Matisse and his family spent many summers in Collioure, with 1905 being the most notable. During this time he was joined by Derain, and together they produced 242 paintings, drawings and sculptures in and around the village.

These works displayed such vibrant colours and brushstrokes that the artists were referred to as 'la cage aux Fauves' (wild beasts) and it is from these Collioure works that the new art movement, Fauvism, was formed.

Today visitors to Collioure can discover some of their works by following a trail that winds itself through the village, with replicas at 20 sites where these Fauvist works were first painted or drawn. For maps, information & tours visit Espace Fauve, Quai de l'Amiraute, when in Collioure.

Matisse: Vue de Collioure,
L'eglise, 1905

Derain: Le village et
la mer, 1905

Matisse: Barques à
Collioure, 1905

Matisse: Porte fenetre à
Collioure, 1914

Derain: Le Phare de
Collioure, 1905

Matisse: Collioure, 1905

Matisse: La moulade, 1905

Derain: Le Faubourg de
Collioure, 1905

Matisse: Toits de
Collioure, 1905/1906