Travelling by train or by bus in Girona (Costa Brava) from the holiday home

A sustainable travelling holidays in Girona (Costa Brava).

Taking the train is not only the most scenic way to discover destinations but also one of the most environmentally friendly ways of traveling. It is one of the most ecological and economical means of transport. Do you know that you can arrive in the holiday house Can Xargay by public transport?

We will see in this article that traveling by train or bus can take us easy to many destinations in Girona:

• Dalí Museum (Figueres) by train. It was Dalí himself who planned and designed this theatre-museum. Located in Figueres (Costa Brava), his hometown, Dalí has left his mark in the dreamlike and surrealist atmosphere which encompasses the entire building, and in works as emblematic as Galatea of the Spheres or facilities tailor-made by the artist.

The bus stop is 300 meters from the Can Xargay holiday home. So, you have to take the TEISA bus from the village of Mata to Girona. Then, at Girona station you have to take the train from Girona to Figueres (30 minutes).

• Colera beach (Costa Brava) by train. In Colera, the green of the Albera mountain range gives way to the blue of the Mediterranean. It’s an authentic Costa Brava town, which means there are all sorts of ways to enjoy it. Take note: relax on one of the beaches, go diving, sailing or climb up to the top of Les Orelles de la Mula, a 688-metre vantage point with breathtaking views.

The bus stop is 300 meters from the Can Xargay holiday home. So, you have to take the TEISA bus from the village of Mata to Girona. Then, at Girona station you have to take the train from Girona to Colera (1 hour).

• Barcelona by train. Barcelona is a city with a wide range of original leisure options that encourage you to visit time and time again. Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, and famous for Gaudí and other Art Nouveau architecture, Barcelona is one of Europe’s trendiest cities.

The bus stop is 300 meters from the Can Xargay holiday home. So, you have to take the TEISA bus from the village of Mata to Girona. Then, at Girona station you have to take the train from Girona to Barcelona (30 minutes).

Also, there is the possibility of taking the bus from the village of Mata to Barcelona (1 hour and 45 minutes)

Besides, there are other easy destinations to visit by bus:

• Banyoles. It could be defined as a water city with medieval origins. The history and life of this municipality has always centred around its lake, which, although an outstanding natural phenomenon, is not the only jewel in this city’s crown. The bus stop is 300 meters from the Can Xargay holiday home. So, you have to take the TEISA bus from the village of Mata to Banyoles (5 minutes).
• Besalú. The ancient bridge the Pont Vell, with seven arches and a tower, leads into Besalú, one of the most significant and best preserved mediaeval sites in Catalonia. The bus stop is 300 meters from the Can Xargay holiday home. So, you have to take the TEISA bus from the village of Mata to Besalú (15 minutes).
• Girona. It's an exciting tourist destination, full of history, culture and gastronomic attractions. The bus stop is 300 meters from the Can Xargay holiday home. So, you have to take the TEISA bus from the village of Mata to Girona (30 minutes).
• Castellfollit de la Roca. It's a small village. It is the smallest one in the Garrotxa region and one of the smallest ones in Catalonia. This mediaeval village perches on a 50-meter high cliff of basaltic rock. The bus stop is 300 meters from the Can Xargay holiday home. So, you have to take the TEISA bus from the village of Mata to Castellfollit de la Roca (45 minutes).
• Olot. Do you know of any other city that’s nestled between four volcanoes? Well, Olot is. The capital of Garrotxa certainly deserves to be called the capital of volcanoes. The bus stop is 300 meters from the Can Xargay holiday home. So, you have to take the TEISA bus from the village of Mata to Olot (1 hour and 30 minutes).

Here you have some examples. However, there are other destinations that you can arrive by bus such us L'Escala, La Bisbal d'Empordà, Sant Feliu de Guíxols, Platja d'Aro, Cadaqués...