Here, the Pyrenees meet the Mediterranean… and invite you to take your time!
Walking between sea and mountain, cycling from village to village, meeting a producer, tasting local products, observing without disturbing, sometimes leaving the car behind… There are a thousand ways to enjoy Pyrénées Méditerranée while taking care of what makes our territory so precious.
Explore some simple ideas and tips for a holiday that's good for you and the environment.
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🌿 Discover without disturbing
From the Albères to the Mediterranean, nature is everywhere… and sometimes more fragile than it looks.
On the trails, along the coastline, or underwater, take the time to observe your surroundings. Stay on marked paths, keep your distance from animals, leave flowers and plants where they grow, and take your trash with you. A few simple actions are enough to enjoy these spaces while preserving them.
And because here, the sun and the tramontane wind are also part of the scenery, Remember to check the access conditions to the mountain ranges before heading out on your hike., particularly during periods of fire risk.
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🚲 Moving differently
Whether on foot, by bike or by train, the journey is also part of the trip.
Following a small road by bike, reaching a village on foot, traveling along the coast by train or simply leaving the car at rest for a day… Here, it is possible to vary the ways of getting around and to discover the territory at a different pace.
Take the time to look at the scenery, to stop along the way and to enjoy the journey as much as the destination.
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🥾 Simply take your time
What if holidays were precisely the opportunity to slow down?
Going on foot along the trails, hopping on a bike, discovering the landscapes on horseback or at the pace of a carriage ride… so many ways to enjoy the great outdoors and explore Pyrénées Méditerranée at your own pace.
Everyone has their own way of taking their time!
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🍇 Taste the territory
Discovering the Pyrenees Mediterranean destination also means tasting it!
Strolling through a market, pushing open the door of a producer, meeting a winemaker, choosing a fish caught on our coasts or sitting down to a meal with Catalan accents… The flavors of here tell the story of the territory as much as its landscapes.
Choosing local and seasonal products means treating yourself while discovering local know-how.
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🌊 Simply enjoying the Mediterranean
The Mediterranean is even more beautiful when you take the time to discover it.
On the beach as in the water, a few simple actions are enough: leave nothing behind, observe the seabed without touching it, keep your distance from the fauna and avoid collecting shells or plants.
Enjoy the sea… without leaving a trace of your visit.
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🏡 A different kind of stay
Even on vacation, small gestures count… without complicating life!
Turning off the air conditioning when leaving, opting for a quick shower, reusing your towel or thinking about sorting... a few simple habits can save water and energy during your stay.
A few simple habits that easily fit into the holidays.
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🤝 Meet those who bring the region to life
Behind every skill, there is a story… and above all, an encounter.
Step inside a workshop, observe the work of a craftsman, discover a skill passed down from generation to generation… These meetings allow you to discover the Pyrenees Mediterranean destination through those who bring it to life.