Montesquieu Botanical Trail No. 2
MONTESQUIEU DES ALBERES
Montesquieu Botanical Trail No. 2
Easy
Difficulty1h36
Duration4,1km
Distance+232m
Positive Elevation-234m
Negative ElevationCourse type
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Discover the flora of the Albères around the village of Montesquieu then go with the history of the battle of Boulou by going to the castle.
1 point of interest
- Cultural heritage
Castle of Montesquieu
Feudal castle built by the lords of Sant Cristau, who then took the name of Montesquieu, dates back to 1080. The central dungeon houses the former home of the lord which was later backed a vaulted room which was the subject of a restoration. The enclosure wall to protect the whole measures nearly 12 meters high. A breathtaking view awaits you!
Description
At the car park, go up into the village and take the road to Villelongue-dels-Monts on the left. Take the first street on the right, (rue Saint Christophe) then continue on the left.
- Follow the signs for the botanical path.
- Go up on the track and go to the right.
- Go down to the large concrete tank then go towards the houses.
- Take on the left. At the end of the street, turn right to return to the car park.
- Departure : Town hall of Montesquieu
- Arrival : Town hall of Montesquieu
- Towns crossed : MONTESQUIEU DES ALBERES
Altimetric profile
Recommandations
Bring water, cap or hat and walking shoes. Respect nature and bring back your waste.
Transport
Access and parking
D 618, D61, D11
Parking :
Town hall car park