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[Connection] Ortaffa-Elne
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Description
The link between two villages is made on a small country road with little traffic and many trees. The route follows a small stream.
1. Leave from Ortaffa town hall (don't forget to take photos of the bell tower, you're unlikely to see two like it). Follow the road to the right. 2. At the ice factory, continue along the railway line. 3. Turn right onto Route de Bages and continue straight on Avenue du Général de Gaulle.4. Go up to the right, passing the lime kiln, and turn right into rue du Couvent towards the Tourist Office. From here, follow the signs to discover the historic centre.
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Public transport
Bus 1€
Advice
Veiller à respecter le code de la route tout au long de ce parcours.
Advised parking
Town Hall Parking in Ortaffa
Access
D40
Arrival
Tourist Office of Elne
Ambiance
This very short route will allow you to discover Elne's rich heritage, including the cathedral, the cloister, the Terrus museum, some Roman remains and the old town gates during your stroll through the historic centre. In Ortaffa, it's the unusual bell tower that will catch your eye.
Departure
Ortaffa Town Hall
