Visit the region
Portel de Corbières is located in the heart of the Narbonnaise Regional Park and as its name indicates means the Porte des Corbières with the addition of: the Mediterranean at 10 km, Narbonne at 15 km, Perpignan at 40 km, Carcassonne at 60 km and Spain 65 kms.
To better enjoy the Region, you will receive a free guide including a selection of the best tourist sites, vineyards and authentic villages.
Here are some getaway ideas:
THE CATHARIC CASTLES
Aguilar, Arques, Lastours, Peyrepertuse, Puilaurens, Puivert, Quéribus,... perched on ridges, spurs, cliffs or gorges, erected on the edge of the sky, ghostly and proud, these medieval castles defy space and brave centuries. In the footsteps of these great mystical wanderers who were the Cathars, from the Pyrenees to the Corbières, take the trails to discover the secret paths of History...
Narbonne
Since its foundation, Narbonne has remained the obligatory crossing point between Italy, Spain, the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, the Massif Central and the Pyrenees, the crossroads of Southern Europe... Discover its historical heritage.
The entire city can be explored on foot, but you can also take advantage of the bicycles provided free of charge by Vinci Park. So, starting from the Parking des Halles, you can stroll around the different architectural or historical sites. If you want to take another look at this exceptional territory, the water coaches will take you along the Canal de la Robine.
Experience the incomparable atmosphere of the Halles de Narbonne and go eat “Chez Bebelle”.
Sit at the counter and order one of your choice of grilled specialties. Watch the ballet of butchers, charcutiers and cheese makers who will deliver the piece of meat you have chosen as soon as your order is taken.
You will fall under the spell of this unmissable place where good humor and conviviality are the law.
BAGES AND SIGEAN PONDS, ST. LUCIA ISLAND AND THE REGION’S BEACHES
CARCASSONNE
No doubt there is nowhere in Europe such a complete and formidable ensemble of defenses from the 6th, 12th and 13th centuries, such an interesting subject of study and a more picturesque situation. To visit in all seasons.
The photo of the fireworks is by Cyril Almeras ( http://www.cyrilalmeras.com/index.php?lang=en )
FONTFROIDE ABBEY
The Abbey of Fontfroide in its rose-filled setting will lull you with its Gregorian chants.
THE AFRICAN RESERVE OF SIGEAN
Located 4 km from the Relais de Tamaroque, the African Reserve is a semi-natural animal park which houses more than 3,800 animals on nearly 300 hectares.
You will complete a 6 km journey by car through the livestock parks. You will then explore on foot numerous viewing parks which will introduce you to the life of African antelopes, Champanzees, Giraffes and Reptiles: turtles, alligators, snakes, etc.
https://www.reserveafricainesigean.fr/en/
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