Pyrenees-Orientales places to visit and attractions

Below you can explore some of the most popular highlights and places of interest in the Pyrenees-Orientales department of Languedoc-Roussillon. See also our Pyrenees-Orientales travel guide

Argeles-sur-Mer

The long beach, the forest and the lively town mean Argeles-sur-Mer is a very popular summertime resort

See Argeles-sur-Mer guide

Arles-sur-Tech

The main highlight in Arles-sur-Tech is the Benedictine Abbey and cloisters, mostly dating from the 13th century

See Arles-sur-Tech guide

Banyuls-sur-Mer

As well as the beach in Banyuls-sur-Mer there is also an old town of narrow streets to explore

See Banyuls-sur-Mer guide

Castelnou

The picturesque village of Castelnou, overlooked by a castle, is one of our favourite Languedoc-Roussillon villages

See Castelnou guide

Ceret

Ceret has an extensive historic town centre and a Picasso Museum among its highlights. Among our favourite towns in the western Pyrenees.

See Ceret guide

Collioure

With a very attractive traditional harbour town to exlore and a small beach, Collioure is our favourite Languedoc resort

See Collioure guide

Elne

Elne is a quiet town, with the cathedral cloisters among the highlights in the town

See Elne guide

Eus

The steep streets of Eus re very lovely to explore - and it is said to be the sunniest village in France!

See Eus guide

Fort de Salses

The medieval fort of Salses was transformed by Vauban to create a substantial and impregnable fortress

See Fort de Salses guide

Gorges de la Fou

In the Gorges de la Fou you can walk along the bottom of one of the deepest gorges in the Pyrenees

See Gorges de la Fou guide

Ille-sur-Tet

In Ille-sur-Tet it is the remarkable rock formations on the edge of the village that are most interesting to visitors

See Ille-sur-Tet guide

Molitg-les-Bains

If you are wanting a spa break in the Pyrenees mountains the scenery and setting for Molitg-les-Bains would make it a good choice

See Molitg-les-Bains guide

Mosset

The medieval streets in the heart of Mosset have helped it become listed among the 'most beautiful villages in France'

See Mosset guide

Mount Canigou

Although not very high, Mont Canigou dominates the landscape and culture of the wetern Pyrenees

See Mount Canigou guide

Perpignan

Those looking for a traditional French town with interesting sites will be pleased to discover Perpignan

See Perpignan guide

Port Vendres

Port-Vendres is a natural port (unusual here in southern Languedoc), a local fishing town and a yacht harbour

See Port Vendres guide

Prades

Prades makes a pleasant detour when you are exploring the valleys of the western Pyrenees

See Prades guide

Prats de Mollo la Preste

In Prats-de-Mollo you will enjoy exploring the historic centre, then the energetic can climb the hill to the Fort Lagarede above the town

See Prats de Mollo la Preste guide

Saint Cyprien - Pyrenees Orientales

Activity in the seaside resort of Saint-Cyprien is most definitely centred around the beach and seafront!

See Saint Cyprien - Pyrenees Orientales guide

Villefranche-de-Conflent

Villefranche-de-Conflent is a fascinating place to explore, with a fortified ancient village in the valley and a substantial fort high on the cliff above the village

See Villefranche-de-Conflent guide

For more information see the Pyrenees-Orientales guide

Market towns & days in Pyrenees-Orientales

all markets in morning unless otherwise stated

Amelie-les-Bains-Palalda: Thursday
Argeles-sur-Mer: Wednesday & Saturday
Argeles-sur-Mer: Sunday & Monday & Tuesday & Thursday (high season only)
Banyuls-sur-Mer: Thursday & Sunday
Canet-en-Roussillon: Tuesday & Thursday
Ceret: Saturday
Collioure: Wednesday & Sunday
Elne: Wednesday & Friday
Ille-sur-Tet: Wednesday & Friday
Le Barcares: Monday (high season only)
Le Barcares: Wednesday & Sunday & Friday
Le Boulou: Thursday
Millas: Tuesday & Thursday
Perpignan: Every day
Port-Vendres: Saturday
Prades: Tuesday
Rivesaltes: Monday
Saint-Cyprien: Tuesday (high season only)
Saint-Cyprien: Thursday & Friday
Saint-Laurent-de-la-Salanque: Thursday & Sunday
Thuir: Saturday
Toulouges: Tuesday & Friday