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In the early 20th century, Céret was the inspiration for Picasso and Braque. Since then, it has attracted artists from all over the world.The Musée d’Art Moderne in the centre represents the collections of many famous painters such as Picasso, Braque, Matisse and Soutine to name but a few. Also famous for its cherries, early Spring witnesses the blossoming of the many cherry trees. Add to all this that Céret is only a 10 minute drive from the Spanish border, 20 minutes from Perpignan, a 25 minute drive from the nearest coastal resort and a 45 minute drive into the mountains for skiing and you can see why it is a town which really does offer you the best of both worlds! | |
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| Perpignan is the capital of the Catalan region and owes much of its heritage and cultural development to the kings of Majorca, responsible for the transformation of Perpignan into a thriving trading post during the middle ages. The Palace of the Majorcan kings still dominates the town while the Castillet, once a city gate, then a prison, now a museum, is all that is left of the original city walls. Today, Perpignan is a colourful mix of old and new, combining chic and stylish department stores, trendy boutiques and busy restaurants with narrow, cobbled streets and small intimate bistros whilst being the home to the impressive Rugby Union side and the Catalan Dragons Rugby League team.. |  |
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At the foot of the Albères mountain
range, just a short drive away from the Spanish border lies Argelès-sur-Mer.
With its seven kilometres of wide sandy beach, safe and supervised
bathing is ensured whilst the numerous little rocky creeks provide
a perfect base for those who wish to scuba dive or get away from the
crowds. The Tramontane and Marin winds makes windsurfing and surfing
more challenging than in many resorts and all manner of water sports
are available here.
Argelès has recently earnt the title of 'Handiplage' due to its many facilities for the disabled. |
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| Saint Cyprien boasts 6 kilometres of fine sandy beaches with the Canigou mountain and the Albères hills in the background. The second most important marina of this area of the Mediterranean, here is yet another resort which offers everything for the visitor, with designated footpaths and bridleway circuits around the town and surrounds so that you can appreciate the area on foot, bicycle or even horseback . |  |
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Banyuls is a large bay, sheltered from the Tramontane wind and overlooked by the Albères mountains. With one foot in the sea and the other in the vines, it is both a coastal resort and a charming old fishing village with narrow cobbled streets and wine cellars, its vines growing on rocky sloping terraces which provide the delicious wine of Banyuls. During the Summer the main beaches have permanent life guards and the harbour is a typical fishing harbour as well as a holiday marina. | |
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| The 'Jewel in the Crown' of the Pyrénées Orientales, with its 17th century church and ramparts, and Royal château (13th century), Collioure delights its visitors again and again with its quaint cobbled streets and breathtaking views across the port. and is a clear reminder that Catalalonian culture is still very much alive. A colourful, lively tableau of street artists, restaurants and boutiques, this resort captured the imagination of famous artists of the past such as Matisse and Derain, Picasso, Dufy Chagall and Marquet and the artists influence is still very much in evidence. Writers, poets, singers and painters fell under Collioure's charm setting up their easels and immortalizing the small Catalan harbour in their works. |  |
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A typical Mediterranean fishing port, Port Vendres is renowned for its numerous fish and sea food restaurants. The fish comes literally straight from the boat onto your table! You can watch the fishing boats arriving with their daily catch - you cant get fresher than that! Why not try the 'peche du jour' (fish of the day) which is chosen daily according to the catch, or join one of the scuba diving groups if you prefer to watch fish rather than eat them? For the best of both worlds, book a fishing trip with the pros - a sure way to catch your fish and eat it! | |
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| With some 9 kilometres of sandy, supervised beaches and a salt lake positioned between the sand dunes and the beach, Canet is a purpose-built resort offering a wide range of activities, which manages to combine the old with the new, having been built around the original village of narrow streets and small traditional shops. If you or the family enjoy roller blading or skating, the beach is the place to go as skaters of all standards meet to practice their art on the smooth flat pavements along the sea front. The resort is host in the Summer to numerous events: concerts and fairs, exhibitions and markets and the evenings are animated by friendly, colourful cafés boasting live music of all types from folk to rock. |  |
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94 Rue Saint Ferréol,
Céret 66400, France Tel : +33 (0) 468 55 99 61 Mob: +33 (0) 608 973 190 e-mail:jonandchristine@lescalivadeceret.com |
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