Welcome to Collioure

Collioure, an idyllic place on the rocky coastline, is situated in the very south of France, 26 km (approx. 15 miles) from the Spanish border. The picturesque village is nestled in an authentic environment. Its small Catalan harbor is sheltered by a quiet bay where the chain or the Pyrenees meet the Mediterranean Sea. The exceptionally sunny climate and the north wind “Tramontane” makes Collioure a unique place where well-being and Catalan "art de vivre" have their origins. You can count on having a splendid swim at one of the small coves and several sand and pebble beaches.
The Royal Castle - right in the village centre is open to the public all year round (pictured below right).

Fort of St Elme - easy 30 min. walk behind Collioure - sensational views of mountain ranges, coastline and the Pyrenees fire signal towers, used centuries ago, to warn of impending invasions. More on the fortifications.

Collioure's famous church that juts into the sea. The bell tower base is the port's ancient lighthouse.

Dominican Convent - founded in 1290 now houses an extensive wine cave and a wine interpretation centre.

Modern Art Museum - opened in 1930 now has frequent exhibitions of contemporary artist - located on Route de Port Vendres.

In centrum of Collioure you will find our nice apartment(by the railroadstation). Only 5 -10 minutes by walking to the beach for your morningbath. Click yourself into the apartment to read more...

A bit of Collioure:

- a spectacular and unspoilt fishing village dating back to the middle ages.
- over 50 cafes, wine cellars, and restaurants spilling onto narrow cobbled streets, laneways and the beachside promenande.
- the birthplace of Fauvism (1905). Derain, Matisse and Picasso lived in various houses in the village.
- where Patrick O'Brian, reclusive author, lived with his Russian wife for some 50 years, and where he wrote his most popular novels, including 'Master and Commander'.
- where the Pyrenees meet the Mediterranean and the sun shines 320 days of the year - the French Riviera of Languedoc Roussillon.
- a heady mix of French and Catalan, just 20 minutes from the Spanish border.
- the Catalan influence is everywhere from the food, language to sardane dances and local bullfights.
- food and festivals are an integral part of village life for Collioure's 2800 inhabitants.
- four swimming beaches, sandy and pebbly, ideal for vacations.
- Art Trails to explore - information about both the Fauvism (Matisse & Derain) and Mackintosh trails are available for use while in Collioure.