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More and more people are choosing to move to the mountains. Mountain towns in Spain offer milder climates, lower property prices, and excellent internet connectivity for those looking to telework.
At Fotocasa, we have analyzed the market to bring you the perfect mountain towns for relocating. We have taken into account property prices, quality of services, connectivity, and, of course, the beauty of their landscapes.
Which is the best mountain town in Spain to move to?
Which are the best towns in Spain to buy a home and live in the mountains?
Spain is one of the most mountainous countries in Europe, with almost half of the mainland covered by mountain ranges and the vast Central Plateau. Thanks to this geographical diversity, there are mountain town options perfect for relocating to suit every lifestyle. In our analysis, we evaluated the top towns based on both quality of life and the average cost of buying a home.
Some of the selected towns in this ranking include Ronda, Capileira, Bocairent, Guadalest, Camprodon, Taüll, and Valldemossa, all of which offer the perfect balance between nature, history, and essential services.
Below, we detail the features of these ten ideal towns to buy a home and live in the mountains.
1. Ronda (Málaga, Andalusia): a mountain town known for its services and famous Tajo gorge
Ronda, Málaga – Getty Images
Perched atop an impressive plateau and just a hour and a half’s drive from the Málaga coast, Ronda stands out as one of the jewels of the Serranía due to its rich history, regional hospital, and educational offering. Ronda is a mountain town perfect for living, not only for its stunning views (the photo speaks for itself), but also for its peaceful pace of life.
The average property price in Ronda stands at €1,696 per square meter as of June 2026, meaning that a typical 80m² home has an estimated cost of €135,699.
2. Capileira (Granada, Andalusia): traditional architecture at the foot of Sierra Nevada
Capileira, Granada – Getty Images
Located in the stunning Poqueira Gorge, this beautiful white mountain village stands out for its whitewashed houses built into the Alpujarra terrain and its hiking trails leading toward the peaks of Mulhacén. An authentic Andalusian town in the heart of the Alpujarra Granadina, ideal for those seeking traditional homes!
The residential market in the province of Granada records an average home cost of €2,499 per square meter, around €199,920 for an 80m² apartment in June 2026, according to Fotocasa data. While this is the average cost for the province, cheaper homes can be found in smaller towns. In Granada towns like Guadix, Loja, or Baza, for example, the average price for an 80 m² home is under €100,000.
3. Bocairent (Valencia, Levante): history carved into the stone of Sierra de Mariola
Bocairent, Valencia – Getty Images
This mountain municipality is famous for its medieval streets carved into rock and its easy road access to inland Valencia and Alicante, surrounded by natural springs and cycling routes.
In the province of Valencia, the average cost to buy a house is €2,536 per square meter, which equals €202,880 for an 80m² home in June 2026, according to Fotocasa data. In areas like Valencia city, square meter prices reach €3,628, while in areas such as l’Ollería or Algemesí, prices hover around €1,058 and €1,184 per square meter respectively, making it possible to buy 80m² homes for under €100,000.
4. Guadalest (Alicante, Levante): the ideal mountain village between the reservoir and the castle
Guadalest, Alicante – Getty Images
Hidden in a rocky valley of the Alicante mountain range, this small mountain village offers spectacular turquoise water landscapes and well-preserved inland tourism, just a short distance from the coast.
Buying a home in the province of Alicante comes with an average cost of €3,204 per square meter, putting a typical 80m² property at €256,320, according to Fotocasa data for June 2026. The most expensive areas are along the coast, such as Calpe (€4,877/m²) or l’Alfàs del Pi (€4,499/m²), whereas inland municipalities like Villena offer prices starting from €977/m² (€78,172 for an 80 m² home).
5. Camprodon (Girona, Catalonia): shopping, snow, and riverside walks in the Eastern Pyrenees
Camprodon, Girona – Getty Images
Located in a valley of the Girona Pyrenees, this picturesque mountain town is famous for its stone bridges, strong residential tradition, and proximity to ski resorts and lush forests.
The average property price in the province of Girona is €3,205 per square meter in June 2026, according to Fotocasa data, bringing the average cost of an 80m² property to €256,400. Coastal areas like Calonge i Sant Antoni reach costs of €4,715/m². However, inland areas like Figueres or Salt record prices of €1,809/m² and €1,543/m² respectively, allowing buyers to find significantly cheaper properties.
6. Taüll (Lleida, Catalonia): World Heritage Romanesque churches high in the mountains
Taüll, Lleida – Getty Images
Located in the Boí Valley, Taüll is the perfect mountain village for outdoor enthusiasts and art lovers, with peaks towering over 3,000 meters in a peaceful rural setting.
In the province of Lleida, house prices are more affordable, averaging €1,743 per square meter, making a standard 80m² apartment cost around €139,440, according to Fotocasa. In towns such as Balaguer, an 80 m² property can cost around €108,878 (€1,361/m²).
7. Valldemossa (Mallorca, Balearic Islands): a green stone refuge in the Tramuntana Mountains
Valldemossa, Mallorca – Getty Images
Surrounded by olive groves and rugged mountains on the island of Mallorca, this mountain village combines the tranquility of traditional stone architecture with close proximity to Mediterranean coves.
Located in the Balearic Islands, the province records the highest average price at €5,441 per square meter in June 2026, pushing an 80m² home to €435,280, according to Fotocasa data. However, inland towns in Mallorca offer more moderate prices. For instance, Manacor records a square meter price of €3,284, working out to around €262,737 for an 80 m² apartment.
8. Albarracín (Teruel, Aragon): total serenity amid ancient walls and rock canyons
Albarracín, Teruel – Getty Images
Frequently voted among the most beautiful mountain villages in Spain, Albarracín stands out for its narrow, reddish-hued streets along the Guadalaviar River and its peaceful seclusion in the mountain range.
In the province of Teruel, buying a home is among the most affordable options, averaging €1,176 per square meter, which amounts to €94,080 for an 80m² house, according to Fotocasa data for June 2026.
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