Location: Prades in France
Nearest Airport:
Perpignan at 50
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Nearest Ferry:
Port Vendres at 60
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Nearest Train:
Prades at 250
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Nearest Motorway:
Perpignan sud or nord at 45
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Nearest Beach:
Canet at 58
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Nearest Ski:
Pyrenees Orientales at 50
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Nearest Restaurant:
several close by at 25
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Car: not necessary
Prades is a small market town, 45km west of Perpignan,tucked in the foothills of the Pyrenees & close to Mont Canigou. To the East, in the Tet valley, are peach & cherry orchards, olives & vines, leading to the Mediterranean beaches (45min); to the West are the Mountains, with spectacular scenery, caves & warm springs. The town itself has a Romanesque church, overlooking a shady square; cafes & restaurants spill onto the pavements. An excellent weekly market sells local produce. Both French & Catalan influences are seen in its culture, language, cuisine & festivals. Ancient churches & abbeys, picturesque villages & fortified towns reflect the area's rich history. There are nature reserves, mountain lakes & many wonderful hiking trails; the more adventurous may climb Mont Canigou (2785m). Activities include riding, mountain biking, climbing, fishing, canyoning & white-water rafting, swimming, skiing (45min), or you can relax in the thermal baths or spa. Good bus and train services.