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Banyuls-sur-mer

Must See Places

Voluptuous Mediterranean
Only few kilometers from the Spanish border,Banyuls-sur-mer has a mediterranean charm thanks to its idyllic bay that is planted with eucalyptus and palm trees ... The exceptional softness of its climate, and the wealth of its extraordinarily preserved submarine patrimony make of Banyuls a fashionable resort ... In addition to the beach and the water sports, one can enjoy walks in its fragrant,steep alleys where few statues of Maillol can be found here and there . Do not forget to to taste the wine of Banyuls in one of the many cellars of the village and do not miss to visit the Metairie Maillol ...

Abbaye Saint-Martin du Canigou

Churches, Abbeys and Chapels

The abbey in brief ...
The Abbaye Saint-Martin-du-Canigou was built on the slopes of Mount Canigou. This building is a masterpiece of the XI century architecture Not to be missed ...
The cloister, the roman and gothic capitals in pink marble ...

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Noteworthy Cities, Towns and Villages

An exceptional sunshine
Sun-drenched village perched on a rocky outcrop, Eus is recognizable by far thanks to its Saint-Vincent church overlooking the village ... Formerly fortified ,Eus has preserved its medieval past through its picturesque steep cobbled streets that are lined with traditional houses, some of which are home to shops and artisan workshops ... Do not miss the two St. Vincent churches of Eus. The upper one dates back to the 18th century and contains a remarkable altar signed by Louis Paul Sunyer Baixar, the lower one (10th-13th century) features beautiful marble portal of Villefranche ...

Collioure

Yours to Discover

The colors of Matisse
Collioure unfolds its wonders on the foot of the Pyrenean mountains ,just a few kilometers from Spain. This beautiful Catalan city has inspired the painter Matisse thanks to : Its old streets, its flowery houses, its royal castle which separates the two charming small ports, its small shops,its typical and colorful boats moored on the docks... Not to be missed ...
The fortified church of Notre-Dame -des-Anges which is located on the sea front and whose steeple was the lighthouse of the Old Port ...

Perpignan

Noteworthy Cities, Towns and Villages

The Catalan
Located between the sea and the mountains of the Pyrenees, Perpignan is a lively city of a totally Catalan allure . The cafe terraces, the sun, the tapas, the shaded streets by plane trees and the catalan customs ,all enrich this city . Must See.
The Castillet, St John's Cathedral, the building of la Loge de Mer, the city hall, the Palais des Rois de Majorque, the Joseph-Puig numismatic museum ...

Cap Réderis

Lakes, Forests, Panoramas and Caves

The cape in brief ...
It offers a magnificent view on the Cote Vermeille. Not to be missed ...
Diving in the submarine path that starts from the beach of Peyrefite .

Forteresse de Salses

Castles, fortresses and Manor Houses

The fortress in brief ...
The Salses fortress was built in the 15th century by the Spanish to protect themselves from the French invasion. Remarkable example of military architecture, it is set between the medieval castle and the fortified bastion.

Abbaye Saint-Michel de Cuxa

Churches, Abbeys and Chapels

The abbey in brief ...
In a valley in the heart of the roman Conflent and at the foot of the Canigou, the Abbey of Saint-Michel is an exceptional architectural set with the large pre-romanesque church of the tenth century, the roman-lombard steeple , the wonderful encrypts of the eleventh century and the remains of a Romanesque cloister of the XII century.It's been the Home of Benedictine monks since 878. Place of faith, culture, hospitality and peace.

Pic du Canigou

Lakes, Forests, Panoramas and Caves

The peak in brief ...
Discover the immense view offered on the Canigou Mountain, from the top of its 2784 meters of altitude.