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 clever network of signal towers (tours à signaux) that you see on the high mountain tops around the region date back to the 13th century. They were originally set up by the Rois de Majorque as a defence system to protect the Roussillon from invaders and to enable the passing of information around the region, using fire and smoke signals.
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!
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!
Walk: Cosprons, the Fortress Galline, Batterie 500, Tour de Madeloc, Fort Dugommier & Fort St Elme and back to Port Vendres.
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.
A delightful and very interesting circuit of 3hrs, with 460metres of ascent. Most of the route is in forest and offers good protection from a warm autumn sun.
Dolmens, great views and a bit of a climb exploring the Forêt d’Argelès.