping whenever the landscape calls for it.

There is no need to complete long routes. Sometimes, just an hour’s walk is enough to reconnect.

Discovering charming villages

A peaceful getaway also means getting lost among cobbled streets.

Pals, Peratallada, Monells, Beget, Santa Pau and Cadaqués are some of Girona’s most charming villages for enjoying a peaceful getaway. Strolling through their streets, stepping into a small shop or sitting on a terrace is a different way to discover the region.

These are places that invite you to let the hours stretch out without having to rush.

Cycling along the Greenways

The Greenways of Girona offer a comfortable and sustainable way to discover the landscape.

Following former railway lines, these routes cross forests, fields, villages and natural areas with gentle gradients, making them ideal both for families and for anyone who simply wants to enjoy a peaceful ride.

The Carrilet Greenway, between Olot and Girona, is one of the best known and allows you to discover some of the most characteristic landscapes of La Garrotxa and Vall d’en Bas.

Finding a cove where time stands still

The Costa Brava is known for its beaches, but it also hides small coves where it is still possible to enjoy the sea in peace.

Walking there, listening only to the waves and swimming in clear waters are among those little pleasures that make a getaway special.

If you go first thing in the morning or outside the busiest months, the sense of tranquillity is even greater.

Breathing fresh air in the Girona Pyrenees

When the heat intensifies, the mountains become a natural refuge.

The Girona Pyrenees offer forests, rivers, alpine meadows and villages where the pace of life is completely different.

You can spend the day on a gentle walk, discover small Romanesque churches, stroll through the streets of Camprodon or simply read a book in the shade of the trees.

Sometimes, resting is also an activity.

Discovering the region through its gastronomy

Holidays are also remembered for their flavours. Local markets, small producers, traditional restaurants, wineries and cheese dairies allow you to discover Girona from a different perspective.

In Empordà, wine forms part of the landscape. In La Garrotxa, gastronomy is closely linked to local, seasonal produce.

Taking the time to enjoy a good meal is also part of the journey.

Campsites that invite you to switch off

A peaceful getaway depends not only on the destination, but also on the accommodation.

Sleeping surrounded by nature, having breakfast outdoors or ending the day watching the sunset from your pitch or the terrace of a bungalow completely transforms the experience.

That is why Girona campsites are the ideal starting point for discovering the region without rushing.

Many are located beside the sea, surrounded by forests or very close to the main natural areas, making it possible to combine relaxing days with short excursions, gastronomy and outdoor activities.

Find the campsite that best suits your pace

Everyone understands a peaceful holiday differently. For some, it means waking up beside the sea; for others, getting lost among forests, enjoying a wellness treatment or discovering the region through its gastronomy.

To make your choice easier, Girona Campsites have different seals that help you find the experience that best matches your travel style.

Pure Camping: the essence of an unhurried holiday

If you are looking to truly switch off, campsites with the Pure Camping seal are an excellent option.

These are smaller campsites where tranquillity, nature and the essence of camping take centre stage. With limited capacity, they offer spaces designed for enjoying silence, privacy and a much slower pace.

Here, every detail invites you to pause: from outdoor relaxation areas to a commitment to local gastronomy and a way of understanding holidays that is closer to slow tourism.

For anyone who wants to reconnect with nature and enjoy every moment without rushing, Pure Camping campsites are the ideal starting point.

Wellness: time to take care of yourself

If switching off means slowing down, resting and making time for yourself, campsites with the Wellness seal are an ideal option.

At these establishments, you will find spaces designed for wellbeing, where relaxation and nature complement each other to turn your holiday into an opportunity to reconnect with yourself.

Sometimes, the best memory of a trip is not a photograph, but the feeling of calm you bring home.

Land of Wines: discovering the region with a glass in hand

A peaceful getaway can also be a gastronomic getaway.

Campsites with the Land of Wines seal are an excellent starting point for discovering DO Empordà wines, visiting wineries, meeting local producers and enjoying a landscape shaped over centuries by vine cultivation.

A leisurely way to discover the region, letting each glass tell part of its story.

Green Life: a holiday that is more respectful of the environment

If you are looking for a more conscious way to travel, look for campsites with the Green Life seal.

This distinction identifies campsites that work to use natural resources more efficiently, promote good environmental practices and encourage a more respectful relationship with the environment.

Choosing a campsite with this seal is a simple way to help preserve the landscapes that have made the Costa Brava and the Girona Pyrenees a unique destination.

Open 365: discovering Girona outside the main season

Tranquillity also has its own calendar.

If you prefer to avoid the crowds, campsites with the Open 365 seal allow you to discover Girona throughout the year.

Spring and autumn are especially pleasant for walking along the Camí de Ronda, cycling the Greenways, visiting medieval villages or enjoying the local gastronomy at a much slower pace.

For many people, these are the ideal seasons for enjoying a peaceful holiday.

This holiday, let the landscape set the pace

There is no single way to switch off. For some, it is walking beside the sea as the sun rises over the Mediterranean. For others, it is breathing the fresh Pyrenean air, discovering a small charming village, reading in the shade of a forest or sharing a glass of wine at sunset.

Girona offers countless corners where the rush disappears and every day is experienced from a different perspective. And Girona Campsites are the best starting point for discovering them.

Whether beside the sea or surrounded by mountains, staying at a campsite allows you to experience the region from within, with the freedom to decide what you want to do… or simply to do nothing.

Because what we often remember is not everything we did, but how we felt while we were experiencing it.

Frequently asked questions about peaceful holidays in Girona

When is the best time to enjoy a peaceful holiday in Girona?

Spring and autumn are ideal for avoiding crowds and enjoying mild temperatures. Even so, summer also offers many peaceful places, especially in the Pyrenees and inland areas.

Where can I find peaceful places on the Costa Brava?

Sections of the Camí de Ronda, coves accessible on foot, small fishing villages and certain natural areas allow you to discover a more peaceful Costa Brava, especially if you visit them first thing in the morning or outside the high season.

What type of campsite is best for a relaxing holiday?

It depends on what you are looking for. Campsites with seals such as Pure Camping, Wellness, Green Life, Land of Wines and Open 365 offer experiences designed for anyone who wants to switch off, enjoy nature and discover the region at a relaxed pace.

Is it possible to combine the sea and the mountains in the same getaway?

Yes. One of Girona’s great attractions is the proximity between the Costa Brava, the inland area and the Pyrenees, making it possible to combine beaches, charming villages and mountain landscapes in the same trip.

Why is staying at a campsite a good option for switching off?

Because it allows you to be in direct contact with nature, slow down the pace of everyday life and discover the region from a peaceful setting, with the freedom to organise each day as you wish.