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(E 12-Coastal Path/guide 2022) Port-Vendres Tourist Office - Paulilles
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Description
Head towards Cap Béar and the most beautiful coves of the Vermilion Coast.
Starting from the Tourist Office towards the Customs building and the Clock Tower, passing along Quai de la République.
At the roundabout, continue along Quai de la République and after the railway tracks, turn left towards the next roundabout.
In front of the gendarmerie, take the road towards La Jetée and head towards Redoute Béar and Redoute Mailly.
Climb to the right through the vegetation, cross the small road, and continue climbing on the path that ascends above the Cap Béar road.
Reach the Semaphore and descend towards the coves and Sainte Catherine Cove following the trail markers.
After several coves and vineyards, follow alongside Bernadi Beach and ascend past a bunker.
Descend to Paulilles Beach site.
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
Starting point
Additional information
Public transport
Bus 1€
Advice
During the peak season: Remember to bring your swimsuit, snorkel, and mask for swimming in the coves to observe the marine life.You're enjoying nature, you love it, take care of it...You're walking along a hiking trail where regular waste collection points are conveniently placed for your use. Out of respect for this exceptional space, which is visited each month by tens of thousands of hikers and walkers, we kindly ask you to deposit all your waste (glass, paper, food scraps, etc.) at these collection points, including any litter you may come across during your walk.With these simple yet essential actions, let's preserve this site clean, as graciously provided by nature.
Advised parking
Tourist Office Parking
Access
D914, D114
Arrival
Paulilles site
Ambiance
This hike is one of the most beautiful on the coastal path. Starting from the city of Venus, you'll discover unforgettable views of the sea and mountains. Majestic Cap Béar precedes the beautiful coves and the magical bay of Paulilles.
Departure
Tourist Office of Port-Vendres
