Leucate

Leucate

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Leucate
Insee code	11202
Postcode	11370
Latitude	42.9103039
Longitude	3.0281630
Altitude	From 0 to 70 meters
Surface	23.55 km²
Population	4103 inhabitants
Density	174 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
National labels			La Franqui at 4.1 km (8 min)
Chief town	Carcassonne (at 88 km, 53 min)		Caves at 7.2 km (7 min)
Department	Aude		Port-Leucate at 9.1 km (9 min)
Region	Languedoc-Roussillon		Search another town

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Leucate is a real common plural, the singularity appears. It is the gateway to the Regional Natural Park of Narbonne in the Mediterranean.

This former island became peninsula today is still the center of a marine environment, nestled between its 16 km of Mediterranean coastline and 31 km from the shores of ponds, channels, islands and basins port. Leucate consists of four distinct urban entities between which extend three large protected natural areas, of great interest.

Activities close to nature which are the main resources of the municipality:

Viticulture, almost a century of tradition. Grapes, sun, soil, three major ingredients to create exceptional products.

Fishing and oyster farming, tradition again, if the first few difficulties, shellfish are booming, and many healthy eaters who pay homage to the oyster leucatoise.

Olives, almonds and honey production is just enough to feed the hungry and friends Leucatois tourists.

• Leucate-range and large sandy beach for relaxation.
• Trails Leucate two trails:

• In the furrows of the vineyard, a 7 km loop.
• In the furrows of the shepherd: a 5 km loop with a variation along the cliff 2 km with a remarkable view of the coastline.

• The pond Leucate covering half the surface of the joint has a certain ecological richness and landscape, but also very fragile incentive to protect it: it is a listed site ZNIEFF (Fauna Natural Area of ​​Interest and Flora).
• The set of dominant Leucate three urban areas that surround it, is a listed site. Some plants outstanding or very few have found refuge and some 300,000 birds of a hundred different species passing through or staying.
• The range of Coussoules: a natural Natura 2000, protected and only on the coast. The sand runs particularly his rug tan lovers who discover yachting paradise here. This huge wild beach attracts every year more and more visitors looking for the sense of freedom it provides.

• The World Wind: meets annually and the best kite funboardeurs the moment. Stage of the championship. Period: Easter.
• Sol y Fiesta: village festival. Street performances take place during three nights. Day, bandas, tapas and entertainment. Period: Ascension.
• Voice of Stars: festival of film dubbing, film preview, lecture, debate. Period: All Saints holidays.

• Leucate is located in the heart of an area rich in tourist sites to visit:

• The Cathar castles and the gorges of Galamus.
• The city of Carcassonne.
• Fortress Salses.
• The African reserve Sigean.
• Abbey Lagrasse.
• Fontfroide Abbey.

All leisure activities around Leucate

Stroll along the cliffs		Flora of the cliff
House downtown Leucate		The old telegraph
Flamingos on the Salses-Leucate		Canigou in the distance rising to 2784 m
Landscapes and walking around Leucate		In furrows of the shepherd, variant Sea
cliff		Redoubt High Franqui
La Franqui view of the cliff		The beach of La Franqui
The world's wind in April in La Franqui

Friday 24 May Day Night Min. 10°C - Max. 15°C

Saturday 25 May Day Night Min. 7°C - Max. 14°C

Sunday 26 May Day Night Min. 10°C - Max. 14°C

Les maisons de monsieur pierre     9.9 Leucate Take a break in Leucate. In the Department of Aude, on the seaside of the Mediterranean Sea, Monique and Pierre will welcome you all year around in their B&B. 2 accommodations on location... Located in Leucate From 65 € to 95 € the double room

La Rassada Eco B&B   Feuilla Ideally situated between the mountains and the sea for exploring the Cathar Castles, walking and hiking, and beautiful beaches just 20 mins away. On the edge of a quiet winemaking village... Located 9.9 km from Leucate 90 € the double room

Le patio des cigales     8.5 Roquefort-des-Corbières Marc and Marie welcome you in an old vineyard house of the nineteenth century, where simplicity and?? Love of old buildings will be complicit?? Discovery of local heritage. During your... Located 10.8 km from Leucate 50 € the double room

All beds & breakfasts around Leucate

T2 front de mer à La Franqui La Franqui Apartment T2, the first floor in gated. Hall, 1 bedroom (bed 140) with balcony overlooking courtyard, 1 cabin (bunk beds), bathroom with WC, fully equipped kitchenette, living room... Located 2.4 km from Leucate From 450 € to 700 € per week

Residence la pecherie ii   8.4 Le Barcarès Terraced house in a quiet residence located 500 meters from the beach and within walking distance of the lake, the Casino Barrière, Aqualand, Thalasso center, cinema, close to shopping... Located 8.1 km from Leucate From 260 € to 650 € per week

Gite dans maison de village Roquefort-des-Corbières Cottage in the first and second floor of a house situated in the village of Roquefort Corbieres. Area: 70 sqm. 1st floor: living room / kitchen of 40m ² with dishwasher, electric oven... Located 10.8 km from Leucate From 400 € to 550 € per week

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Camping sunelia les tropiques     8 Torreilles At 400 meters from the beach, direct access to the sea, Sunêlia Tropics accede to your every need... Two swimming pools, eight hectares of lush vegetation, services, restaurant, mini... Located 15.9 km from Leucate From 17.50 € to 47 € per day

Camping le lamparo   Sainte-Marie 3 star family campsite located at 1500 m from the sea and 50 m from the shops. New for 2012 Rental and wellness area (hammam, sauna, whirlpool and fitness). Heated pool. Located 19.6 km from Leucate From 12 € to 29 € per day

La pergola     8.4 Sainte-Marie At 400 m from the beach, the pergola on a shady park, quiet family home with swimming pool. Located 20 km from Leucate 30 € per day

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Les Jardins De Vénus  Leucate The naturist site of Port Leucate consists of several villages, located on the offshore strip of land between the lake and the sea. Situated opposite the lake, Les Jardins de Vénus... Located in Leucate Room from 37 €

Résidence du Port     7.1 Leucate Situated in Port Leucate and just 600 metres from Mediterranean beaches, Résidence du Port offers self-catering studios. The residence features an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by... Located in Leucate Room from 30 €

Rev'hotel      7.8 Port-Leucate Rev’Hotel is set on the Mediterranean coast, 200 metres from the beach and the centre of Porte-Leucate. It offers free Wi-Fi access and free private parking. Each guest rooms is air-conditioned... Located 5.8 km from Leucate Room from 49 €

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