Molló Parc is described by its creators as ‘ideal for families and school groups to escape the routine and enjoy a day in the mountains’. It is neither a zoo nor a theme park, but a natural stretch of forest and grasslands alive with flora and fauna.
There is an unfathomable amount of mountain biking potential here. Between the summits and the sea you can ride to your heart’s content on trails suited to all abilities.
To celebrate the easing of confinement rules, here’s a quiz on the great outdoors. How well do you know the incredible flora and fauna that you may come across while out and about?
t’s been such a mild winter that our feathered friends haven’t been very busy on bird feeders in the garden. Nevertheless, we’d love to know what you’ve spotted. Anything unusual – this last week in particular perhaps? The combination of spring migration and colder, wetter weather always increases the likelihood of something exciting dropping by. And what about their table manners?
This winter we’re taking another quizzical look over the year’s articles – with one or two extra questions thrown in! Have you been paying attention?
The family-friendly ski station of Puyvalador, forced to close due to financial difficulties, is set to spring back on to the ski scene for winter 2019.
Getting a bit hot under the collar on the coast? Why not head for the cooler air of the Roussillon Conflent, up close with the sacred Mount Canigot?
Cindy Guilbert has forgotten more than most of us ever knew about flowers and herbs. She makes perfumes, paints mandala watercolours and other artworks, makes chocolates, dabbles in crafts……Visit her at Naturale Magick. or contacther by e-mail at naturale.magick@gmail.com.
Throughout June, three community projects will be held on the Canigó massif and foothills to protect and preserve the sacred mountain… so roll up your sleeves for Canigou!
Translated from the original by Sophie Amiel Hazell IRISES : 480 varieties for sale at Saint Michel de Cuxa – Codalet (near Prades) The iris garden located at Saint Michel de Cuxa’s Abbey has welcomed…