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Saint John's Day: A celebration in the Catalan Country
When the shortest night of the year is illuminated on June 23rd, Palau-del-Vidre awakens the Catalan soul. From the flame brought from the Canigou mountain to the sardana dance circles, the Feast of Saint John brings together all generations in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, filled with living traditions, sharing, and village spirit. Tradition and light: The Feast of Saint John in Palau-del-Vidre...
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Sound journey to the cloister of Saint-Genis-des-Fontaines
Here, in our region where the Pyrenees meet the Mediterranean, there are moments that escape the hustle and bustle of the coast in summer. Precious interludes where time seems to stand still, where nature, history, and emotions intertwine harmoniously. A sonic immersion in a place steeped in history. It is in this...
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Palau Lake Captain for a Day
The little Sunday outing… Today, I decided to take my little family to Lake Palau-del-Vidre! As we have just finished a family meal a little longer than normal, I want to find an activity that is quick enough to do, but that appeals to both adults and children. Since last year,...
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On the trail of “The Treasure Map”!
Cyril Féraud invited us to a new episode of “La Carte aux trésors” on Wednesday, August 21st, to discover the treasures of the Mediterranean Pyrenees! Between the sea and the mountains, the two candidates traveled from Elne in the north to the Spanish border in the south, passing through Argelès-sur-Mer, Port-Vendres...
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Walk “Legends and folk tales of the Albères”
New for 2024! This outing offered in Sorède is a captivating adventure that combines the natural beauty of the region with the richness of its folklore. We had the chance to live this experience among friends with our children aged 10, 11 and 12. Our guide immersed us in the history and...
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Our volunteers in the spotlight!
Thursday, November 30, 2023, the 2nd Volunteer Day was held in Sorède. During its events, the Tourist Office regularly works with local volunteers: heritage and hiking associations, etc. By organizing this annual day, we would like to thank all our partners for all this time and valuable skills. who bring life...
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A look back at the “Spring Mar i Munt Week”
The Mar i Munt Week 2023 Edition took place from April 22nd to 30th under the theme “Come celebrate the arrival of spring!” A great opportunity to (re)activate yourself with the many 100% #PyMed activities and thus take a deep breath of fresh air, so sweet in the Mediterranean Pyrenees! There were many of you, young and old,...
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Towards a reduction of plastic waste
2 alarming observations in the Pyrénées-Orientales: 80% of waste at sea is of land origin and 80% of it is plastic. The Pyrénées Méditerranée Tourist Office wishes to act at its level by reducing its own plastic waste and by raising public awareness of this cause. Plastic is enough! The Pyrenees Mediterranean Tourist Office...
