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Collioure
Collioure is found on the Languedoc coast, just north of the border with Spain.
Historically a fishing village, Collioure attracted many artists in the early 20th century including Matisse and Derain, and was central to the fauvist movement in art. Picasso also passed some time in the town.
The town is now a pleasant place to stop if you are exploring this coastline, with a couple of small beaches, and the vineyards and mountains accessible behind the town.
There are two particular sights in the town. The church, Notre-Dame-des-Anges, sits almost in the harbour and its belltower previously acted as the lighthouse. The second sight is the castle that dominates the town, the Royal Castle, once occupied by the templars.
It is the region between these two monuments that will most interest you, with cobbled streets to explore, pretty pastel-painted houses, and palm trees lining the seafront.
Be sure to try one of the seafood restaurants along the waterfront in Collioure - their anchovies are especially highly regarded.
Collioure: tourist information, map, travel plans and gites
Plan a visit to Collioure, France
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PV Holidays, Collioure
[Collioure] Residence Maeva Les Balcons de Collioure: Facing the sea with an outstanding view of the bay; 1 km from the main beaches, centre and shops; Ideal for walks beside the sea
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Map of Collioure, France |
Places to visit - Collioure
- Banyuls Wine and harbour town
- Elne Town
- Perpignan Large university town
- Argeles-sur-Mer Seaside resort
Any places listed above are within about 20-25 km (as the crow flies)
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