Destination Vallespir!
Between nature, heritage and discoveries
Discover Vallespir: a unique holiday destination
Vallespir, nestled in the heart of the Pyrénées-Orientales, is an ideal destination for your holidays combining nature, culture, and relaxation. Between verdant forests, majestic mountains, and typical Catalan villages, this region invites you to experience an authentic holiday between the sea and the mountains.
A territory between sea, mountains and traditions
The Upper Vallespir enjoys a privileged geographical location, nestled on the southern slopes of the Canigou massif and just an hour from the Mediterranean coast and coastal villages like Collioure. Enjoy a rich natural environment blending valleys, forests, rivers, and breathtaking panoramas, where every season is magnificent.
Typical villages & local heritage to explore
You can enjoy numerous activities in the region: visit typical Catalan villages such as Corsavy, Montferrer, Arles-sur-Tech and its abbey, Serralongue, Saint-Laurent-de-Cerdans, and Prats-de-Mollo with its Fort Lagarde.
You can also enjoy the thermal baths and wine cellars of Roussillon in Amélie-les-Bains, discover the Abbey of Saint-Martin-du-Canigou, explore Villefranche-de-Conflent (Fort Liberia, the Yellow Train, etc.), Prades, Collioure, the Cathar castles (Quéribus, Peyrepertuse, etc.), and more.
🌿 Céret – cultural heart of Vallespir
Céret, the historic capital of Vallespir, is renowned for its Museum of Modern Art, its picturesque streets and its warm Catalan atmosphere.
🏘️ Arles-sur-Tech & the surrounding valleys
Arles-sur-Tech offers a rich historical heritage, such as the Sainte-Marie Abbey, medieval streets and access to superb nature trails in Haut-Vallespir.
🏞️ Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste and villages of Vallespir
In the heart of the Haut Vallespir, discover authentic villages, medieval towers like the Tour de Mir or the Tour de Batère, perched on the ridges and offering exceptional panoramas.
Outdoor activities for all tastes
🥾 Hiking in a preserved landscape
With an extensive network of marked hiking trails (GR and PR), the Vallespir will appeal to lovers of hiking, mountain biking or horse riding, with routes for all levels and sublime panoramas.
🚴 Cycling & outdoor sports
Explore the Vallespir greenway or the Pirinexus loop, a magnificent cycling experience between mountains and valleys, ideal for experienced cyclists as well as walkers.
🐟 Fishing, canyoning and water sports
The numerous rivers and valleys are ideal for outdoor activities such as fishing, canyoning or refreshing walks in the heart of unspoiled nature.
Between Catalan culture, festivals and traditions
Vallespir is a region where Catalan traditions and local culture are celebrated throughout the year. Traditional festivals, local markets, and cultural events punctuate village life and offer visitors an authentic immersion in regional customs.
The Rodella procession in Arles-sur-Tech, the feria, and the folk festivals of Céret and Amélie-les-Bains take place during the summer.
Easily accessible and in the heart of the Pyrénées-Orientales
Ideally located between the sea, the mountains, and the Spanish border, Vallespir allows you to discover both the Mediterranean and the Pyrenean peaks in under an hour. Whether you enjoy charming villages, cultural excursions, or immersive hikes, the region offers a wide range of options for all types of travelers.
The beaches of the Côte Vermeille are an hour from L’Andreu, the Costa Brava is 1.5 hours away, and Barcelona is 2 hours away. For those who enjoy thermal spa treatments, the Amélie-les-Bains thermal baths and the spa resort in Le Boulou are about twenty minutes from the house.
Ready to experience Vallespir?
Staying in our gîtes at Mas l’Andreu provides an ideal starting point for exploring the Vallespir region, its hiking and horseback riding trails throughout the Canigou massif, its heritage, its charming villages, and its outdoor activities (mountain biking, canyoning, rafting, via ferrata, treetop adventure parks, golf courses in Falgos, Saint Cyprien, or Montescot)… Discover our comfortable 3-star gîtes and plan a memorable holiday in one of the most beautiful regions of the Pyrénées-Orientales.
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