Municipality of the Eastern Pyrenees, in the heart of Cerdagne, Latour-de-Carol, lies at an altitude of 1209 meters, not far from the Spanish border. This proximity with its Iberian neighbor, the village has developed a cosmopolitan culture full of charm.
This former agricultural and pastoral village, was the eighteenth to the nineteenth century, an important center of negotiations and trade. It was the arrival of the Yellow Train, in the 1920s, which developed tourism in this village, and allowed the establishment of an international station celebrated by Brigitte Fontaine in one of his songs.
With its beautiful rural cerdan habitat type and its many monuments recalling the Catalan history of this part of the Cerdanya, Latour-de-Carol has a certain charm and offers many tourist attractions.
Dotted with hiking trails and lush natural splendor, the village of Latour-de-Carol is a resort popular with tourists.
Heritage and tourist attractions abound in Latour-de-Carol, and it's hard to resist the charms of his cerdane architecture.
Walking through the village, it is possible to admire many rural houses cerdan type of the eighteenth century, while old stones. These have inspired many artists over the centuries.
Classified as an historic monument, the ancient church of St. Fruitful Iravals is one of the main attractions of Latour-de-Carol. Romanesque style, it dates from the twelfth century, with an annex built in the seventeenth century. Inside, there is a beautiful altarpiece of Saint Martha, in Gothic style.
On the heights of the town, on a rocky outcrop, the parish church of Saint-Etienne, dating from the fifteenth century, offers a beautiful view of the Cerdagne architecture. The latter was built on the remains of the chapel of the castle of Latour-de-Carol. Access to the site through a monumental staircase to admire the collection of altarpieces. Heights, it boasts a breathtaking view over the rest of the valley and breathtaking landscapes.
Many hiking trails bordered by hedges and old stone walls, that allow to cross the beautiful scenery of the region, and reach peaks as famous as the Carlit or Campcardos.
Built in the early twentieth century, the route of the famous Yellow Train is still relevant. With its winding route, it passes from village to village, which Latour-de-Carol, and you can admire exceptional views of the Pyrenees mountains.
Small mountain village, Latour-de-Carol has none less numerous activities that embellish the streets of the city center, mainly during the summer.
Latour-de-Carol The festivals take place every year in August, offering many activities of all kinds. Film screenings, meals, or tug of war on the deck of Carol, are planned for the festivities. The festival of brotherhood carolane closing event of Latour-de-Carol.
In June, the holiday village of Yravals part in the festival of mountain, offering different activities such as walking on foot, horseback or mountain bike around Latour-de-Carol.
