(E12 Coastal Trail) Argelès - Cerbère

The coastal trail: discovering the heritage.

Here is the translation of your text into English:The coastal trail offers a beautiful hike along the Côte Vermeille, between Argelès-sur-Mer and Cerbère. Stretching for 32 kilometers, it will take you through beaches, coves, villages, and stunning landscapes.The different stages of the coastal trail allow everyone to enjoy the coast with varying levels of difficulty (easy, medium, and hard), different durations (from 20 minutes to 2h35), and multiple lengths (between 1 and 7 km).Traversing the communes of Argelès-sur-Mer, Collioure, Port-Vendres, Banyuls-sur-Mer, and Cerbère in chronological order, the trail offers a variety of landscapes.The sandy coastline is mostly found at the beginning of the trail, in Argelès-sur-Mer. From the tourist office to Racou, you will encounter several touristy beaches. After Racou, the landscape changes. The sandy coastline becomes rocky, and the beaches transform into coves, often more secluded and less frequented.Passing by the Château de Collioure, the Port of Port-Vendres, and the Cap Béar lighthouse, the trail lets you explore the historical heritage of the area.Between Port-Vendres and Banyuls-sur-Mer, the Anse de Paulilles, one of the most beautiful beaches in the region, invites you to swim in its crystal-clear waters. The trail continues in Banyuls-sur-Mer, an artistic hub where many artists have drawn inspiration.The many capes (Cap l’Abeille, Cap Rédéris, Cap Peyrefite, and Cap Canadell) lead you through the Cerbère-Banyuls Marine Nature Reserve. Finally, just a stone's throw from the Spanish border, Cerbère and its solar lighthouse mark the end of the trail.The coastal trail promises a hike with sea views, discovering the historical, natural, and artistic heritage of our region.