Vernet-les-Bains
Vernet-les-Bains
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At the foot of Canigou, the mountain of the Catalans, Vernet-les-Bains through its site, is a remarkable village, authentic, protected by the winds and just wonderful to 650 meters.
Spa recommended to treat respiratory diseases and rheumatism, you can also enjoy staying warm waters of spa.
In the "fashion" in the 1900s, Vernet-les-Bains kept some hotels and buildings of that era.
The old village, clinging to the mountain, will seduce you with its authenticity.
Traditions, like the fire of Saint John (June 23) or running the Canigou (the first Sunday in August) demonstrate its commitment to the Catalan culture.
In terms of gastronomy, you will not miss to taste the "Picoulat of mushrooms" or "the escalivade" and many other local dishes.
The old village: Built in the Middle Ages, the city has maintained high at that time the castle, its church and its flower-decked streets that wind through the village today.
The thermal area, in the lower town, unfolds along the banks of Cady. Inheritance of the Belle Epoque, the Casino and hotel of Portugal crown a rich set of villas, chalets, parks and gardens.
The Canigou: the top of its 2785 meters, it dominates and protects Vernet-les-Bains from which many paths to its peak. The landscapes of the sacred mountain of the Catalans are the scene of many traditional celebrations and sporting events.
The Heritage House (Tel: +33 4 68 05 55 35) consists of a scenic area on the history of Conflent and bathroom regularly hosting exhibitions. Heritage House also houses the Tourist Office which offers guided tours of the old village, signposted routes around Rudyard Kipling, author of The Jungle Book who attended the station and the discovery of the Village Arboretum.
The Geological Museum (Tel: +33 4 68 05 77 97): The Wonders of our French land and sea have disappeared: the museum features more than 10,000 minerals and fossilized marine animals, for a journey of the primary era at the dawn of humanity.
The three markets Vernet on the village square: Monday, Thursday and Saturday.
The celebration of the Belle Epoque: the weekend of the Ascension.
The fire of Saint John, June 23
The famous race Canigou: 1st Sunday of August.
In season, once a week, walking along in the old village, discover the Belle Epoque district, visit the Village Arboretum.
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The abbey of St. Martin and St. Canigou Michael Cuxa.
Priory Serrabone.
The church Corneilla de Conflent.
Villefranche-de-Conflent and its citadel a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
The Church of Prades and his monumental altarpiece. Festival Pablo Casals in Prades in August.
Animal Park Casteil.
The countless hikes in the massive sumptuous Canigou.
The pretty village of Eus.
The city of Perpignan.
Collioure.
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 | A refreshing hike, a cascade of English |  |
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 | The Canigou, sacred mountain of the Catalans |  |
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 | Casino Vernet-les-Bains |  |
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| www.vernet-les-bains.fr | Tourist Office Vernet-les-Bains |
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 | L'hostal Castelnou |  | | Catalan specialty, panoramic terrace, barbecues on vines, rustic and medieval cooking and traditional family house. | | Located 27 km from Vernet-les-Bains | From 25 € to 30 € per person |
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 | Maison Oman - 'Le paradis des Pyrenees' Vernet-les-Bains |  | | Life is a journey. Once you go south towards the Mediterranean, the Pyrenees will unveil its two faces: its mountains and pastoral landscapes. At the corner of a peaceful and quiet... | | Located in Vernet-les-Bains | From 330 € to 525 € per week |
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 | Résidence ' Le Soleil ' Vernet-les-Bains |  | | F2 with spacious terrace, consists of a spacious living room with sofa bed for 2., Open onto a terrace facing the Canigou, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and separate toilet. From Narbonne,... | | Located in Vernet-les-Bains | From 210 € to 290 € per week |
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 | Les chalets quazemi Casteil |  | | A Casteil, in the Pyrenees conflent in Roussillon, at the foot of Mount Canigou, and its famous abbey of St. Martin of canigou between mountains and sea, calm, rest and relaxation to... | | Located 2.1 km from Vernet-les-Bains | From 285 € to 410 € per week |
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 | Les Balcons du Canigou Vernet-les-Bains |  | | Well located in the touristic village of Vernet-les-Bains, in the heart of the Pyrenees Orientales, the Residence Les Balcons du Canigou is an ideal place of vacation. The large windows... | | Located in Vernet-les-Bains | Room from 30 € |
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