Located on the rocky coast of the Mediterranean (called the Vermilion Coast) at the gates of Spain, Port-Vendres is a natural port in deep water. Here the sea has rendezvous with the mountains and offers beautiful scenery ... Sandy beaches, pebble coves, lipids are assessing water swimming and underwater activities. The back country, culminating at 650 m to the Tower Madeloc, offers magnificent views of the Catalan coast and varied walks through the terraced vineyards and picturesque hamlet.
The city owes its name "Portus Veneris" in the presence of a temple dedicated to Venus, who had dominated the creek.
For his situation privileged maritime, port the role of Port-Vendres is intimately linked to the history of Roussillon. After the reign of the Kings of Mallorca and its dependence on Spain, Roussillon is permanently attached to France by the Treaty of the Pyrenees in 1659. Natural shelter, the only deepwater port on the coast, near Spain, Port-Vendres develops and, fortified by Vauban, is classified "Port War" by Louis XIV.
Then under Louis XVI, De Mailly, Count of Roussillon, decides to make Port-Vendres a new city and a port open to all nations. It makes the buildings of the Obelisk. The Obelisk, its bas-reliefs and allegorical trophies are dedicated to the King during his lifetime.
Today Port-Vendres is a fishing port (trawlers lamparos, small businesses), craft and trade (2nd Mediterranean fruit port) and welcomes cruise ships.
SIGHTSEEING
A visit Port-Vendres invites you to discover its history, its maritime tradition around a marina, a commercial port (Port Orchard 2nd Mediterranean), and a fishing port with authentic colors Mediterranean.
Port-Vendres invites you to walk into the sea, first diving, visits shipwrecks submerged fishing.
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Wednesday 19 June
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Thursday 20 June
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Friday 21 June
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RESTAURANTS
Le Cèdre
8.4
Port-Vendres
Centennial - He stands there in the park. Majestic and imposing. Centennial also. He lent his name to the restaurant. Le Cèdre. Welcome to Port-Vendres in Cedar! Catalan House - Located...
Located in Port-Vendres
43 € per person
Brasserie de la Marine
8.3
Collioure
Ideally located 50 meters from the beach, opposite the Royal Castle of Collioure, the Brasserie de la Marine welcomes you to his room accommodating up to 15 people. Its large terrace...
Located 2.1 km from Port-Vendres
29 € per person
Côté Patio
9.3
SPECIAL OFFER
Collioure
SPIRIT CATALAN - In the village of Collioure, a century home that delights the regulars fresh local products ... Make full stop at the restaurant Côté Patio is the promise of an authentic...
Côté Saisons located in a newly refurbished 19th century house provide 5 guest rooms that offer comfort and beautifully decorated french interiors. Most of the rooms have breathtaking...
Located 14 km from Port-Vendres
From 70 € to 120 € the double room
Chambres d'hotes L Jonqueres d'Oriola
9.3
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 17.5 km from Port-Vendres
From 65 € to 67 € the double room
Ancienne Gare
8.6
Brouilla
Charming guest rooms in an old restored train station.
Ideal 4 people, nice apartmen 48sqm, comfortablel terrace, privat garage. All in a quiet residence. Located along the corniche, 10 minutes walk from the beaches and the historic center...
Located 1.3 km from Port-Vendres
From 500 € to 700 € per week
Studio à collioure pour 2 personnes
8.9
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 1.7 km from Port-Vendres
From 280 € to 420 € per week
House for 6 persons
Argelès-sur-Mer
Independent house but adjoining a vacation home with pool and parking privé. Située in the center of Argelès Plage, 300 m from the sea, close to shopping and area piétonne. Surface...
Le Méditerranée is a Village Club ****, located within idyllic surroundings, near the sea and the mountain. Mobil homes, 'gîte' (little house) and natural cottage with terrace and garden...
Located 8.6 km from Port-Vendres
Camping les oliviers
8.3
SPECIAL OFFER
Le Boulou
NEW: the swimming pool is coming! Camping with beautiful mountain views and exceptionally mild climate, offering you numerous possibilities to enjoy your leisure time. Including walking...
Located 22 km from Port-Vendres
From 14.50 € to 20 € 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.
Les Jardins du Cèdre is located in the port town of Port-Vendres, known for its numerous seafood restaurants. Each du Cèdre room is air-conditioned and equipped with an en suite bathroom...
Located in Port-Vendres
Room from 66 €
Hotel Restaurant Les Paquebots
7.8
Port-Vendres
Les Paquebots is situated in the heart of Port-Vendres, just 150 metres from the marina and typical Mediterranean fishing port. It offers free Wi-Fi access and private parking is possible...
Located in Port-Vendres
Room from 43 €
Hôtel l'Arapède
8.1
Collioure
Hôtel l'Arapède is situated in a peaceful location by the rocky hillsides of Collioure. It offers modern rooms with free Wi-Fi access and features an outdoor swimming pool. The air-conditioned...
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