We are undoubtedly spoilt for fabulous ‘stations balnéaires’ (seaside resorts) here in the P-O , but many of them are all about the beach and the sea itself – which means there’s not much going on in winter and early spring. Saint Cyprien however is an all-year-rounder.
WALK THE REGION WITH LYN AND ARTHUR SAVILLE Cassanyes to Belesta Circular This is a lovely walk, which takes about 31/2hours including lunch break (take a picnic) and an occasional pipi break! (pause pipi sauvage)…
The coastline of the Pyrénées Orientales varies from rugged rocky coves to long lazy sandy beaches, offering all manner of opportunities for sea sports and seaside related relaxations.
A day out in the High Vallespir is always a pleasure.
Collioure defensive – (re)discover the emblematic coastal town. Whatever your native language, you can enjoy the content and test your foreign language skills too!
Thuir, lively little town in the Aspres, is probably most famous for the Caves Byrrh.
With quaint, cobbled streets, pretty squares, lively shops, restaurants, and bars, and art and music museums, there is certainly enough temptation to hang around the town, but there is plenty going on around and about too.
A high drive circuit from Céret, along winding, sometimes narrow roads, through unexploited countryside, remote hamlets and villages with great walking opportunities and superb views.
Le Chateau de Castelnou originally re-opened to the public in 2021 after a four-year closure due to safety issues.
Rasiguères and rosé – the alliteration is a fortunate coincidence for this village of vignerons. Though the quality of the wine speaks for itself.