The ‘Castell de Sant Ferran’, built in Figueres in the mid 18th century, is the largest bastioned fortress in Europe and could house 4,000 men.
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Walk La Serre de Vingrau A 3h 30m – circular walk of 9 km Impressive cliffs in view on the ascent, internationally renowned with around 400 climbing routes. Views across Roussillon from the summit.
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On a plateau of the Corbières, near Salses, with panoramic views of sea and lagoon, visible from the A9 motorway and the N9, stands the “Porta dels Països Catalans”, or ‘Gate to the Catalan Countries’.
The war is nearing it’s end. The Germans occupying France are on edge and expecting the Allied Invasion at any time.
This walk, very close to the town of Port Vendres, is a gentle exploration of 2 beautiful, wild and exposed headlands, separated by a deep but charming rocky creek; Anse de la Mauresque and combines a historical realisation with the ruggedness of the rocky coast and wonderful panoramic views.
A full day hike taking in the gorges and forest of the Spanish Pyrenees from Sadernes to St. Aniol
Once upon a time, rival bands of young people released their pent up energy by competing against each other in feats of strength and agility.
No guns, no knives.
Sanctuary – retreating to Argelès to wind down from his high pressure job as a Scenes of Crime Officer with Scotland Yard, P-O Life reader, Larry Henderson, gives us an insight in to his exciting life