10 good reasons to come to Collioure

Coming to Collioure is like travelling to the heart of Fauvism, following in the footsteps of Henri Matisse and André Derain ! Stroll in amongst the “trail of fauvism“ reproductions in this open-air museum and imagine Henri Matisse and André Derain painting in the summer of 1905, the artworks you can see copies of on the village walls. Venture inside the many art galleries and let yourself be carried away by the talent and creativity of the artists.

Look up and you’ll see the many fortifications in the centre of the village: the Château Royal, Fort Saint Elme, the Mill, Notre Dame des Anges and Fort Miradou. The Mouré steps will lead you all the way to Rue Bellevue !
Step inside the Château Royal and embark upon a journey through history. Dive into the heart of the 13th century and fight to defend the future of Collioure. Spanish or French? A fascinating history spanning 3 eras and 2 countries!

Isn’t it surprising that the Château Royal, the Eglise Notre Dame des Anges and the Chapelle Saint Vincent are all immersed in the Mediterranean? You’ll be amazed and astonished throughout your visit to Collioure!
Pause for a moment on the jetty that runs alongside the footbridge to the Château Royal, take in the view from above, passing via the Moulin, the Gloriette, Fort Saint Elme and, for the more courageous, the Tour Madeloc, where the light is incredible!

Lose yourself in this maze of narrow streets and make the most of this unique discovery of 2 ancient fishing districts where you’ll be surrounded by colour and time seemingly stands still! Look up and admire the façades and pink, blue and yellow shutters… breathe in the scent of the bougainvillea, plumbago, jasmine and lemon trees and you’ll want to savour them.
Entering the Le Mouré and Port d’Avall districts is a wonderful experience for the senses!

Escape to the heart of nature and discover the natural gems of Collioure and the Vermeille coast ! The coastal path from Collioure to Cerbère – Cadaquès, the Tour Madeloc and the heights of Collioure are just some of the walks you can do from Collioure.
They offer an exceptional range of varied landscapes. Coves and beaches, terraced vineyards, picturesque villages and panoramic views of Collioure and the whole of the Vermeille coast !

The sea is at the heart of the village, and there are 3 beaches: Saint Vincent, Boramar and Port d’Avall. Head away from Collioure to discover the wilder coves of Balette, Les Batteries, Les Roches Bleues and L’Ouille. Authenticity sums up Collioure’s beaches and coves. A landscape of cliffs and lush greenery, an almost omnipresent view of the monuments of Collioure, and a variety of beaches, from sandy to pebble beaches.

It’s impossible to leave Collioure without tasting the Collioure anchovy at Anchois Roque and Anchois Desclaux! This little blue fish with its salty flavour has been an institution here since the 19th century. Taste our AOC Collioure, Collioure red, Collioure white or Collioure rosé. The AOC Banyuls is a naturally sweet wine, that goes very well with the local speciality, the Croquant de Collioure. Fresh fish, seafood tapas… Catalan dishes, the restaurants will delight your taste buds, accompanied by a PDO Collioure of course.

Mark your calendars! Collioure has plenty to keep you entertained. The festivities of Saint Vincent, the anchovy festival and the vines in bloom event will be showcasing the traditions of Collioure! Dance to the rhythm of fanfare Thursdays and jazz Fridays and have a laugh at the Collioure festival. Enjoy some quality time as a family at the fabulous Collioure Christmas festival, where dance and theatre come together to delight young children. Round off the year in style with a fancy dress party on New Year Eve !

The Collioure market, at the foot of the Château Royal and overlooking the sea, has a very special atmosphere!
Let yourself be guided by the scent of Boles de picolats and cuttlefish cooked according to tradition! All your senses will be awakened by the assortment of spices, olives and local produce. Try the anchovy/pepper/eggplant pastries, it’s a real treat! You can also discover local arts and crafts. The fruit and vegetable stalls are an explosion of colour and flavour!

Welcome to the Collioure Banyuls wine region ! A region with 2 PDOs, the PDO Collioure and the PDO Banyuls, covering the area from Collioure to Cerbère. Breathe in the scents and taste the woody, fruity and savoury notes, appreciate the fleshy, tannic taste, you’re in for a unique sensory experience as you taste a red Collioure. It is on this arid land, swept by the tramontane wind, that these wines of character flourish. Discover the winegrowing estates and wine cellars located in the heart of Collioure.