CCACVI
LAROQUE DES ALBERES

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Third stage of the challenge on December 2, 2018 (between Laroque-des-Albères and Villelongue-dels-Monts)
Departure at 8:30 AM from Argelès-sur-Mer.
D+ 450m
D- 450m

1 point of interest

  • Château de Laroque
    Château de Laroque - CCACVI
    Cultural heritage

    Castel of Laroque-des Albères

    In the eleventh century, the village came under the rule of a seigneurial family that materializes its power by building a castle in the middle of the fortified town. From the end of the thirteenth century, Laroque is considered a stronghold in the defense of the territory. Today, the tower is all that remains of the castle, the keep which dominated the castle and the old village having collapsed in 1890.

Description

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After a brief detour through the heart of the village of Laroque-des-Albères, follow the trail serving the hiking routes along a small canal until reaching the ruins of the Chapel of San Fructosos de Roca Vella.

From there, start climbing on a narrow path towards Font de la Vernosa. Then, turn right towards Font dels Simiots and join the path above the Mas Catalans estate.

At the water tower, a small mountain-side trail leads you to another slope. Begin the steep descent towards Villelongue-dels-Monts on a very steep trail.

The relay exchange takes place at the center of the village near the stadium.
  • Departure : Laroque-des-Albères
  • Arrival : Villelongue-dels-Monts
  • Towns crossed : LAROQUE DES ALBERES and VILLELONGUE DELS MONTS

Recommandations

Before going trail running, check the weather conditions and access conditions to the mountain area during fire risk alerts.
Respect the work of farmers, operators, and landowners.
Close fences behind you and do not cut across fields.
Take your waste to designated drop-off points at the start of your hike.

The trail routes are also very suitable for hiking.

Access and parking

Parking :

post office parking