Saint-André is a pretty Catalan village located on the northern foothills of the Albères. Close to the lively beaches of Argelès-sur-Mer and gateway to a rich hinterland, at the foot of the Albères massif, the village of Saint-André is a stopover full of charm and tranquility.
An ideal environment, with the beauty of the eastern foothills of the Pyrenees as a backdrop.
The Romanesque church of Saint-André
Built between the XNUMXth and XNUMXth centuries, it houses magnificent marble sculptures from the XNUMXth and XNUMXth centuries. Its preserved architecture makes it a perfect example of Catalan Romanesque art.
Passing through its doors is an incredible leap in time!
Not to be missed: the sculpted marble lintel dated from the 11th century – related to that of Saint-Genis-des-Fontaines – is one of the first Romanesque sculptures in Roussillon!
A historical nugget to explore between April and September…
An unmissable site of Romanesque art, be accompanied to discover the old abbey church of Saint-André Thursdays at 10 a.m.
A rich and friendly visit in a setting, nestled in the center of this typical Catalan village.
Focus on the House of Romanesque Art
The Maison d'Art Roman is an interpretation center dedicated to the former medieval Benedictine monastery of Saint-André.
Whether you are amateurs or simply curious, adult or child, this clear, fun and interactive exhibition allows you to discover an exceptional Romanesque site and the Middle Ages in Catalonia.
For a fun discovery with the whole family, our team offers the game “Seek and find… in Saint-André” for children from 5 to 12 years old. It is available in the “Carnet de jeux en Pyrénées Méditerranée” at the price of €2, on sale in our Tourist Offices.
Set out to conquer Saint-André…
Thanks to the interactive treasure hunt BALUDIK, treat yourself to an immersive and exciting experience, based on geolocation. Solve the puzzles on the course “Threat to Saint-André!” to experience a unique adventure, which will lead you to protect the village from the Simiots, terrible medieval creatures!
In Saint-André, there is no shortage of activities and leisure activities…
The Glassmakers of Saint-André
The Verriers de Saint-André team welcomes you in a traditional manufacturing setting. Come and discover the production live. Production all year round, more than 300 days out of 365, from morning to evening. The show is continuous!
The Discovery Farm
The Saint-André Discovery Farm is an animal and leisure park that looks like a little paradise for children and families!
The park hosts 300 animals over 3 hectares that must be observed, approached, stroked and fed with the greatest respect.
Animal welfare is the golden rule here!
La Canya Brewery
In this Micro-Brewery located in Saint-André at the foot of the Albères in Catalan Country “We produce 100% organic beers with respect for the environment and its terroir!”
It is also a place where you can immerse yourself in the world of brewing while tasting the products brewed on site accompanied by local products.
Vintage Life Museum
In this museum (originally settled in Sournia) discover a host of objects from the 1860s to the 1960s (and even a little more…).
A thousand memories to share by rediscovering these treasures that resurface from our memory!
Visit all year round by appointment, contact 06 76 44 87 94
Paradise on 2 wheels!
At the edge of EuroVélo 8, Saint-André is ideally located for lovers of bike rides!
To the north, the Cycloroute links Argelès-sur-Mer to Le Boulou via Saint-Genis-des-Fontaines. To the south, the Voie Verte leads to the beaches of Argelès-sur-Mer and the villages of Sorède and Laroque-des-Albères.
The love of the arts in Saint-André…
The Art Gallery of the town hall of Saint-André has been permanently hosting temporary exhibitions for more than 20 years (paintings, sculptures, photos, etc.) that you can discover freely.
Free entry – Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 14 p.m. to 18 p.m. (except public holidays).