School holidays in France are organised according to three “holiday zones”, A, B and C, in order to manage the flow of French holidaymakers.
With the iconic Canigou ever present in the distance, and the long stretches of golden sand and rolling dunes, you could be forgiven for thinking that Canet is all about the beach……but it is so much more besides.
The man behind the moustache is revealed in the summer exhibition at the Musée d’art moderne de Céret. Most people recognize Dali’s iconic surreal images including melting clocks, levitating elephants and lobster telephones, but did you know that behind his gaudy showman’s façade Dali was a serious student of science?
Salvador Dali was not the only famous artist to make his mark in Perpignan (By the way, there is now a suitably wacky sculpture in Place Catalogne, to celebrate his presence in the town).
Unique and original ways to visit some of the spectacular Roussillon vineyards, meet the winemakers, learn about the wines and the land, through tastings and themed workshops – accompanied by the experts!
Today we’re heading up to the cooler air of the Conflent region, land of contrast, rich in culture and history, from its snowy peaks, wild, mountainous terrain and stunning lakes, to its many pretty and peaceful villages.
Jazz à Juhègues Traditional Jazz Festival The théâtre de verdure de Juhègues at Torreilles is once again the beautiful, historic venue for the annual three day jazz festival, Jazz de Juhèques. Programme Saturday 15th…
Les Musicales de Perpignan La Direction de la Culture is bringing together local musicians and dancers into a brand new summer arts festival : Les Musicales de Perpignan. From Les Jeudis de Perpignan over summer,…
Come and discover the thrill of Stand up Paddling on some of the most beautiful rivers in the Pyrénées Orientales region with RiverSide Paddle!
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,…