In the Eastern Pyrenees, between Argelès-sur-Mer and Canet-en-Roussillon, the famous seaside resort of Saint Cyprien has both the charm of an authentic village and the advantages of a six-kilometre coastline. A marina for pleasure boats is the added asset of this small village, which has become the second marina in France and the third in Europe.
A seaside resort with two sides and many times rewarded
The Languedoc town of Saint Cyprien is divided into two parts with on one side the old town with an authentic character and on the other side, the beach of Saint-Cyprien, which in addition to the large and beautiful fine sandy beach also offers a wide selection of shops and local amenities. Separated by a coastal strip of Canet Plage, the nearest seaside resort of Perpignan, the beach of Saint Cyprien has beautiful unspoilt beaches. The beaches on the coast are exceptionally well maintained and have received various labels, including quality tourism, tourism and disability, Family Plus and the blue flag. They have earned these last two prizes for their good commitment to environmental protection set by the city. The latter centralizes the European Odyssea project, proof of tourist excellence.
In the water or on land, there are many activities waiting for you
If you come with your family, you should not miss a visit to Aqualand, a water park with around fifteen attractions, divided into 3 levels. Experience the amazing excitement with Space Navigator! Everywhere around the village you can go hiking and horse riding. Or cycle on the many cycle paths. It is up to you to choose between the short drive of 4 km to discover the Parc de la Prade and its surroundings or the 20 km route to discover the resort through important places in the city such as the Parc de la Prade, the Grand Stade de Capellans, the lagoon, the harbor, the boulevard … You can find different circuits in the guide “Le petit guide des sentiers”. For example, try “boucle du Pilou”, a route between village and nature reserve.
Around St Cyprien there are thousand and one things to see
Go visit the village of Elne, a small village just 3 km from St Cyprien. A visit to the Cathedral of Elne and its cloister, to the ruins of the Episcopal Palace and to the Capuchin Monastery, and in the oldest part of Elne you will find archaeological excavations that form a very ancient Roman-Christian necropolis the highlights of your visit. Many walks are possible around St-Cyprien, starting with Argelès-sur-Mer, Collioure, the charming little Catalan harbor, Perpignan, Port-Vendres or Castelnou or Ille sur Têt 32 km away, famous for its beautiful natural rocks known as the “Orgues d’Ille-sur-Têt” that are definitely worth a visit!
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