Sitges, located on the Mediterranean Coast, is one of the most popular gay destinations in Europe. Nestled in between the warm sea and the Garaff mountains, the village enjoys a unique microclimate, affording it more than 300 days of Sunshine per year.
Beaches & Dining
Often touted as the “St Tropez” of Spain, Gay Sitges is an exclusive but not an expensive resort. It has 25 different beaches, 2 of them nudist and the main gay beach is located right in the heart of the village. Dining out is affordable and restaurants are wide and varied, with dishes infused with a mix of French, Catalan and Mediterranean influences.
Village of Festivals
Sitges has more than 36,000 inhabitants, almost a quarter of whom are expats. This population swells to over a hundred thousand per day during major festivals and in the Summer with many day trippers from nearby Barcelona together with guests staying in the Village. Events such as Carnival, Pride, Bears Week Sitges and the Fiesta Mayor fireworks book out well in advance, so you should arrange your accommodation early.
Where to stay?
The village is quite compact and nearly all of the hotels are located less than 10 minutes from the centre of the gay village. Many people choose to stay in an apartment during their stay. There are more than 23 gay bars, as well as several gay and gay friendly restaurants and shops in Sitges, all located within a short walk of each other.
For more detailed information on planning your trip to Sitges, begin with our gay guide.
