La Jonquera

City in Girona, Spain

Overview

La Jonquera is a small but dynamic border town in Girona, Spain, known for its lively commercial scene and its role as a gateway between Spain and France. The town blends local Catalan traditions with the lively tempo of cross-border activity, offering both cultural authenticity and convenience.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Girona
Population
3,408
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
42.45°, 2.89°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
60
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$1,512
Local Cost
$1,030
Local Income
$1,450
Cashless
50
English
35
Temperature
15.6°C
Summer Avg
23.0°C
Winter Avg
8.9°C
Record High
35.6°C
Record Low
-3.8°C
Humidity
72%
Precipitation
584 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
PGF
Distance
33 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.