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Travel advice for Costa Brava

Everything you need to know before you travel

Facts about Costa Brava

Currency

Euro

(EUR)

Language

Spanish

Time zone

GMT +1

Flight duration

2 hours from Gatwick

Best time to go to Costa Brava

In July and August, average temperatures peak at around 28°C. Spring and autumn are warm, although they can bring a few rainy days, especially in October. Winter is generally bright, dry and crisp, with temperatures hovering between 16°C and 22°C.

Passports & Visas

Irish citizens don’t need a visa to enter Spain but must have a valid passport. For the most up-to-date passport and visa info, visit https://www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/a-z-list-of-countries/spain/

Health & Safety

You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you while you’re away. It’s also a good idea to get a European Health Insurance Card – or EHIC – before leaving Ireland. Though it’s not a substitute for travel insurance, it entitles you to emergency medical treatment on the same terms as Spanish nationals. It won’t, however, cover you for medical repatriation, ongoing medical treatment or non-urgent treatment. For the latest health and safety info, visit https://www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/a-z-list-of-countries/spain/

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