Banyuls-sur-Mer

Banyuls-sur-Mer

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownBanyuls-sur-MerPort-Vendres at 4.3 km
Insee code66016Cerbère at 5.6 km
Postcode66650Collioure at 6 km
Latitude42.4834300Argelès-sur-Mer at 11.1 km
Longitude3.1288740Saint-André at 15 km
AltitudeFrom 0 to 965 metersSorède at 15.1 km
Surface42.43 km²Laroque-des-Albères at 16.5 km
Population4644 inhabitantsLatour-Bas-Elne at 16.9 km
Density111 inhabitants/km²Palau-del-Vidre at 16.9 km
National labelsSaint-Cyprien at 18.1 km
Chief townPerpignan (at 38 km, 41 min)Saint-Cyprien-Plage at 18.2 km
DepartmentPyrénées-OrientalesSaint-Génis-des-Fontaines at 18.3 km
RegionLanguedoc-RoussillonSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Nestled in the Pyrenees, a beach, a port, the vines are what you learn on reaching Banyuls-sur-Mer. Your interests will then push through the streets of Cape Osne then a little further to the Puig del Mas, a former Roman oppidum where the spirit of the village remains the strongest. In addition, to the Col de Banyuls, lie the vineyards. It is on this land gives rise to that noble and rare wine that bears the name "Banyuls". Your walk in the hinterland will take you through plantations mimosas, olive trees, prickly pears, until Maillol Museum, where works are held by the great artist. Then you will walk on the waterfront that takes you to the port. Both picturesque fishing port and marina, bordered by the Allées Maillol, it is animated by the artists' studios and the Aquarium was established in 1885 by the University of Paris. Boat trips and scuba diving will take you to the discovery of cliffs and caves, an exceptional flora and fauna of a unique nature reserve. In the evening, enjoy the inevitable aperitif on the terrace of a cafe, the sound of the Sardana.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Aquarium Arago:
  • The oldest aquarium in the Mediterranean, founded in 1885 by the University of Paris. The flora and fauna of the coast contained in 40 boxes of decorations made submarines powered by natural running seawater.
  • Information: Tel. : +33 4 68 88 73 39 - Fax: +33 4 68 88 16 99 - e-mail: Nuria.Alonso @ obs-banyuls.fr
  • Hours: Open from 9am to 12pm and from 14h to 18h30 every day. In July and August: from 9h to 13h and from 14h to 20h30.
  • Aristide Maillol Museum:
  • Visit: 40 minutes.
  • Information: Tel: +33 4 68 88 57 11.
  • Opening hours: Winter (October 1 to April 30): open from 10am to 12pm and from 14h to 17h - Summer (May 2 to September 30): open from 10am to 12pm and from 16h to 19h. Open daily except Mondays and January 1, Easter Monday, 1 and 8 May, Ascension Day, Whit Monday, 14 July 15 August 1 and November 11 25 December.
  • Tomb Aristide Maillol: Visit of the farm throughout the year (the same place as the museum). On the tomb you can admire the statue of the artist "the Mediterranean".
  • Vineyard: Appellations of Origin Collioure, Banyuls and Banyuls Grand Cru.
  • Activities: Hiking, scuba diving, fishing and boat trips, sailing, sea kayaking, underwater trail (range Peyrefite), horse riding,
  • Mediterranean Garden: 3-hectare park located on the heights of Banyuls and dedicated to the presentation of the flora and fauna local terrestrial. Many points of information and activities you will also address, in a playful way, these organizations often unknown and discover, through local examples, the fabulous history of biodiversity (fun workshops for children). Open from April to September.
  • Circuit marked the Cape in the center of NASO: Superb arrowed in the narrow streets of old Banyuls, above the arches overlooking the bay and beach. Flower-decked streets, old wells and beautiful facades are to be discovered on this visit.
  • Spa: Spa located in the town of Banyuls-sur-Mer. Open from late February to late November, many forms of treatments, access to a fitness marine completely renovated swimming pool with thalatonique course, sauna and steam room. Theme nights and dancing on Thursday evenings on the terrace of the restaurant (panoramic view of Banyuls). Information +33 4 68 98 36 66.
Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Banyuls
Information pointsTourist Office of Banyuls-sur-Mer
Leisure centresAquarium of Banyuls-sur-Mer,   Beach of the Centre Hélio Marin,   Beach of the Elmes,   Beach of the Petite crique,   Central Beach of Banyuls sur Mer,   Marina of Banyuls-sur-Mer
Natural sitesCape Rederis,   Cape of the Abeille,   Pass of Banyuls

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • 3rd weekend of January: Feast of the Orange Fair in Orange, local produce, entertainment.
  • Weekend of Ascension: Festival Flamenco "Flamenco Ascension" courses, concerts, shows, demonstrations ...
  • Pentecost Sunday: Day of Goodwill (Mas Day) picnic and various animations.
  • The second weekend of July: Catalan Festival: exhibitions, sea shanties, parades in traditional costumes, human pyramids and balls.
  • 4th weekend of July: Festival Del Puig Mas (old Banyuls): shows and animations.
  • The second weekend of August: Grand Festival Sardanes.
  • 3rd weekend of August: Festa Major: village festival with dances, sardanes, fireworks and various animations.
  • The second weekend of October: Great Harvest Festival: Tasting of the vintage, music, lunch on the beach (open to all) balls.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Water park "Aqualand" in Saint-Cyprien (30 km) open from mid-June to early September.
  • Workshop glassblowers, Palau-del-Vidre (20 km), open all year round, 7 / 7.
  • "The Valley of the Tortoises" at Sorède (18 km), open all year.
  • Col de Banyuls (natural border with Spain).
PHOTOS
Bay of Banyuls
 
