The pebbled beach is transformed into a colourful, animated mass of eating and drinking, brass bands, joyous musicians, jugglers>..
In 1947, the Comité National des Sentiers de Grande Randonnée (CNSGR) was created by the Touring-Club de France, later to become, in 1978, la Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre
If you’re looking for an exciting winter or spring drive, why not take the stunning coast road across the border to El Port de la Selva, and return to France via Figueres?
What’s on around the region in October 2024
Originally set up by the Rois de Majorque as a defence system to protect the Roussillon from invaders, the tours de signaux (signal towers) allowed information to be passed quickly around the region, using fire and smoke signals.
WALK THE REGION WITH TED AND KATE HISCOCK La Phare de Cap Bear & Anse de Ste. Catherine (10k 6 ½ miles ) – 3 hours This bracing walk takes in the marina, the commercial…
The Via Domitia was the first of the vast network of roads in Gaul (France) built by the Romans, crossing southern France to link Italy and Spain.
WALK THE REGION WITH TED AND KATE HISCOCK 13km 5.5m (8 miles approx.) 3.5 hours This walk goes over the hills from Port Vendres to the charming quiet hamlet of Cosprons, then on to the…
Whether new to the region, or long time residents, there are several international organisations in the P-O providing links between nationalities. They help people to settle in, reply to questions and problems, and offer new skills and interests within a social, supportive environment.
A whole host of interesting facts about the region and further afield for your reading pleasure. So, did you know…?