Sentier littoral - Path of natural marine reserve 1
Table d'orientation
Table d'orientation - CCACVI

2 points of interest

  • François-Xavier Hallé

    Vines

    Vineyards located along the coastline, where the land meets the sea. These vineyards often benefit from the unique climatic conditions, with the influence of the sea moderating temperatures and providing a distinct environment for grape growing. Coastal vineyards can be found in regions like Banyuls-sur-Mer, where the steep slopes near the Mediterranean help produce some of the finest wines. The view of the sea combined with the rows of grapevines offers a picturesque and often dramatic landscape, creating a perfect synergy between nature and viticulture.
  • vue aerienne de Banyuls-sur-mer
    vue aerienne de Banyuls-sur-mer - Frédéric Hédelin
    Geology

    Le Dôme

    Located on the north face of the Cape of Abeille, the "Dome" owes its name to its configuration. This site has a large rocky outcrop approximately 70 meters long and 15 meters wide and has some major faults. The depth varies between 10 meters to the south and 19 meters to the north. The interest of the site is around and on the Dome (between 12 meters and 5 meters).

Description

  1. Bypass  the water treatment  plant, go down the path to the thalweg cross it and take the slope opposite. High up, turn right and go down again to the thalweg.  Cross it and climb up along the path which weaves down again towards the thalweg on the hill to a dirt track. Opposite there’s a house  called « dite de l'Emir ». Turn left and follow the trail. At the end turn right and take the path that goes down to the Taillalauque cove.
  2. Continue the trail for about 150 meters.Turn left. The path rises along the cliff , runs along the vineyard of Banyuls and then joins the Cap Rédéris’ area (wine -tasting cellar) by a steep slope. Beautiful view of the natural marine reserve, the Cap Béar, the Cap Cerbère and  beyond towards the south Catalogne and the Cap Creus. The path continues  toward Peyrefite Beach.
  3. What about the natural marine reserve of Banyuls sur mer ? Created in 1974, the natural marine reserve is situated between Grosse’ Island at the exit of Banyuls’ port and the Cap Peyrefite next to Cerbere. It extends 6,5 Kms and 2 Kms off the coast that’s to say about 650 ha into the sea . This reserve guarantees environmental conservation and diversity not  only in animal and vegetable species, but also the natural environment  where they live .
  4. Many activities are offered all year long, such as the visit on the submarine  ( an exciting way to discover our exceptional natural heritage). Enjoy the possibility of snorkeling (with a commentary) to discover the abundant marine life of this area. 
  • Departure : Water treatment plant
  • Arrival : Cap de l'Abeille carpark
  • Towns crossed : BANYULS SUR MER

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Recommandations

You enjoy nature, You like it, take care of it...

Along the hiking trail, rubbish bins are at your disposal.
Every month over tens of thousands of hikers and walkers visit this exceptional site. Please do not litter and use the rubbish bins (glass, plastic, rubbish etc...). Also, please dispose of any litter you might find along the trail.
Help keep this site clean with simple yet essential gestures. Lets give back to nature what nature gave us

 

Access and parking

At the exit of Banyuls, in direction of Cerbere by the RD 914 take left, the trail that leads to the Water treatment plant. It is possible to park there.

Parking :

Water treatment plant carpark.