Across the bridge from Ille sur Têt, on the road to Belesta, along a small road on the left running along by the river, lies the ruined village of Casenoves, (‘new houses’ in Catalan).
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.
How about Halloween in Villefranche de Conflent. Several shops sell ‘poupées sorcières’, as befits the legends of magic and witchcraft surrounding this region.
A gorge is a very deep crevice between two mountains or hills, formed by rivers running through and eroding rock over a very long period of time. Here are a couple to take your breath away.
A gentle stroll amidst the exquisite pink blossom of the ornamental cherry trees in Amélie Palalda. Blink and you’ll miss it!
A delightful circuit of 10.5 kilometres which takes about 3hrs 45mins and includes 250 metres of ascent. The official tourist guide book says it takes 2 hours 40 mins – unfortunately we are past the age of fell running!
P-O reader, Peter Spencer, has unearthed the story behind the monument in Céret, commemorating artists that have been drawn to the area and have links to Céret and the P-O. Part 1.
Walk the region with Tim and Chris Parker, heading out for the day in Leucate. This 4 hour / 12km route takes in plateau, cliffs and coastline!
Take a walk around the Perpignan station area with Tony Goodman and discover the history of the fabulous local architecture.
A delightful circular walk of approximately 1h 20mins with good paths and short ascents and descents inland from Port Vendres.