Historical --- Cultural
* The Royal Castle - right in the village centre is open to the public all year round (pictured below right).

* Fort of St Elme - easy 30 min. walk behind Collioure - sensational views of mountain ranges, coastline and the Pyrenees fire signal towers, used centuries ago, to warn of impending invasions. More on the fortifications.

* Collioure's famous church that juts into the sea. The bell tower base is the port's ancient lighthouse.

* Dominican Convent - founded in 1290 now houses an extensive wine cave and a wine interpretation centre.

* Modern Art Museum - opened in 1930 now has frequent exhibitions of contemporary artist - located on Route de Port Vendres (3 min from our house).


Wine --- Olives
* Wine caves and guided wine and gastronomic walks through vineyards available.

* Wind mill - an easy 5 minute walk to see the restored windmill, now used for grinding olives. Great spot for spectacular harbour views.