Narbonne is a leafy and well-appointed town, initially founded by the Romans in 118 BCE, when it was known then as Narbo. Once a very prosperous port and a major city due to its strategic location, it was in fact Rome’s first colony in Gaul.
Two great walks over the border, starting in Port de la Selva or Cadaques.
Tucked away off the coast road, half way between Port Vendres and Banyuls-sur-Mer, lies the bay of Paulilles, three beaches (Bernardi, del Mitg and Fourat) separated by rocky headlands, surrounded by steep and endless vineyards, and rugged mountains.
Our own little bit of horror and inhumanity here in the P-O. Never forget lest it happen again.
Rugby is a massive part of the P O culture, but where did the game originate, how did it evolve and why is it so popular here?
Walk the Region. Notre Dame de Pène/ Calce circular Well signed route with yellow waymark signs.
Valmy park is open to the public. Trails, fountains, waterfall, play and picnic areas along with a fabulous view down to Argelès, the Mediterranean and the Roussillon plain.
A full day hike taking in the gorges and forest of the Spanish Pyrenees from Sadernes to St. Aniol
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)…
Cliff top picnic with heart-etched table perched on the edge of the Cap Béar cliffs. Perfect for a spring feast of sun, sea and sandwich