Start Driving in GironaGirona, Spain’s historic city on the Onyar River in Catalonia, blends medieval architecture with a lively modern rhythm in a compact riverside setting. Around 100,000 residents live among narrow cobbled streets, the grand Girona Cathedral, and colorful houses that line the waterfront, all framed by the nearby Pyrenees and easy access to the Costa Brava coast. The well‑preserved old town, with its Romanesque and Gothic landmarks and the former Jewish quarter, draws visitors who enjoy strolling through atmospheric alleys, browsing local cafés, and exploring museums and galleries. Girona’s strong Catalan identity shows in its language, festivals, and food scene, where Catalan‑style dishes meet trendy bistros and pastry shops, making it both a cultural hub and a relaxed base for day trips into the mountains or along the Mediterranean shore.
