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The Chapel of Saint-Philippe and La Font Sant Martí in Le Boulou
Short hike with a slight incline on the first part of the route.
The Chemin de Vivès and the Sentier du Liège from Saint-Jean-Pla-de-Corts
From Saint-Jean-Pla-de-Corts, these two marked trails lead up to Vivès and then Llauro*.
A beautiful hike on wide, comfortable paths and tracks, which can be split into two.
The markings are visible in the direction described.
The return from Llauro is along a ridge path and then, from ::12:, along a DFCI track.
Not recommended for those who do not like wide tracks and paths.
Fortunately, the landscape makes up for this monotony.
The six fountains and the Coll de l'Espinassa from Montesquieu-des-Albères
A beautiful, steady climb to Coll de l'Espinassa (Espinàs). It is entirely possible to follow the track to the large picnic area in order to maintain a constant gradient.There are no fewer than six working fountains on the way to the pass (10). Then there is a very steep descent to the picnic area passed on the way there (6). And a pleasant return to the village.During the hike, sheltered from the tramontane wind, there are views of the Roussillon plain, Les Aspres and Canigou.
The GPX track is necessary on this route given the paths taken, which are not necessarily maintained.It is possible to do this hike in the opposite direction, starting from the Trois Vents fountain (6), so that the return trip along the track is less steep. The aim of the hike is to reach the Coll de l'Espinàs (10), and the return journey can simply be made by the same route.
Puig Sant Cristau via the Col de Llinas
This route will take you via the Col de Llinas to Puig Sant Cristau and its chapel, offering magnificent 360° panoramic views.
Pic Néoulous - Col de l'Ouillat
This hike allows you to discover the Albères national forest and offers magnificent views of the Mediterranean coast to the east, the Roussillon plain to the north, Catalonia to the south and Canigou to the west.
A dolmen, a refuge, a snow well from Laroques-des-Albères
Half-day hikes with a significant elevation gain.
Visit the heritage site in the heart of a forest consisting mainly of holm oaks and cork oaks.
The refuge, in a beautiful open location, is the destination of this hike.
GPX track strongly recommended. The path is marked (more or less clearly) except between (10) and (11) and between (12) and in the direction described.
The Two Fountains circuit
Hike to discover the fountains of Laroque-des-Albères: the Font dels Simiots and amazing animals which, according to legend, kidnapped babies and came to settle near the fountain after being dislodged from Arles-sur-Tech; the Font de la Vernosa, a well-preserved, beautiful fountain from where one has a magnificent view of the plain of Roussillon.
Ascent to Pic du Néoulous
E-MTB route, only on DFCI trails, with no technical difficulty. The goal is to reach Pic du Néoulous, the highest point of the Albères mountain range, to admire a superb view covering both Spain and the Côte Vermeille coastline.
Chapels of Sant Amanç and Vallpuig from Montauriol
The hike is mainly on beautiful trails, mostly wooded and dotted with various information panels. There are many beautiful landscapes. Unfortunately, two chapels are closed along the route (20 April 2023), but there is an old well and an information panel explaining how the forest landscape is maintained through traditional pastoral farming.This hike is called the Iron Trail, used by the Romans to transport iron from the Batère mines. It passes through the pretty hamlet of Els Hostalets.This hike can be done by mountain bike.
Las Illas in Amélie-les-Bains
Third day of this crossing of the Albères.This is the greenest part of the route as it is mainly through forest.You will pass by the highest point of Roc de France (Roca de Frausa) with a magnificent panorama over a large part of the Eastern Pyrenees and Canigou (Canigó).
The Pic des Quatre Termes and the Massane Forest Nature Reserve
Discover the Massane Forest Nature Reserve, one of the few examples of ancient forest in France, with magnificent views of the Roussillon plain and the Côte Vermeille.
The tour of Lake Villeneuve-de-la-Raho
A pleasant walk around the Villeneuve de la Raho lake with a semi-wild section where you can see a large number of birds.
The Massane Tower from La Vall
Almost the entire hike is in the shade, under a forest of cork oak trees.
The slope is quite steep in the first part. The effort is rewarded by a beautiful 360° view from the tower.
Moderator's addition on 17/05/2021: Do not rely solely on the map; please read the warnings in the description and reviews
It is risky to venture onto the road to La Vall (parking problems, traffic restrictions, etc.).
Since 05/05/2023: it is no longer permitted to use this access road between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. due to the risk of fire.
Agullana and the bunker
This walk takes about an hour and a half to two hours including time to explore the bunker. The whole walk is very easy.
Around Amélie-les-Bains
This route will allow you to explore the surroundings of Amélie-les-Bains, namely Montbolo, where there is an orientation table, and Palalda, a village with a medieval feel.
Circular on the heights of Argelès-sur-Mer
A beautiful hike with stunning views of the Ermitage Notre-Dame de Vie, the town of Argelès, the port and the sea.
Short technical section with a steep, rocky climb, a mix of tracks and tarmac paths. Stunning views guaranteed, but little shade in summer...
Roc Sant Salvador - France-Spain border from Montalbà d'Amélie
This is a very difficult hike due to the steep incline on certain sections.Passage through Collada Sant Marti, Roc de la Sentinella, and Coll de la Dona Morta.A good sense of direction and the GPX track are essential. But your efforts will be rewarded by the magnificent scenery.NOTE: the final ascent of Roc Salvador is reserved for experienced hikers who are not prone to vertigo.Shortcut possible from Coll Cerdà ⁴. The climb to Roc can be avoided ².