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Walk the Region: Cosprons Circular

Laura McLellan 06/04/2026 0 Comments

A delightful circular walk of approximately 1h 20mins with good paths and short ascents and descents inland from Port Vendres.

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Local News Round up

Kate 06/04/2026 2 Comments

An update of local news in the Pyrenees-Orientales

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Thinking of trimming your hedges? Think again

Kate 06/04/2026 0 Comments

Protecting Birds During Nesting Season

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Tour de Querroig Walk: Banyuls Ridge Hike with Stunning Coastal Views

Kate 06/04/2026 1 Comment

One of the most spectacular ridge walks on the Côte Vermeille

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Test your French with a Joke!

Kate 06/04/2026 0 Comments

Test your French and have a bit of a giggle at the same time!

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Animal Shelters in the Pyrénées-Orientales: SPA Refuges and Pet Adoption

Kate 05/04/2026 0 Comments

Adopt Don’t Shop: Inside the SPA Animal Shelters in France

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UPDATE: Spring Holiday Traffic Warning 2026: Delays Expected

Kate 01/04/2026 0 Comments

Delays Expected on the roads. Check them out here.

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Bella Dolls of Perpignan: Inside France’s Forgotten Toy Empire

Kate 30/03/2026 1 Comment

Hello Dolly. Bella, Cathie…..

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Poisson d’Avril: April Fool’s Day in France

Kate 25/03/2026 0 Comments

How much do you know about the origins of April Fool’s Day in France?

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Why Church Bells Go Silent in France at Easter | French Traditions Explained

Kate 25/03/2026 0 Comments

To Rome…with bells on.

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