La Fête de la Bastille or Fête Nationale marks the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789 and the beginning of the French Revolution of 1789. Here we give a brief outline of celebrations and fireworks around the region.
Enamoured of both the beauty and long and fascinating history of Port-Vendres, the Great Port Vendres Tapestry Association was started in July 2015 to create a large tapestry of the history of the town.
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.
Walk: Cosprons, the Fortress Galline, Batterie 500, Tour de Madeloc, Fort Dugommier & Fort St Elme and back to Port Vendres.
Ideas of things to see and do when the weather takes a turn for the worse
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Market days in the Pyrenees Orientales. What you think of these markets? Add your comments at the bottom of the page.
The Miguel Caldentey, a schooner classified as a Historic Monument, will be open to the public on Thursday 19th August
The maquis was one of various forms of Resistance in France’s fight against the German Occupation and the Vichy regime during the Second World War.
Sunken chocolate cake, very delicious served on its own with a glass of Maury or cup of steaming hot black coffee.