Thuir

Thuir

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownThuirSainte-Colombe-de-la-Commanderie at 2.2 km (4 min)
Insee code66210Llupia at 2.3 km (4 min)
Postcode66300Terrats at 3.6 km (6 min)
Latitude42.6324300Trouillas at 5.3 km (7 min)
Longitude2.7563480Castelnou at 5.5 km (8 min)
AltitudeFrom 78 to 243 metersPonteilla at 6.5 km (8 min)
Surface19.90 km²Saint-Féliu-d'Avall at 6.8 km (8 min)
Population7415 inhabitantsFourques at 7.2 km (10 min)
Density377 inhabitants/km²Corbère-les-Cabanes at 7.7 km (9 min)
Chief townPerpignan (at 17.1 km, 23 min)Le Soler at 8.4 km (10 min)
DepartmentPyrénées-OrientalesCamélas at 8.5 km (10 min)
RegionLanguedoc-RoussillonSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Thuir, door Aspre.

Located at the foot of the Pyrenees foothills, Thuir is the wine center and economic Aspre. Old medieval walled city, it holds many treasures of its past.

Land of vineyards, viticulture links are very strong. Thuir is the capital of the famous aperitif Byrrh: Byrrh caves with the largest oak vat in the world attract thousands of visitors each year.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The Cellera, instead of the founding of Thuir to 950, with the Church of Our Lady of Victory neo-classical chapel Piétad of the 15th century, the Saint Sebastian of the 14th century and its beautiful Baroque altarpiece .
  • Remains of ancient walls and watchtowers of the second wall are still visible in many places.
  • Thuir has two museums:
  • Hunting and Nature Museum, site of synthesis of the fauna of the Pyrenees-Orientales.
  • The Arts and Popular Traditions Museum, privileged memory.
  • A visit to these museums is free. They are open from June 15 to September 15.
  • Visit Byrrh Caves where you can experience the largest oak vat in the world!
Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Thuir

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • The third weekend of July (Thursday, Friday and Saturday): The Catalan diads. Three days of fine food and festive traditions of Catalonia.
  • The first Saturday in August: Festival Lawn. Contemporary music, rock ... Free festival!
  • In December: "Once upon a time ... Thuir Christmas tales and legends." Each year, Thuir offers its residents and visitors to enter the wonderful world of stories and legends. Decorations spectacular streets, squares and shop windows. Free entertainment throughout the month, parades, shows for young audiences from 4 years. The detailed schedule is available at the Municipal Office of Culture and the Animation +33 4 68 84 67 87. You can also contact the Tourist Office in Intercommunal Aspres-Thuir +33 4 68 53 45 86.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Castelnou, a few kilometers, is one of the most beautiful villages of France. Mecca of Medieval Catalonia, this village is popular with visitors for its location, its heritage and its many artisans.
  • Tordères, 15 minutes Thuir village typical Aspres, activities for children with rides on donkeys circuit buoyed by nature.
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The entrance to the city
 
Christmas Thuir
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WEATHER
Monday 13 February
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Min. -3°C - Max. 4°C
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 6°C
Wednesday 15 February
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RESTAURANTS 
L'hostal  
10
Castelnou
Catalan specialty, panoramic terrace, barbecues on vines, rustic and medieval cooking and traditional family house.
Located 4.6 km from ThuirFrom 25 € to 30 € per person 
Aramon Gourmand
Pézilla-la-Rivière
Less than 10 minutes from Perpignan and Market Grand Saint Charles. Far from the bustle of the city, the team 's Aramon Gourmand offers a kitchen for every day tasty and generous. After...
Located 7.8 km from ThuirFrom 15 € to 40 € per person 
Le yucca  
9
Perpignan
Located for over 20 years in the peaceful and verdant Castle ducup park, near the center of the great economic St Charles and the A9. The restaurant YUCCA certified Quality South of...
Located 9.2 km from ThuirFrom 20 € to 55 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Les mandariniers    
9.4
  SPECIAL OFFER
Thuir
Guest house has a character catalan 5mm from the village center and 5 km thuir Castelnou most beautiful villages in France private garden, private parking access for the disabled. You...
Located in ThuirFrom 56 € to 59 € the double room 
Peu del causse    
10
Sainte-Colombe-de-la-Commanderie
5 rooms with charm in this old and well restored catalan mas, in the medieval village of Sainte-Colombe-de-la Commanderie. Christian and Marie-Noëlle welcome you with pleasure.
Located 2.1 km from Thuir70 € the double room 
Le Mas Bellecroze    
8.8
Camélas
A Bed and Breakfast accommodation of quality at the heart of the Pyrenees-Orientales and the Catalan region, Languedoc Roussillon. Sylvie and Charles André welcome you to their guest...
Located 5.7 km from ThuirFrom 80 € to 95 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Case exotique dans un jardin tropical  
8.6
Thuir
Dreaming of scenery! Our exotic box facing south is for you... Covering an area of 50m², it offers 2 bedrooms each with its own bathroom and toilet, a fully equipped kitchen and a sitting...
Located in ThuirFrom 250 € to 700 € per week 
LOFT avec piscine à Thuir 66300
Thuir
Loft 80m² original 5 people. For relaxation, you can enjoy the hammock in the shade of banana trees in a blue sky... Patio lunch on a shady terrace... Or take a dip in the pool accessible...
Located in ThuirFrom 400 € to 900 € per week 
Mandariniers  
9
Thuir
Furnished cottage in a quiet, comfortable, home recently, terrace, private parking, access for disabled people.
Located in ThuirFrom 300 € to 450 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping les casteillets  
Saint-Jean-Pla-de-Corts
Located between sea and mountains, from the exit 2km5 Le Boulou, the Campsite Les Casteillets offers large sites overlooking the Albères and Mount Canigou in a unique setting. Bar and...
Located 13.9 km from ThuirFrom 11 € to 18.80 € 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 14.3 km from ThuirFrom 12 € to 17.10 € per day 
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 14.4 km from ThuirFrom 14.50 € to 20 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hotel Restaurant Cortie    
5
Thuir
Located in the town of Le Thuir, this air-conditioned hotel is 10 km from the centre of Perpignan. It features a shaded terrace and the guest rooms offer a city view from the balcony....
Located in ThuirRoom from 60 €
Château Du Parc Ducup 
Perpignan
Set on a 5-hectare estate, this 19th-century chateau offers table tennis, volleyball and badminton courts. You can drive the 5 km to Perpignan or relax on the beach, 16 km away. A private...
Located 9.1 km from ThuirRoom from 49 €
Hotel Du Village Catalan     
7.4
Banyuls-dels-Aspres
This hotel welcomes you in its lovely setting amongst the vineyards of Catalan and the Pyrenees Mountains. It offers comfortable and quality accommodation. The Hotel du Village Catalan...
Located 9.6 km from ThuirRoom from 63 €

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