Street of old Banyuls
Young girl lying (bronze by Maillol)
 
Harvest Festival
Vineyard Banyuls-sur-Mer
 
Creeks of Banyuls-sur-Mer
Range Banyuls-sur-Mer
 
Hiking coastline Banyuls-sur-Mer
Spa
 
Spa - Fitness marine
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 4°C - Max. 11°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. 6°C - Max. 14°C
Friday 17 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 14°C
RESTAURANTS 
La Tramontane
Argelès-sur-Mer
Nestled between the 'allée des écureuils' and 'boulevard de la Méditerranée in Argeles-Plage, the Tramontana Restaurant offers Mediterranean original cooking, impregnated with a strong...
Located 11.4 km from Banyuls-sur-MerFrom 15 € to 30 € per person 
Are Y sem
Argelès-sur-Mer
At the heart of nature, on several acres, on the terrace or in its air-conditioned room, the restaurant week Are there Argeles sur mer - Pyrenees Orientales is the perfect place to...
Located 13.7 km from Banyuls-sur-MerFrom 15 € to 30 € per person 
L'Ancienne Ecole
Palau-del-Vidre
In a typically Catalan, pleasant and friendly, we offer both traditional dishes as innovative culinary ideas. Come and convince yourself by visiting us.
Located 16.9 km from Banyuls-sur-MerFrom 25 € to 40 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le Chai Catalan    SPECIAL OFFER
Ortaffa
Close to Collioure and Spain, 12 km from the sea, an ancient winery converted with taste and originality, offering 4 guest rooms with all mod cons, private lounge, garden and swimming...
Located 19.9 km from Banyuls-sur-MerFrom 85 € to 95 € the double room 
Ancienne Gare    
9
Brouilla
Charming guest rooms in an old restored train station.
Located 21 km from Banyuls-sur-Mer72 € the double room 
Chambres d'hotes L Jonqueres d'Oriola    
9.2
Corneilla-del-Vercol
3 bed and breakfast of charm (including 1 suite) in a mansion of the 18th century. www.bed-and-breakfast-corneilla.com.
Located 22 km from Banyuls-sur-Mer65 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Thalacap catalogne
Banyuls-sur-Mer
Dominating the Bay of Banyuls sur mer in France (15 km from Spain), the hotel offers fully-equipped accommodation. The restaurant offers a view overlooking the sea and serves tasty...
Located in Banyuls-sur-MerFrom 422 € to 721 € per week 
Studio à collioure pour 2 personnes  
8.4
Collioure
Comfortable studio in Collioure, on the first floor of a small building in a nice quiet building, well maintained and closed near the sea and shops. Comprising an entrance hall with...
Located 5.5 km from Banyuls-sur-MerFrom 280 € to 420 € per week 
Mas saint laurent
Argelès-sur-Mer
Great apartment very comfortable, with a large panoramic terrace, in a exceptional location, between sea and mountains. The apartment is located on the first floor of a farmhouse on...
Located 9.8 km from Banyuls-sur-MerFrom 350 € to 850 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Village Club Le Méditerranée Argelès   
8.4
  SPECIAL OFFER
Argelès-sur-Mer
Le Méditerranée is a holiday village, located within idyllic surroundings, near the sea and the mountain. Mobil homes, gîte (little house) and natural cottage with terrace and garden...
Located 12.6 km from Banyuls-sur-Mer 
Camping les oliviers    
8.1
Le Boulou
Camping with beautiful mountain views and exceptionally mild climate, offering you numerous possibilities to enjoy your leisure time. Including walking or climbing the mountains, horse...
Located 24 km from Banyuls-sur-MerFrom 14.50 € to 20 € per day 
Camping de la Vallée    
8.9
Saint-Jean-Pla-de-Corts
Between sea and mountains, camping in the Valley is ideally located for a relaxing and full of discovery. Just 2.5 km from the A9, it will be the ideal place for your steps, but will...
Located 28 km from Banyuls-sur-MerFrom 12 € to 17.10 € per day 

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HOTELS
Le Catalan     
7.8
Banyuls-sur-Mer
Le Catalan is located in Banyuls sur Mer, just 500 metres from the port and a 10-minute walk from the village centre. It offers 2 outdoor swimming pools with views of the sea. A private...
Located in Banyuls-sur-MerRoom from 64 €
Solhotel     
7.5
Banyuls-sur-Mer
The Solhotel is located in Banyuls-Sur-Mer, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. It has air-conditioned guestrooms with LCD TVs, balconies with panoramic sea views and free Wi-Fi. Guests...
Located in Banyuls-sur-MerRoom from 85 €
Thalacap Catalogne     
7.4
Banyuls-sur-Mer
Thalacap Catalogne is 2 km from the seaside village of Banyuls-sur-Mer. It offers 2 pools, a spa and wellness centre and a Catalan restaurant with panoramic views of the Mediterranean....
Located in Banyuls-sur-MerRoom from 50 €

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