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Tour du Château de Laroque walks
The villages of the Albères and the EV8 from Argelès-sur-Mer
Visorando Member
20.84 mi
+719 ft
-712 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Argelès-sur-Mer (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Starting from Argelès Town Hall, explore the various villages of the Albères, then take a more leisurely return route via the EV8.There are a few small bumps to navigate. The road through the villages is shaded and quiet.The return journey along the safe EV8 route is also pleasant right up to the Argelès-sur-Mer roundabout.Please note that some sections of the EV8 are shared with motorists...Of course, this circular loop can be started from various points.
Walks near Tour du Château de Laroque
From Port-Vendres to Le Racou
6.36 mi
+715 ft
-702 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Port-Vendres (Pyrénées-Orientales)
Take the coastal path to discover the remains of numerous port defence batteries.
⚠️ Check whether the coastal path linking Argelès-sur-Mer to Cerbère is open or closed here before starting this hike.
From Cap Bear to Anse du Portell
6.37 mi
+814 ft
-843 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Port-Vendres (Pyrénées-Orientales)
From the Bear Lighthouse car park, set off to explore the superb coves and beaches. Along the route you’ll come across several forts, such as Fort Fanal and Fort Sant Elme, amongst others. You’ll walk alongside beaches and coves, as well as the magnificent Saint-Vincent Beach in Collioure with its beautiful Royal Castle. Then continue on to Anse du Portell (Ansa dels Portells) to collect your cars. A very scenic route with no major difficulties, and very pleasant to walk in fine weather, provided it’s not a heatwave.
Las Illas in Amélie-les-Bains
10.60 mi
+3,015 ft
-4,170 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Maureillas-las-Illas (Pyrénées-Orientales)
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).
From Banyuls-sur-Mer station to Collioure station via Cap Béar
9.59 mi
+1,562 ft
-1,572 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Banyuls-sur-Mer (Pyrénées-Orientales)
This hike takes you from Banyuls-sur-Mer station to Collioure station. There are frequent trains, allowing you to make the return journey. You can break up the hike at Port-Vendres station.
The route follows the coast from Banyuls to Cap Béar (Cap de Biarra), passing through Anse de Paulilles (Badia de Polilles).Then you cross Port-Vendres to climb up to Fort Saint Elme and descend with a splendid view of Collioure.
⚠️Check whether the coastal path linking Argelès-sur-Mer to Cerbère is open or closed here before starting this hike.
From Banyuls-sur-Mer to Port-Vendres via the coastal path
6.14 mi
+978 ft
-961 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Banyuls-sur-Mer (Pyrénées-Orientales)
A wild, rocky coastline, small forgotten coves, terraced vineyards that seem to hang above the waves: this is what you can expect on this hike, dotted with maritime pines and prickly pears. Along the way, the beautifully restored, history-steeped site of Paulilles and various beaches inviting you to take a dip add to the pleasure of this walk in the soft light of the Côte Vermeille.
⚠️Check whether the coastal path linking Argelès-sur-Mer to Cerbère is open or closed here before setting off on this hike.
Banyuls-sur-Mer at the Col de l'Ullat
14.49 mi
+5,272 ft
-2,201 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Banyuls-sur-Mer (Pyrénées-Orientales)
First stage of this trek to Amélie-les-Bains. A big day awaits you, but you'll be rewarded with spectacular views. Thefirst morning is physically demanding, especially if it's hot in summer. You'll climb 1,000 metres in one go. The rest of the day is more relaxed, as you'll be on the ridge.