Eyne

Eyne

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownEyne
Insee code66075
Postcode66800
Latitude42.4744150
Longitude2.0796790
AltitudeFrom 1470 to 2827 meters
Surface20.36 km²
Population131 inhabitants
Density6 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelLlo at 2.5 km
Chief townPerpignan (at 87 km, 86 min)Bolquère at 3.1 km
DepartmentPyrénées-OrientalesSaillagouse at 3.8 km
RegionLanguedoc-RoussillonSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Typical Catalan village, located on the Cambre d'Aze, Eyne is inhabited since Neolithic times and is named after former basque which means cow's milk.


SIGHTSEEING

Eyne is a small traditional village boasting a stunning natural setting with a nature reserve with a remarkable ecological diversity, and especially its flora. The Valley of Flowers is a site of global importance including the conservation of bumblebees. The house of the valley and its bistro country you will find exhibits, a botanical garden and culinary specialties of the region.

The church of Saint-Michel Eyne worth a look, you will also find a wealth of period including the Neolithic dolmen Pascarets of the menhir of Bassous, that of Pla del Bosc, and a bridge megalithic .

The ski resorts Eyne and Saint-Pierre dels Forcats came together to give rise to the Espace Cambre d'Aze, a ski resort with 35 km of ski runs, 22 runs (10 green, 3 blue, 7 red and 2 black), 14 modules and circuits snowpark forest trails and snowshoe trails.

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Eyne
Natural sitesPass of Nuria

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

In February: Day Tracker, discovery workshops trades mountain pla of Cambre d'Aze with many professionals.

In February: Snow and Mountain Event, ski races and the initiation of sled dogs.

In February: Feast of the winter ski resort with makeup, costumes, wine and hot chocolate!

Mid-June: F'estive, celebration of mountain world and the growing herds to mountain pastures.

June 23: The fires of Saint Jean, traditional Catalan feast around a bonfire.

In July or August: The Cambre d'Aze under the stars on the ceiling Cambre d'Aze becomes the space of one evening a hotbed of star gazing and awareness in astronomy. Conference, diurnal and nocturnal observations.

Fin octobre : Festa de les bruixes, la fête du navet et de l'automne à Eyne avec le réputé canard au navets.

The torchlight descents (during school holidays): Event traditional ski schools Cambre d'Aze.

December: Christmas Market at the foot of the slopes Eyne with the visit of Saint Nicolas and his donkey, distributing sweets to young and old lovers!

December 24: Arrival at the foot of the slopes with Santa Claus distributing sweets and hot chocolate.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Saint-Pierre-dels-convict is the second village on the Cambre d'Aze, the church of Saint Pierre dels Forcats is a church that is well worth the detour, it is known for his altarpieces.

The region of La Cerdanya is known for its solar installations which are due to the quality of its sunshine, with more than 300 days per year and the purity of its atmosphere. It has three solar power plants, the solar furnace at Mont Louis, the solar furnace and central Odeillo Themis.

The citadel of Mont-Louis, 5 minutes of Cambre d'Aze, the citadel of Mont-Louis is the highest fortified town of France, it was created by Vauban in 1679. The citadel of Mont-Louis is world heritage of UNESCO.

The region also has 3 beautiful spas: Llo, Dorres and baths of St. Thomas who are all within 30 minutes of Cambre d'Aze.

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Foie gras duck & poultry farmLocal flavoursFreeErr (5.2 km)
Introduction to laser biathlonSports sensations33 €La Llagonne (6.6 km)
Fish for zander and pike in the PyreneesSports sensationsFrom 110 € to 120 €Angoustrine-Villeneuve-des-Escaldes (10.3 km)
Horse ride in the mountainsNature and the outdoorsFrom 13 € to 23 €Matemale (12.2 km)

