12 March 2024 | Tourism
Tourism around the Massif des Corbières
Explore a territory of freedom where nature is king. Let your steps guide you on the hiking trails, smell the scrubland and the salty air. Be amazed by the panoramas of the islands of the lagoon. Test the sensations of skiing or stroll through the historic villages.
You will discover that the massif is dotted with villages surrounded by vineyards, the scrubland is omnipresent which gives a wild side typical of large natural spaces.
Discover the villages of Corbières
Discover pretty villages, heritage and good addresses that are part of Corbières. You can discover Treilles, Caves, Roquefort-des-Corbières, Portel-des-Corbières, Sigean and Bizanet.
Bizanet
The village is located on the road to Fontfroide Abbey, lined with vineyards and capitelles and is a village rich in heritage. In the heart of the village you will find period wash houses and fountains.
La Palme, medieval village and cultural treasures
Find this pond where salt water, fresh water, sun and wind make this setting a unique place. These salt marshes bear witness to an authentic art of living, located between Port-la-Nouvelle and Leucate, La Palme has very pretty wild beaches. In this pretty village you will find producers of salt, wine, beer and also craftsmen.
Peyriac-de-Mer, stroll on the pontoons
Enjoy a pleasant walk in the village of Peyriac-de-Mer, where you will also find pretty houses and old streets with flowery fronts, revealing old stones. Our blog article on Peyriac-de-Mer
Portal des Corbières
Located between the hills of Bade and Serre, crossed by the Berre, the village of Portel-des-Corbières welcomes you for a peaceful stay. You will discover the variety of landscapes of the maritime Corbières that the Greeks, then the Romans, crisscrossed. You can discover the ruins of the Notre Dame des Oubiels chapel, as well as the underground visit to Terra Vinea which transports you through time. Château de Lastours offers cuisine paired with wine and wine from the estate at its gourmet restaurant “La Bergerie”.
Roquefort-des-Corbières
A beautiful picturesque village at the foot of the Corbières with charming streets and marked by ancient history. For lovers of walks you can enjoy the scrubland or you can discover the Saint Martin chapel.
Sigean, Corbières Maritimes
The essential stopover to discover the Corbières, with its hiking trails which crisscross a natural environment linking numerous panoramic sites: with the salt marshes, fishing hamlet. Sports enthusiasts will be able to fully enjoy aquatic activities such as catamaran, kayak, paddle, sailing. Don't miss discovering the ideal place for family and friends, the Sigean African Reserve created in 1974. With more than 3,500 animals on more than 300 hectares.
Ribaute, Hautes Corbières
Ribaute is a charming little village crossed by the Orbieu river, it is rich in diversity of vegetation, with low relief. This territory offers numerous habitats favorable to certain birds of community interest such as the Golden Eagle or the European Nightjar. Located a stone's throw from Lagrasse, Lagrasse is a lively and warm village and very popular with tourists. In addition, it is on the list of "the most beautiful villages in France".