Soak up the artistic soul of Collioure in just 1 day! Writers, poets, singers and painters have all been seduced by the magic of Collioure. Picasso, Matisse, Derain, Dufy, Chagall, Marquet and many others have put down their easels and immortalised the little Catalan port.
Some thirty galleries and artists from a wide range of backgrounds continue to put the spotlight on the little Catalan port. Let’s get together and discover the artistic Collioure!
« There's no bluer sky in France than the one over Collioure… All I have to do is close the shutters in my bedroom and I have all the colours of the Mediterranean in my home. »
Collioure in 1 day 🎨
Artistic immersion in the heart of Collioure, the birthplace of Fauvism!
The art walk!
- 1 – Leave the Boulevard du Boramar and walk along the footbridge alongside the Château Royal to the Tour de la Douane. Reproductions of their works, including the famous ‘Open Window’, painted during the summer of 1905, will give you an insight into life in Collioure in 1905, between fishing and wine-growing. You’ll see how they were seduced by the light and colours of Collioure.
- 2 – Walk along Boulevard du Boramar towards the Church of Notre-Dame-des-Anges, then take the staircase that leads to Rue Bellevue, a small, flower-filled, shady street. Through the loopholes in the ramparts, admire the Chapelle Saint-Vincent and the sea.
- 3 – At the top of rue du Mirador, discover the delightful rue des Caranques, immortalised by André Derain, and a little further to the right, at the top of rue du Miradou, Matisse‘s work ‘Les toits de Collioure’.
- 4 – End your stroll on avenue Aristide Maillol (towards the station) with a final reproduction of Madame Matisse in Kimono.
Take a guided tour along the path of Fauvism!
Relive the summer of 1905 by taking a guided tour of the ‘Chemin du Fauvisme’ or a self-guided tour using the booklet available from the Tourist Office or Vitrine sur le Fauvisme !
Le chemin du fauvisme is a tour of the town punctuated by reproductions of works by Matisse and Derain painted in Collioure during the summer of 1905, an original way of discovering Collioure through the eyes of these two artists.
Creative workshops
Discover the creative workshops of the Vitrine sur le Fauvisme and the museum !
- Bring the whole family and take part in the Vitrine sur le Fauvisme painting workshops. A 4-handed experience in front of the bay!
- In the courtyard of the museum, you can enjoy drawing walks, literary cafés and creative workshops.
The Vitrine sur le Fauvisme
This little shop, entirely dedicated to art, is an enchanted interlude. Located next to the Tourist Office, it invites you to discover ‘Fauvism’, a movement born in Collioure in 1905 and led by Henri Matisse. Books, magnets, posters, postcards…
Our cultural mediators can advise you and share their passion for Collioure by taking part in a range of guided tours and workshops. At the entrance to the Vitrine sur le Fauvisme (Fauvism Showcase), a touch screen takes you on a journey through the works and artistic movements of the 19th and 20th centuries.
Artistic immersion at the heart of the mobile app
Equipped with your own headphones, let yourself be guided by the application ‘Collioure le voyage commence’, an original and singular discovery of Collioure in the company of Henri Matisse and André Derain through a personalised itinerary!
This immersive cultural trail is enhanced by a scripted film, aerial views captured by drones and audio content.
The art galleries
A map of the galleries and art workshops is available. With free admission, these workshops and art galleries give you the chance to explore a variety of worlds and disciplines: painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics ….
They are numerous and varied, offering an itinerary of current artistic creation. Visiting them in the company of the artists is a fascinating experience.
Points 2 vues
Discover the ‘Points 2 vues’ frames created by the artist MA2F. The artist Marc-André 2 Figuères offers you an itinerary of 12 installations in the form of frames with the bell tower of Collioure as a visual.
This fun walk around the town encourages you to get up and tame the bell tower in sequence.
Les Templiers
For three generations, this establishment, which dates back to the beginning of the last century, has welcomed numerous artists and sculptors who have left their mark in this unique, typically Catalan house, dedicated to modern and contemporary art.
You can stroll from the bar on the ground floor to the 3rd floor to soak up the soul of the place. Every room and every corridor has some 2000 original works of art on display, testifying to the friendship of the painters for this inn and those who bring it to life: the Pous family.
The Modern Art Museum
- The Musée d’Art Moderne, a haven of peace in the heart of the Parc Pams, is a must-see in summer and winter to discover the surrounding countryside!
- The museum’s exhibitions deal with Collioure through the ages and the artists who have played a part in Collioure.
- Don’t hesitate to take one of the museum’s guided tours, which offer a fascinating insight into the history and art of Collioure in relation to the works on display.
- In season, the museum also offers creative workshops.
The Antonio Machado space
The Antonio Machado space is dedicated to the memory of the poet who died in exile in Collioure in 1939.
Didactic texts and objects from his bedroom retrace Machado’s last days. His verses evoke the lost land, travel, exile… and immerse visitors in his poetic work.
Key information before coming to Collioure
How to get to Collioure ?
Here you’ll find all the information you need to get to Collioure and around Collioure
What’s the weather like in Collioure ?
Click here to see the weather forecast for Collioure
What are the market days in Collioure?
The Collioure market takes place on Wednesday mornings and Sunday mornings at the Place du Maréchal Leclerc. Find out more about the markets
Is there a page with all the frequently asked questions?
Click here for a list of frequently asked questions.
Can I download the Collioure brochures?
Find all our brochures here
Can I download a map of Collioure?
Find the map of Collioure here
Is there a cultural application for Collioure?
For more information on the Collioure application, click here