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WEATHER
Tuesday 21 May
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Wednesday 22 May
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Thursday 23 May
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RESTAURANTS 
La Chaumière  
9.5
Font-Romeu-Odeillo-Via
Nestled in the beautiful ski resort of Font-Romeu, La Chaumière welcomes you in the warm setting of a rustic cabin. A table, you will have the pleasure of enjoying traditional cuisine...
Located 4.6 km from Eyne45 € per person 
Le Luvintia  
7.8
  SPECIAL OFFER
Bourg-Madame
Just steps from the Spanish border, in the town of Bourg-Madame, Le Luvintia restaurant welcomes you in a neat and nicely decorated in warm colors. A delightful gastronomical halt to...
Located 11.8 km from Eyne34 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
L'Orri de Planès Gîte Auberge Ecologique    
9.5
Planès
The Orri de Planès is a unique family run eco-lodge that combines comfort, design and environmental consciousness with a friendly, international atmosphere. Located on the Trans-Pyrenees...
Located 5.1 km from EyneFrom 40 € to 70 € the double room 
Auberge Cal Xandera    
9.4
Angoustrine-Villeneuve-des-Escaldes
A 18th century farm in the heart Angoustrine the Catalan Pyrenees. For a quiet, simple getaway or seasonal vacation, Jean-marc and Flora welcome you and offer you the comforts of individually...
Located 10.6 km from Eyne62 € the double room 
La Fontaine    
8.6
Olette
La Fontaine, in the Pyrenees National Park, is ideally situated between the sea and the mountains and is the perfect base for walkers and history lovers. There are 5 comfortable en-suite...
Located 18.1 km from EyneFrom 69 € to 84 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Résidence Roca del Sol
Font-Romeu-Odeillo-Via
Apartment 4 rooms of a total area of 80 m² with a balcony terrace overlooking the balcony of Cerdanya and the solar oven Odeillo: 1 kitchen, living room of 20 m² equipped with a sofa...
Located 3.7 km from EyneFrom 350 € to 700 € per week 
Chaletcerdan  
9.6
  SPECIAL OFFER
Saillagouse
Typical mountain house rental center Saillagouse (1,400 mts. Altitude). With sauna, fireplace, garden & grill. Parquet floor. Stone walls of the Pyrenees or cream color. Fireplace biomass...
Located 3.9 km from EyneFrom 355 € to 570 € per week 
Résidence loisirs Roca Del Sol  
7.2
Font-Romeu-Odeillo-Via
Apartment 4 rooms of a total area of 80 m² kitchen, living room: 20 m² equipped with an oven, a 4 plate gas hob, microwave, range hood, dishwasher, washing machine, réfrigérateu- freezer,...
Located 4.7 km from EyneFrom 350 € to 700 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Huttopia Font-Romeu  
Font-Romeu-Odeillo-Via
Located in the south of France (Catalan Pyrénées), Huttopia Font-Romeu offers exceptional views to the mountains. The camping is situated in a forest, at the entrance to the village...
Located 5 km from Eyne 
Le P'Tit Bonheur    
9
Escaro
Located in a remarkable preserved natural site, in the middle of the Regional Natural reserve of the Catalan Pyrenees, in full nature. Shaded sites in terraces, water level for the...
Located 20 km from EyneFrom 10 € to 15 € per day 
Camping Domaine St Martin***    
8.2
Casteil
At an altitude of 800 metres you can enjoy peace and quiet in a beautiful scenery. Domaine Saint Martin is situated in the Eastern Pyrenees, in the centre of the Parc Naturel Régional...
Located 27 km from EyneFrom 12.05 € to 21.70 € per day 

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HOTELS
Le Catalan     
7.2
Mont-Louis
Set on the heights of the Pyrénées Catalanes Regional Park, this hotel offers guest rooms with free Wi-Fi access and a TV. Bolquère ski resort is located 8 km away. Each guest room...
Located 2.9 km from EyneRoom from 42 €
Hotel L'ancienne Auberge     
8.2
Bolquère
This Logis hotel provides en suite accommodation in the heart of the Pyrenees Catalanes Regional Natural Park. It has a restaurant, free Wi-Fi and free parking. L'Ancienne Auberge rooms...
Located 3.1 km from EyneRoom from 53 €
Hôtel Lassus Restaurant Cal Valbour     
8.4
Bolquère
The Hôtel Lassus is located in the Pyrénées town of Bolquère. It has a terrace, bar and en-suite guestrooms with TV, free Wi-Fi and panoramic mountain views. The Restaurant Cal Valbour...
Located 3.2 km from EyneRoom from 50 €

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