Between sea and mountain
Paulilles
Paulilles - Frédéric Hédelin
PORT-VENDRES

Between sea and mountain

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A hike that alternates between sea and mountain, revealing the beauties and riches of the territory.
Hike 'Mar i Munt' (sea and mountain), offering exceptional viewpoints and allowing you to discover Port-Vendres and its surrounding treasures. As a bonus, one of the most beautiful beaches in the region!

3 points of interest

  • Redoute Béar
    Redoute Béar - CCACVI
    History

    Redoute Béar

    Due to its strategic maritime position and its proximity to historical boundaries, Port-Vendres has received a great deal of attention from military builders. The historic turning point of the city is around 1659, when after the Treaty of the Pyrenees, King Louis XIV charged Vauban to make "Port-Vendres" a port of war. Go up to the Redoubt Béar built in the 18th century according to the plans of Vauban and immerse yourself in history.
  • Phare de la Jetée de Port-Vendres
    Phare de la Jetée de Port-Vendres - CCACVI
    Cultural heritage

    The jetty's lighthouse

    Having weathered the weather so far, the metal lighthouse at the pier of Port-Vendres has run bravely 110 years. However the last storms have a little damaged, including its spiral staircase, since removed because of the automation of the lantern. Listed in historical monuments since 2011, go see it before the sea prevails!
  • Le Sémaphore sur fond de Fort Béar
    Le Sémaphore sur fond de Fort Béar - CCACVI
    Cultural heritage

    Fort Béar

    Built between 1877 and 1880, Fort Béar was built in order to lock the borders and replace the fortifications of Vauban with buried polygonal forts. This fort was used until the middle of the 20th century, when a radio station was installed after the German occupation (1949). He is now owned by the Army.

Description

Starting point: Port-Vendres Tourist Office. Head towards the Jetty, following the coastal path signs around the port.

  1. When you reach the Jetty Cove, turn right onto the path that ascends towards Fort Béar. After passing through the rocky pass, continue on the path until you reach the vineyard trail.
  2. Turn left onto the trail.
  3. Continue until you reach Bernadi Beach, cross it, and head towards the second beach (Paulilles Beach).
  4. At the far end of the beach, turn right, pass under a small bridge, and cross the Paulilles site (not marked until you reach the Paulilles parking lot). Pass through the tunnel, follow the parking lot, and take a small path on the left. Pass under the bridge and turn right. After 300 meters, take the Col del Mitg path, which leads up to D86a and the village of Cosprons.
  5. Turn right (over the bridge) towards Coll de Perdiguer.
  6. Take the muleteer’s path.
  7. Turn right and then descend to the left.
  8. Continue straight ahead.
  9. Cross the tunnel and continue towards the train station.
  10. After the station, turn left onto the Route Stratégique towards the town center, cross Place de la Castellane, go down the stairs, and arrive back at the Tourist Office.
  • Departure : Tourist office of Port-Vendres
  • Arrival : Tourist Office of Port-Vendres
  • Towns crossed : PORT-VENDRES

Altimetric profile

Recommandations

Make sure to bring plenty of water, hiking shoes, and a cap or hat.

Transport

Bus 1€

Access and parking

D914, D114, D86, D86b

Parking :

Parking of the Tourist Office