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La tour Madeloc depuis Port-Vendres
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Description
Discovering the Madeloc Tower which was part of the Pyrenees signal towers network. Exceptional view throughout the hike.
Start in front of the Port-Vendres Tourist Office. Climb up to Place de la Castellane, then take the Strategic Road towards the train station.
Turn right onto Chemin du Val de Pinte.
Leave Chemin du Val de Pinte and take the path towards Fort Saint-Elme.
Admire the fort and the view of Collioure, then return to this point and head towards Fort Dugommier, followed by the tunnel and the Col d'en Raixat.
At the pass, take the left path towards Col de Mollo.
Once on the road, turn right towards Col de Mollo, then continue straight towards Col de Taillefer.
After the pass, take the path on the right and continue on the Water Path.
Turn left towards Col de Formingó, then head to Batterie des 500 and the Madeloc Tower.
Return towards Col de Taillefer, then retrace the same route back to the Tourist Office.
Technical Information
Altimetric profile
Starting point
Additional information
Public transport
Bus 1€
Advice
Make sure to bring plenty of water, a picnic, walking shoes, a cap or hat, and a windbreaker. Check the weather before departure. Take your trash with you. This hike is not recommended during strong winds (tramontane).
Advised parking
Port Parking
Access
D914
Arrival
Port-Vendres Tourist Office
Ambiance
This loop, starting from Port-Vendres, leads to the Saint-Elme and Dugommier forts, then connects to the Madeloc Tower via the Water Path. It offers exceptional views of the coast as well as a glimpse into the military defense system.
Departure
Col de la Serre
