Summer in the Mediterranean Pyrenees means a lot of activities for the whole family !
The Mediterranean Sea reveals all these assets and the Albères, the last foothills of the Pyrenees, offer breathtaking landscapes. Here, nature provides moments of calm contrasting with the summer effervescence of the seaside resorts of Argelès-sur-Mer, Collioure and Banyuls-sur-Mer.
The essentials of summer in the Mediterranean Pyrenees
Nautical activities
Kayaking, diving, paddle, snorkeling, fishing, boat trips...
Our territory offers a whole panoply of nautical activities allowingexplore the riches of the Mediterranean.
Thanks to our partners who accompany you with passion in their activities, the sea and the Catalan coast will no longer hold any secrets for you. Fauna, underwater flora or marine heritage, the Côte Vermeille will reveal itself before your amazed eyes.
The underwater trail
Here is a great opportunity to get to know the Mediterranean flora and fauna! Equipped with a mask, a snorkel and flippers, swim from buoy to buoy meet the marine world and the riches of the Cerbère – Banyuls nature reserve.
Along a marked and secure route, made up of buoys equipped with a handrail and allowing you to rest, explore the small rocky bottoms to discover the beauties of the Mediterranean.
The hike
In summer, the paths of the Côte Vermeille and in particular the coastal path attract many walkers.
During this period, prefer the trails in the hinterland, in the Albères, which are much calmer.
Moreover, here the forest brings shade and coolness that hikers are looking for.
Do not hesitate either to leave early in the morning when the heat is not yet too heavy.
Do not forget however to consult the weather forecast as well as the fire risks and the traffic conditions in the massif.
Swimming in fresh water
Do you want to enjoy a moment of swimming in fresh water?
We tell you all about the swimming possibilities outside the Big Blue.
The surrounding lakes
Lakes of Saint-Jean-Pla-de-Corts
Only 20 minutes from the villages of Albères, these lakes offer multiple activities during the summer season: swimming, walking, fishing, zip line, pedal boats and inflatable games on the water, as well as a water ski lift, a wakepark, a water jump and a fitness trail for the most athletic!
Villeneuve de la Raho Lake
Located in Villeneuve-de-la-Raho, halfway between Elne and Perpignan, this 230 ha body of water is a great alternative for cooling off.
Take a walk around the lake on a course of around 6,7 km or take advantage of the site facilities, such as the fitness areas or pétanque.
Exit bathing in the rivers of Albères
Swimming is prohibited in the various rivers of the Albères. Sometimes these are decisions taken for health reasons and other times for safety reasons.
In addition, it must be recognized that the summer temperatures, which get higher and higher each year, regularly dry up the rivers, leaving only a few mosquito spots in the water.
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Summer entertainment in the Mediterranean Pyrenees
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