Property for Sale in Tossa de Mar, Costa Brava

Tossa de Mar is one of the most recognisable towns on the Costa Brava, famous for its Vila Vella, a medieval walled old town with towers and a lighthouse on a rocky headland above the bay. Below it lies the Platja Gran, a curved sandy beach backed by a promenade, and small coves lie to either side.

Artists and film-makers have long been drawn here. The painter Marc Chagall spent time in Tossa in the 1930s, and the town is also remembered for Ava Gardner, who filmed here in 1950, with a statue honouring her beside the old town walls. The mixture of heritage, scenery and village atmosphere has kept its charm.

Buyers include British, Dutch, German and Scandinavian owners as well as Catalans from Barcelona, who are about an hour away. Tossa is a small, walkable town, so apartments and homes close to the old town and the beach are always in demand.

Why buy property in Tossa de Mar?

Tossa de Mar combines heritage and seaside living in a compact setting. Reasons buyers choose it:

• The Vila Vella – a medieval walled town above the sea.
• Sandy beach and coves including the Platja Gran and Mar Menuda.
• Walks and hills – coastal paths and wooded slopes surround the town.
• Culture and festivals in the old town through the year.
• Barcelona within reach by road, making it practical for second homes.

Living in Tossa de Mar

The town centre is small and walkable, with narrow streets of shops and restaurants between the beach and the Vila Vella. In summer it is busy; in winter it quietens but remains inhabited. Daily services are available in the town, and a larger range is found in Lloret de Mar and Sant Feliu de Guíxols.

Several beaches lie within a short walk or drive. Platja Gran is the main one, with Mar Menuda a smaller bay beside it, and coves such as Cala Pola and Giverola are reached by road or the coastal path. The roads to and from Tossa wind along the cliffs, which gives superb views but can be slow in peak season.

Girona–Costa Brava airport is around 45 minutes away by road, and Barcelona's airport is roughly an hour and a quarter. Nearby is the large resort of Lloret de Mar and the traditional port of Sant Feliu de Guíxols. See also Girona province.

Because the old town and the beach are so central to Tossa's appeal, it helps to plan your search around walking distance. Apartments near the Platja Gran and the foot of the Vila Vella are convenient but can be noisy in high season. Homes on the slopes behind offer calmer evenings and views of the walls, but involve steps and hills. A little further along the coast, quieter areas such as Cala Pola and Giverola feel more like retreats. Choose according to whether you value life in the middle of things or a peaceful distance from it.

Types of property in Tossa de Mar

The market includes town apartments and hillside villas.

• Apartments in the centre and near the beach, some with sea views.
• Townhouses in and around the old streets.
• Villas on the hills surrounding the bay, many with pools.
• Properties near Cala Pola and Giverola for quieter settings.
• New-build homes in limited numbers.

Buying property in Tossa de Mar

Overseas buyers need an NIE (Spanish foreigner's tax number) before signing anything, and a local bank account makes utilities and taxes far easier. Budget for transfer tax or VAT, notary and land-registry fees on top of the price.

• Hire an independent lawyer who works for you, not for the seller or the agent.
• Ask for the nota simple from the land registry to confirm ownership and any mortgage or charge.
• Check the habitability certificate and energy certificate are in order.
• Ask what the community fees and annual property tax (IBI) come to.

Finding an estate agency in Tossa de Mar

Instead of visiting agency websites one by one, use the agencies covering Tossa de Mar on CostaFind. Every agency is verified, and every property is listed once, which makes it easy to compare who offers what and to contact the agency that suits you.

Frequently asked questions about Tossa de Mar

Is Tossa de Mar good for year-round living?

Yes, though it is quiet in winter. The town has basic services all year, with larger ones in nearby Lloret de Mar.

What types of property are available in Tossa de Mar?

Apartments and hillside villas are the most common types, with some townhouses in the old town area.

How far is Tossa de Mar from the airport?

Girona–Costa Brava airport is around 45 minutes away by road, and Barcelona El Prat about an hour and a quarter.

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