ARGELES SUR MER
At the foot of the Albères (1157m), where the Pyrenees plunge into the sea, the village of Argelès-sur-Mer happily combines lifestyle, green tourism and beach pleasures. At the foot of the Albères (1157m), where the Pyrenees plunge into the Mediterranean Sea, the village of Argelès-sur-Mer happily combines lifestyle, green tourism and beach pleasures.
the Village
A village, a place of colorful life to the Catalan accent with its maze of narrow streets, its church to the crenellated tower (XIV), its walls "cayroux", its traditional market, crafts, festivals ...
A city mentioned in the ninth century, a stronghold linked to the kings of Aragon and Majorca the thirteenth and fourteenth, became a French village in 1659.
the Port
A marina, with its squares, shops, restaurants, entertainment. A few miles from Cape Bear, enjoy to moor for a few days in the heart of the Catalan earth. All the secrets of Port Argelès will make you unforgettable stopover in an unexpected setting at the foot of the Pyrenees, in the vineyards and villages copper sun.
the beach
A wide 7km sandy beach, clear waters and Albères overlooking the beach. On the seafront, a pine forest of 12 hectares and a tree-lined promenade of 3 km, to hang out. To the south, in the direction of Collioure, this paradise is the "Racou" (corner in Catalan) ... The beach in spring and autumn, although has attractions, always as an ally the sun! The light is softer, the location on the largest sand and entertainment offered by beach clubs, more accessible. The pretty coves and Portells Ouch, link with the rocky coast, provide you full for its tranquility
the region
Township gathering 8 towns whose Argelès-sur-Mer is the capital. The communities have come together to help you discover many routes to detour for culture, leisure and adventure sports (35 sites and hiking, mountain biking, horseback ...). Tours are available, go to meet these charming villages, their beautiful Romanesque chapels and a traditional craftsmanship skills.Albères (1157m), là où les Pyrénées plongent dans la mer, le village d'Argelès-sur-Mer conjugue avec bonheur art de vivre, tourisme vert et plaisirs balnéaires. Au pied du massif des Albères (1157m), là où les Pyrénées plongent dans la mer méditerranée, le village d'Argelès-sur-Mer conjugue avec bonheur art de vivre, tourisme vert et plaisirs balnéaires.