An atypical small town, Montesquieu-des-Albères is located on the foothills of the Albères massif and has a real village heart. Explore the historic and thematic hiking trails of Montesquieu-des-Albères. As you walk, you will be charmed by the springs and fountains that line your route. Take the opportunity to cross this natural barrier that is the Albères massif and admire the exceptional landscapes available to you.
In the footsteps of the lords...
The first mention of the feudal castle dates from the XNUMXth century! It was built by the lords of Sant Cristau who then took the name of Montesquieu. On the website of Belvédère, you will find an orientation table which offers a splendid 360° view of the Canigou, the Plaine du Roussillon, the Côte Vermeille and the Albères massif topped by the Pic St Christophe. It overlooks the technical areas of the double rail tunnel of the high-speed line and recounts the historical events of the Battle of Boulou in Montesquieu's territory in 1794.
The parish church of Saint-Saturnin, a Romanesque building from the 12th century, was consecrated by the Bishop of Elne in 1123. All of its proportions and its evolution over time, give this building an undeniable historical and architectural value. During your visit, be sure to admire the beauty of its door decorated with fittings, its bell tower and the funerary inscriptions on the southern wall.
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Get ready to embark on a great adventure to discover this strategic village and the history of the decisive battle of Le Boulou!
Montesquieu-des-Albères: Nature Sport Destination!
Here, a wide choice of historical and themed walks and hikes bring back from the darkness of time events, characters, places... Wander through space and time, in the footsteps of the second battle of Boulou or discover the batteries above Montesquieu which reinforced the border with Spain in the Albères in the 19th century.
As a family, don't forget to take the “Botanical trail”, bucolic stroll to discover the flora of Albères, springs and fountains, with murmuring waters…
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