Camping Argelès Vacances

Handsome Argelès sur Mer is a popular seaside destination on this stretch of Mediterranean coast, for its beaut beach (the longest in the Pyrenées-Orientales), historic centre, lively vibe and clubs, casino, watersports and festivals. Five or so kilometres from Argelès is the old town of Collioure, full of Catalan culture on the Côte Vermeille. Its scenic setting has attracted artists and writers throughout the ages: start off with a stroll along the seafront to spy the castle and the church of Notre-Dame-des-Anges, via several cafés and seafood restaurants for pitstops. Closer to home, bounce around the Crazy Jump amusement park a kilometre from the site, or have a wander in the Mas Larrieu nature reserve, three kilometres away. The elaborate Art Nouveau Château de Valmy is also three kilometres from base. For day trips, potter around splendid and medieval Perpignan 25 kilometres away (described by Dali as 'the centre of the world), or head off for hikes in the Gorges de la Fou, reachable in about a 40-kilometre drive.