We loved the whole experience from morning dips in our hot tub to evenings spent playing family boules, relishing the high-end yet intimate camp site experienceβ¦but looking back nearly a year later what really stands out in my memory are all the fascinating family days out we enjoyed in this idyllic corner of Catalonia.
So if medieval castles, endless sandy beaches and awesome caves are your thingβ¦get ready to be inspired for your next trip! Collioure is a traditional fishing village shadowed by the Pyrenees a short drive from the Spanish border.
Perfect for spending an afternoon exploring the medieval remains of the grand Chateau Royal de Collioure or pottering around the galleries and cafes tucked in narrow streets Collioure also boasts a number of shallow, sheltered beaches making it a hit for all ages. The lighthouse also makes a pretty impressive backdrop attracting the likes of Picasso and Matisse to feature the harbour in their artwork. Please note market days take place on Wednesdays and Sundays every week.
Once inside this underground experience is guaranteed to take your breath away as you explore the many vast caverns displaying impressive stalactites and stalagmites alongside pretty light displays and thematic music.
Make sure you take warm clothes whatever time of year you visit, the caves remain a cool temperature regardless of conditions on the surface. A visit to the caves should take about 1. The fortification was built by the Spanish to protect their northern provinces finally surrendering to the French in Today the stunning ramparts, turrets, defense walls and maze of corridors offer a magical place of exploration and history. Our children particularly enjoyed the games area where they got to try out a whole range of old skool games like hoopla and tables boules.
