Saffron production is a labour of love – a process so labour intensive that it is hardly surprising that the fiery coloured spice is the most expensive in the world.
Have you heard about the ‘traginers’?
It is difficult not to notice the donkey ranking high among the animals of the Pyrénées-Orientales.
In the living memory of the elderly are brothers and fathers going off to one or other to war, and the stories of those who never returned.
This small medieval walled town, listed as one of ‘les plus beaux villages de France’, has it all, from its architectural significance, breathtaking views, magnificent walks, three caves (Grottes des Canalettes), historical Fort Liberia, lively…
Château Nadal Hainault, Le Soler By Christopher Dawson In the heart of the Roussillon, the Priory of Santa Marie de l’Eule was built by Cistercian Monks in the XII Century, from which the Old Chapel is still…
Don’t miss the 2017 Six Nations Championship, annual northern hemisphere rugby union championship between England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales. As part of a new anti terrorism law, bars and cafés are not allowed…
At 10.00am on a beautifully clear day, we assembled at the col de Creu between Matermale and Sansa for the second of our winter snowshoe walks.
Our previous walk in the valley of Planès had been a great success so this time we had planned a bbq at the unguarded refuge les Estagnols, on the slopes of the Madres peak.
In 1898 the Gompel brothers founded the ‘Paris-France’ company to direct their growing chain of department stores ‘Aux Dames de France’. The chain was a great success in several large towns in France.
Far from the hussle and bussle of the pistes we offer you the chance of a pure wilderness experience. Discover the real mountains, the wildlife and the adventure of exploring away from the trodden paths with an experienced and qualified guide.