Elne

Elne

Travel guide and tourist information

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At the heart of Roussillon and Catalonia, north (Pyrenees-Orientales) and near the Empordà (Catalonia south - Spain), the city has illibérienne in a single framework, an old heritage and traditions are still alive.

2600 years of history: On Illiberis to Elne?? Diocese of the 6th to the 19th century, the city has kept the traces of successive civilizations and men who built it. Its majestic cathedral and cloister of marble (XII-XIV century) testify to its glorious past, while museums of History and Archaeology, Museum of Modern Art Terrus, galleries, craftsmen, the festivals "Elne Piano Fortissimo" and "Music in Catalonia Romane, as well as the Maternity Castle in Switzerland Bardou show a long artistic tradition and humanist.

• The cloister and the Cathedral: The Story Episcopal Elne 568 until 1801, has bequeathed to the city an imposing Romanesque cathedral of the 11th century, Sainte Eulalie Sainte Julie, and a cloister of marble veined (XII-XIV century), the iconography unique and diverse.
• The Museum of History within the chapter of the monastery, he tells of the history of the city. You can admire the cabinet and the cathedral's liturgical paintings Gothic (fourteenth century) as well as statues of the Virgin from the gates of the Lower Town (twelfth-thirteenth century).
• The Museum of Archaeology: in the cloister, he presents the artefacts from the Neolithic to the Middle Ages, from various sites Elne.
• The Maternity Switzerland-Castle in Bardou: a page insolently happy on a sad chapter in our history. In 1939-1944, 600 children rescued from refugee camps or Spanish Jews were born in this enclave of peace by Elizabeth Eidenbenz and Swiss relief organizations.
• The Museum of Modern Art Terrus:

• Watercolors and oils Terrus Etienne (1857-1922), a passion for light and landscape of Roussillon, a friend of Matisse, Derain, Marquet and Camoin with whom it shares inspiration and artistic interests. The upper floors of the museum hosting the works of contemporary artists who have stayed Elne well as temporary exhibitions. Aristide Maillol (1861-1944): the sculptor of Banyuls-sur-Mer to create a version of Pomona Elne who chairs the memorial but also a bust of his friend Terrus. Violet Gustave (1873-1952): bulwark of the Garraf, reliefs carved in honor of benefactors Elne are a tribute to the Catalan soil.
• Terrus The museum is open every day: from November to March: from 9:30 to 11:45 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m., April-May: from 9:30 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.; October from 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m., June to September: from 9:30 a.m. to 6:45 p.m.. Closed: December 25, 1 January and 1 May
• Tours, workshops, games for children (3-12years) in July and August by appointment the rest of the year.
• Tel: +33 4 68 22 88 88.

• Festival International "Elne Piano Fortissimo": every third weekend of July.

• Concerts in the Cathedral of prestige concerts and discoveries in space Gavroche, contemporary place.
• Information and reservations: Municipal Department of Tourism: Tel: +33 4 68 22 05 07 - Email: contact@ot-elne.fr

Monday 13 February Day Night Min. -1°C - Max. 5°C

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 9°C

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. 4°C - Max. 9°C

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 3.1 km from Elne From 25 € to 40 € 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 4.7 km from Elne From 15 € to 30 € per person

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 7.2 km from Elne From 15 € to 30 € per person

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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 3.3 km from Elne 65 € the double room

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 4.3 km from Elne From 85 € to 95 € the double room

Domaine du Mas Bazan   Alénya It winds through vineyards and orchards... At the end of the road stretches Mas Bazan. Two steps from the beach, near the city of Perpignan, this impressive mas catalan pebbles and... Located 5.4 km from Elne From 67 € to 135 € the double room

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Clos du mas la senia à argeles sur mer Argelès-sur-Mer Mas cottages in the Senia (property of 600 m ²) situated between sea and mountains, 3 villas with 2 apartments each, 1 ground floor, 1 upstairs, fully independent. Each with its garden... Located 4.7 km from Elne From 400 € to 900 € per week

Loue mobil home Argelès-sur-Mer S rent in Argeles Wed beautiful 32m ² mobile home in the campground 5 *. Site (www.camping-lasirene.fr) shaded Very well equipped, max 6 people. 1 double bedroom shower sink cupboards.... Located 4.8 km from Elne From 300 € to 1300 € per week

Le soleil de Saint-Cyp vous attend Saint-Cyprien-Plage A few minutes walk from a superb sandy beach, offering a splendid panorama of the Albera. Our holiday house is located in the residence of capelin, bordering the marina of the same... Located 5.3 km from Elne From 385 € to 685 € per week

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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 5.8 km from Elne

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 13.7 km from Elne From 14.50 € to 20 € per day

La pergola     8.8 Sainte-Marie At 400 m from the beach, the pergola on a shady park, quiet family home with swimming pool. Located 14.9 km from Elne 28 € per day

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Logis Hotel Cara Sol      8.5 Elne Located in the historic centre of Elne, this air-conditioned hotel is just 4 km from Saint-Cyprien Beach. The guest rooms offer a view of the Canigou Mountains and free Wi-Fi access.... Located in Elne Room from 73 €

Le Belvedere      8 Saint-Cyprien Le Belvedere is located in the Catalan village of Saint Cyprien, 4 km from the sea. It offers panoramic views of the Mediterranean and the Pyrenees and has a pool. The guest rooms... Located 2.9 km from Elne Room from 49 €

Les Demeures Torrellanes  Latour-Bas-Elne This residence located just 7 minutes’ drive from Saint Cyprien Plage and its beach, is 4 km from Elne Train Station. It offers villas for up to 6 people, an outdoor swimming pool and... Located 3 km from Elne Room from 44 €

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