{"id":8527,"date":"2023-10-20T14:06:57","date_gmt":"2023-10-20T12:06:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.camping-lelagon-argeles.com\/tourism-pyrenees-orientales\/"},"modified":"2023-11-10T16:15:26","modified_gmt":"2023-11-10T15:15:26","slug":"tourism-pyrenees-orientales","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.camping-lelagon-argeles.com\/en\/tourism-pyrenees-orientales\/","title":{"rendered":"Pyr\u00e9n\u00e9es-Orientales"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Discovering the Pyr\u00e9n\u00e9es-Orientales in southern France<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Dreaming of a vacation on the Mediterranean<\/strong>? It’s time to discover the Pyr\u00e9n\u00e9es-Orientales <\/strong>during an idyllic holiday with your feet in the water at our Argel\u00e8s-sur-Mer campsite<\/a> or inland in the heart of verdant nature. This department promises a wealth of discoveries, thanks to its landscapes, culinary specialities and cultural proximity to the Catalan region. Here’s an introduction to the Pyr\u00e9n\u00e9es-Orientales<\/strong> and a top 3 list of must-do’s when you visit this corner of France!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\n\n

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Presentation of Pyr\u00e9n\u00e9es-Orientales<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Pyr\u00e9n\u00e9es-Orientales<\/strong>, located in the south of France, is the southernmost d\u00e9partement in the Occitanie region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cradled between the Mediterranean Sea and the Pyrenees mountain range, they offer a unique combination of coastal landscapes, verdant valleys and snow-capped peaks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With a population of around 480,000, this d\u00e9partement benefits from a rich history influenced by French and Catalan cultures, which is reflected in its heritage, gastronomy and traditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cities such as Perpignan<\/strong>, its prefecture, and villages such as Collioure and C\u00e9ret are brimming with architectural treasures. The Pyrenees-Orientales’ mild temperatures, diverse landscape, seaside resorts and rich culture make it a particularly popular destination in France for tourists from all over the world.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\n\n

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Enjoy nature on vacation in the Pyr\u00e9n\u00e9es-Orientales<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A vacation in the Pyr\u00e9n\u00e9es-Orientales<\/strong> means enjoying a natural setting during a week’s camping or hotel accommodation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From beaches to lakes, you’ll love swimming with your children in these stretches of water in the south of France.<\/p>\n\n\r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\n\n

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Must-see beaches in the Pyr\u00e9n\u00e9es-Orientales<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The south of France means beaches! It’s a must to set aside at least one beach afternoon to enjoy the fine sand and translucent sea at the perfect temperature. During your stay in the Pyr\u00e9n\u00e9es-Orientales<\/strong>, don’t miss the following beaches:<\/p>\n\n\n\n