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The Train Jaune continues its journey through the sun-drenched landscapes of Cerdagne. Set against a backdrop of flower-filled meadows, mountain chalets and peaks, this iconic train offers a scenic journey through the heart of the Pyrénées-Orientales. A true symbol of the region, it connects the hilltop villages whilst showcasing the natural and unspoilt beauty of the Cerdagne plateau.
The Yellow Train crossing the Cerdagne plateau.
From the carved arches of a Romanesque cloister, the view stretches out over a valley covered in Mediterranean woodland. The finely decorated columns and capitals contrast with the deep green of the landscape, creating a scene that is both spiritual and soothing, typical of Catalonia’s Romanesque heritage.
Serrabone Priory, Boule d'Amont
In the heart of the Catalan Pyrenees Regional Nature Park, the lakes of the Carlit massif form a magnificent high-mountain landscape. Set amongst forests, rocky outcrops and crystal-clear waters, this iconic site in Capcir and Cerdagne is the perfect place for hiking and contemplation.
The Camporeils and Péric lakes as seen from the peaks of Formiguères
From the hillsides of the Côte Vermeille, the view takes in a striking Mediterranean landscape: an intensely blue sea, wild coves and hills covered in vineyards and garrigue. Out at sea, a few sailing boats are enjoying the calm waters, whilst the southern light reveals the full beauty of this unspoilt coastline between Banyuls-sur-Mer and Port-Vendres.
Mediterranean, Côte Vermeille
The Saint John’s Day flame is carried down from the summit of the Castillet in Perpignan during the Catalan celebrations on 23 June. In the foreground, the red and gold flag symbolises the identity of the Catalan country. This centuries-old tradition lights up the city ahead of the grand bonfire and the public festivities.
St John’s Day bonfires in Perpignan, the Ascent of the Castillet
In the heart of the Côte Vermeille hillsides, the vines cling to the sun-drenched slopes. The grapes, saturated with Mediterranean light, promise wines full of character, reflecting the unique terroir between the sea and the mountains.
Grape Harvest
Off the Côte Vermeille, a group of stand-up paddleboarders are enjoying the exceptionally clear sea.Stand-up paddleboarding, a must-try activity in the Pyrénées-Orientales, allows you to explore coves and rocky inlets at a leisurely pace, whilst admiring the seabed from the surface.Between Collioure, Banyuls-sur-Mer and Argelès-sur-Mer, stand-up paddleboarding combines sport, contemplation and a connection with Mediterranean nature.An ideal experience for families or friends, suitable for all ability levels.
Stand-up paddleboarding in the Pyrénées-Orientales
Under a clear blue sky, two stand-up paddle enthusiasts glide peacefully across the crystal-clear waters of a cove on the Côte Vermeille. Set between the turquoise sea and lush green hills, this unspoilt bay epitomises the natural beauty and Mediterranean charm of the Catalan coastline.
Sup Stand-Up Paddle at Mer Beatrice – Instructor, Enlarged View from a Distance
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Amorioles: a culinary and wine-tasting tour of the Maury vineyards. Vineyards and Wines.
A kayaking trip along the coves of the Côte Vermeille, amidst crystal-clear waters and rocky cliffs – a setting typical of the Banyuls-sur-Mer coastline.
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A breathtaking view from the ‘Le Pied dans le Vide’ footbridge in Porté-Puymorens, in the Pyrénées-Orientales. This platform, suspended on the mountainside, offers a dizzying experience and a 360° panoramic view of the snow-capped peaks of the Trio de la Haute-Cerdagne. An iconic spot from which to admire the beauty of the Catalan Pyrenees from the Porté-Puymorens ski resort.
A Foot in the Void, Trio Porté-Puymorens
A multicoloured hot-air balloon rises gently above the Cerdagne plain, bathed in the morning light. In the distance, the Pyrenean mountains frame the horizon in a peaceful atmosphere. An original way to discover the landscapes of Cerdagne from the sky.
A hot-air balloon flying over Cerdanya, taking off from Cerdanya Aerodrome
Perched on a rock, a viewpoint overlooks a vast landscape of mountains and forests. On the horizon, the peaks of the Pyrenees stand out against the golden light of late afternoon. This iconic viewpoint in the Pyrénées-Orientales invites visitors to contemplate the vastness of the region, with its unspoilt nature and endless horizons.
Font-Romeu, Cerdagne and the orientation table from the Pic de la Calme, at the end of the day.
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At dusk, the calm waters of the pond reflect the soft hues of the sky, whilst the majestic, snow-capped Canigó towers over the horizon. A blue boat drifts peacefully by, creating a poetic scene where nature, light and the mountain come together in an atmosphere of tranquillity typical of Catalonia.
Canigó, Canet Saint-Nazaire Lake
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