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E 12 Coastal Path/Guide 2022: Cerbère/Peyrefite Beach - Col des Bélitres
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Description
Explore Cerbère, a border town with a rich historical past, and its shale cliffs set in a stunning natural environment. Note that Terrimbo Beach is inaccessible.
Depart from Peyrefite Beach towards the Bouffard Vercelli Rehabilitation Center.
At this point, either turn left towards Cap Peyrefite or go through the Village des Aloès.
At Anse de Terrimbo, continue on the path along the railway line. It is forbidden to descend to the beach.
Climb up to the D914 and turn left towards Cerbère Beach.
Continue on the D914 until you reach the solar lighthouse at Cap Cerbère.
At the lighthouse, take the steep path to the left that goes above the shale cliffs. At the "End of Customs Path" sign, continue the trail towards Col des Bélitres and the Retirada memorial. The coastal path continues to Rosas. It is marked "GR-92" from Col des Bélitres at the former Cerbère border post.
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
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Additional information
Public transport
Bus 1€
Advice
During the beautiful season: Bring a swimsuit, mask, and snorkel for a swim in the coves to observe the underwater wildlife.You enjoy nature, you love it, take care of it...You are about to take a hiking trail along which regular household waste collection points are at your full disposal. Out of respect for this exceptional area, visited by tens of thousands of hikers and walkers every month, we invite you to dispose of all your waste (glass, paper, food scraps, etc.) at these collection points, as well as any litter you may unfortunately find during your walk.With these simple yet essential actions, let's keep this site clean, just as nature has graciously provided it.
Advised parking
Peyrefite Beach Parking
Access
D914
Arrival
Col des Bélitres
Ambiance
From Peyrefite Beach to the high shale cliffs, this final stretch of the coastal path on the French side offers many surprises. Highlights include the Art Deco ship-style hotel "Le Belvédère du Rayon Vert," the photovoltaic lighthouse, and the Retirada memorial.
Departure
Cerbère/Peyrefite Beach
