Vallespir Guidebook
Sightseeing
The stunning seaside town of Collioure is just 40 minutes drive away with the rugged coastline of the Core Vermeille. Towns nestle in sheltered coves with stunning architecture. Wine loves will enjoy the many vin yards and especially the local Aperitif Banyuls. Well worth the drive
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Collioure
The stunning seaside town of Collioure is just 40 minutes drive away with the rugged coastline of the Core Vermeille. Towns nestle in sheltered coves with stunning architecture. Wine loves will enjoy the many vin yards and especially the local Aperitif Banyuls. Well worth the drive
The Charming town of Ceret famous for its Art scene and meandering lanes with restaurants and antique shops. The founder of the Cubist movement Picasso spent time here and a museum of his work sits at the heart of the town.
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Céret
The Charming town of Ceret famous for its Art scene and meandering lanes with restaurants and antique shops. The founder of the Cubist movement Picasso spent time here and a museum of his work sits at the heart of the town.
Argeles-sue-Mer, Town and Port are all nestled together to the east of Perpignan on the coast. Just 35 mins from Amelie. Flat sandy beaches, seasonal beach bars and seafood restaurants will please those looking for a day relaxing by the Ocean.
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Argelès-sur-Mer
Argeles-sue-Mer, Town and Port are all nestled together to the east of Perpignan on the coast. Just 35 mins from Amelie. Flat sandy beaches, seasonal beach bars and seafood restaurants will please those looking for a day relaxing by the Ocean.
An hours drive up the Vallespir and over the border into Spain will bring you to the beautiful retreat of Camprodon. Used to escape the heat of summer in Barcelona or as a drop off for the skiing at nearby Setcases Thai town holds its own with interesting shops and stunning views.
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Camprodon
An hours drive up the Vallespir and over the border into Spain will bring you to the beautiful retreat of Camprodon. Used to escape the heat of summer in Barcelona or as a drop off for the skiing at nearby Setcases Thai town holds its own with interesting shops and stunning views.
Just on your doorstep the bustling Thermal town of Amelie boasts some of the most famous spas in the area. Nestled in this beautiful part of the Vallespir with plenty of shops and eateries why not spend the day relaxing at the spa and eating local produce in the Place de La Republique bodega whilst drinking the natural wines of the region. Why go out ?
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Amélie-les-Bains-Palalda
Just on your doorstep the bustling Thermal town of Amelie boasts some of the most famous spas in the area. Nestled in this beautiful part of the Vallespir with plenty of shops and eateries why not spend the day relaxing at the spa and eating local produce in the Place de La Republique bodega whilst drinking the natural wines of the region. Why go out ?
At the very top of the Vallespir before you reach the Spanish Frontier you arrive in this beautiful old fortified town. Small squares provide spots for a secluded coffee or perhaps Apero on your journey back from Spain.
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Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste
At the very top of the Vallespir before you reach the Spanish Frontier you arrive in this beautiful old fortified town. Small squares provide spots for a secluded coffee or perhaps Apero on your journey back from Spain.
Lovely Thuir home to the famous Byrrh Cellars and a great Saturday market has many picturesque streets to wander and lovely boutiques to investigate.
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THUIR
Lovely Thuir home to the famous Byrrh Cellars and a great Saturday market has many picturesque streets to wander and lovely boutiques to investigate.
A bit farther than some of the other spots but still under 90 mins is the charming walled city of Villefranche-de-Conflent. On the road to Andorra up the Tet valley to the north of the Vallespir this stunning town is full of interesting boutiques and plenty of places to stop for a bite to eat. Why not then continue on to the Abbaye Saint-Martin-du-Canigou in casteil where beautiful views await those willing to make the steep climb to the Abbey.
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Villefranche de Conflent
A bit farther than some of the other spots but still under 90 mins is the charming walled city of Villefranche-de-Conflent. On the road to Andorra up the Tet valley to the north of the Vallespir this stunning town is full of interesting boutiques and plenty of places to stop for a bite to eat. Why not then continue on to the Abbaye Saint-Martin-du-Canigou in casteil where beautiful views await those willing to make the steep climb to the Abbey.
Food scene
Leucate is a delightful colourful village just over the border into the department of Aude. Colourful town houses line the streets and lunch time restaurants surround its tranquil central square. The main road is home to the evening venues with Bodega de Flamenco well worth a visit. A short drive away you’ll find the famous Oyster Shacks where seafood is plucked fresh from the Med and served to your table or directly to take away. The bustling inlet is reminiscent of times past.
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Leucate
Leucate is a delightful colourful village just over the border into the department of Aude. Colourful town houses line the streets and lunch time restaurants surround its tranquil central square. The main road is home to the evening venues with Bodega de Flamenco well worth a visit. A short drive away you’ll find the famous Oyster Shacks where seafood is plucked fresh from the Med and served to your table or directly to take away. The bustling inlet is reminiscent of times past.
A little further south along the coast from Collioure sits Port Vendres. An active fishing port head here for the freshest seafood at restaurants surrounding the quay. Why not also take a walk along the stunning Cap Bear to work off that lunch.
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Port-Vendres
A little further south along the coast from Collioure sits Port Vendres. An active fishing port head here for the freshest seafood at restaurants surrounding the quay. Why not also take a walk along the stunning Cap Bear to work off that lunch.
Adventure
A little further on from Camprodon and under 90 mins drive from Amelie the stunning ski town of Setcases serves hearty mountain food from Catalonia all year round but really comes alive in the winter as a base station for the skiing at Vallter 2000 in the mountains above. An easy day ski trip but don’t forget your snow chains. Or why not leave the car in Setcases and take the snow bus up.
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Setcases
A little further on from Camprodon and under 90 mins drive from Amelie the stunning ski town of Setcases serves hearty mountain food from Catalonia all year round but really comes alive in the winter as a base station for the skiing at Vallter 2000 in the mountains above. An easy day ski trip but don’t forget your snow chains. Or why not leave the car in Setcases and take the snow bus up.
Golf & Spa
A short trip up into the hills will bring you to this unique hotel with restaurant, spa and mountain golf course. Stunning views and a challenging course with plenty to do for non golfers such as the spa or a meal with wonderful views at the 19th hole.
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Le Domaine de Falgos Golf & Spa
A short trip up into the hills will bring you to this unique hotel with restaurant, spa and mountain golf course. Stunning views and a challenging course with plenty to do for non golfers such as the spa or a meal with wonderful views at the 19th hole.