Stroll from one village to another

Explore the villages of our destination: on the shores of the Mediterranean, with the Canigou in the background or at the foot of the Pyrenees, each one is a nugget full of attractions and surprises!
Authentic

Cerbère

A place of passage, hope, and freedom... The southernmost port of continental France, at the gateway to Spain, the village is revealed through a rugged coastal landscape that ends in the blue waters of the Mediterranean. Arrange with oranges and lemons... The international station impresses with its monumental space, its...
The city of Venus

Port-Vendres

Adorned with such an enigmatic name, the latter invites you to contemplate while strolling along the quays of its port. The latter, symbol of its glory and its development since Antiquity, is synonymous with life, inspiration, war, conquest... The obelisk dedicated to Louis XVI, which brings together young and old...
The majestic

Elne

Illibéris, the original name of Elne, has been a land of unparalleled historical richness since antiquity. The 11th-century cathedral, a majestic vestige of the ancient episcopal city, is visible from the sea and dominates the plain. Its cloister brings together a succession of medieval and Gothic sculptures in a luxuriant flowering of original themes. Fortified enclosure, towers, city gates and...
Solar by nature

Sorède

A dynamic village that has managed to preserve its charm and authenticity, Sorède is located in a green setting. It will surprise you with the unsuspected wealth of heritage sites! Want to escape and get away from it all? The nature walks along the Tassio are aimed at walkers, while the Happy Valley and the Lavail Valley are...
The medieval

Saint-André

Saint-André is a pretty Catalan village located in the northern foothills of the Albères mountains. Close to the lively beaches of Argelès-sur-Mer and the gateway to a rich hinterland at the foot of the Albères massif, the village of Saint-André is a charming and peaceful stopover. An ideal setting, with the beauty of the...
millennial treasure

Saint-Genis-des-Fontaines

A peaceful village located 15 minutes from the Côte Vermeille, Saint-Genis-des-Fontaines is home to a true treasure trove of cultural heritage. It houses one of the oldest written traces of Romanesque art: the lintel (early 11th century) of its Saint-Michel abbey church (8th century). The village also preserves an impressive cloister, a true haven of peace and...
The eco

Bages

Nestled in the heart of Roussillon, the lively town of Bages perpetuates an ancestral winemaking tradition. Boasting a privileged location between the sea and the mountains, it is home to several renowned wineries. They offer high-quality wines made from century-old grape varieties, enhanced by the generous Mediterranean sunshine. The astonishing Casa Carrère… Born from the imagination of a talented...
The village spirit

Villelongue-dels-Monts

Typical village in the foothills of the Albères, marked by history, Villelongue-dels-Monts offers visitors a stay between quiet charm and discovery! Its territory stretches from the Massif des Albères in the south to the Tech river in the north and culminates in peak of Aureille at more than 1000 meters of altitude. The church dedicated to Saint-Etienne is in the classic style of art...
land of sun

Ortaffa

Land of sun, wind, and history... Stroll through the steep, narrow streets of Ortaffa, which has preserved beautiful traces of its past. Discover its civil bell tower, built between 1898 and 1900 for the Paris World's Fair. It was inspired by the Eiffel Tower and is one of its symbolic monuments. Some vestiges...
The sportswoman

Montesquieu-des-Albères

A small, atypical town, Montesquieu-des-Albères is located in the foothills of the Albères massif and boasts a truly village-like heart. Explore the historical and themed hiking trails of Montesquieu-des-Albères. As you walk, you'll be charmed by the springs and fountains that mark your route. Take the opportunity to cross this natural barrier, the...
The glass palace

Palau del Vidre

A glass village since the XNUMXth century, Palau-del-Vidre invites you to discover this age-old know-how and opens the doors to its impressive heritage! The Sainte Marie de l'Assomption church, completely renovated, conceals many treasures. Two Gothic altarpieces from the XNUMXth century, a Renaissance altarpiece, rare objects, the mysterious Opening Virgin, the...
Absolute

Collioure

Jewel of the Rocky Coast, Pearl of the Vermeille Coast, City of Painters… There is no shortage of qualifiers to talk about Collioure. Nestled in a bay where the Pyrenees chain plunges into the waters of the Mediterranean, Collioure illuminates the Catalan coast with its shimmering colors. Its heritage, its landscapes and its position...
The luminous

Banyuls-sur-Mer

Classified as a seaside resort, Banyuls-sur-Mer seduces with its typical vineyard landscapes, its preserved traditional architecture, as well as its pebble beach which ends with its marina. Banyuls and the artist Maillol A world-famous vineyard An exceptional vineyard, tended by humans for centuries, the Banyuls vineyard always amazes visitors....
The natural

Argelès-sur-Mer

The listed resort of Argelès-sur-Mer owes its name to the clay soil (Argila in Catalan) on which it was built. This city of the 10th century extends over nearly 7 kilometers along the Mediterranean Sea: 2 kilometers of sandy coast - from the Natural Reserve of Mas Larrieu to Racou - extend XNUMX...
The hiking stopover

Laroque-des-Albères

Nestled in the foothills of the Albères mountains, Laroque-des-Albères offers an idyllic setting between unspoiled nature and rich historical heritage. This charming Catalan village, located a few kilometers from Spain and the Mediterranean, is a perfect destination for lovers of hiking, history, and local gastronomy. Laroque, between history and nature... To immerse yourself in...
Banyuls sur Mer Cerbère Port-Vendres Collioure Laroque Albères Argeles on sea Villelongue of the Monts Sorède Saint Genis Fountains Saint Andre Palau del Vidre Ortaffa Bages Elne Montesquieu Albères Location map of the Pyrénées Méditerranée inter-municipal tourist office

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Take a breath of fresh air and colors in your eyes! On foot, by bike, on or under water… the choice is yours, according to your inspiration!
Easy level

Voie verte Port-Vendres / Paulilles

Very difficult level

Les Balcons de Sorède au départ de Lavail

Difficult level

De Laroque au Pic Néoulous et au Col de l’Ouillat

Intermediate

La Retirada et les chemins de l’Exil

Easy level

Eurovélo 8 Tranche Sorède / Argelès-sur-Mer

Festival du film d’Archéologie sous-marine Escale à Port-Vendres

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Underwater Archaeology Film Festival

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Underwater Archaeology Film Festival

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