Collioure is a charming, artistic, and laid-back seaside town; It combines the soul of Provence, the heart of Catalonia, and the wild beauty of the Mediterranean and is sometimes referred to as the St. Tropez of Languedoc.
Once Perpignan’s port, it found fame in the early 20th century when it inspired the Fauvist artists Henri Matisse and André Derain and, later, Picasso and Braque.

Stroll through the heart of the town to discover the pretty colourful streets of Le Mouré and Port D’Avall, take a stroll along the coastal path, or go for a swim at the beautiful beaches of Boramar and Port D’Avall. Snorkel, sail, go on excursions with a catamaran, horseback riding, kayaking, take the tourist train or simply go on a hike in the area - a nice walk would be from Collioure to Banyuls.

Head to the Église Notre-Dame-des-Anges, the iconic pink-domed church right at the water’s edge and enjoy a meal on the waterfront promenade.

Don’t miss the traditional food market on Wednesday and Sunday mornings at the foot of Château Royal - anchovies are king in this area!

If you prefer something a little more adventurous, about an hour north into the mountain side of Collioure you will find Les Gordes de La Fou with its gigantic cliffs and 157m drop through the limestone gorges.

Perpignan, a vibrant city with strong Catalan roots and a lively food scene is only a short 30 minute drive from Collioure and Spain is also just around the corner! Consider a quick stop at Cadaqués (home of Salvador Dalí), or Figueres to visit the Dalí Theatre-Museum—a surreal must-see.

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