Collioure, France

Collioure

A colourful fishing village with a church tower rising from the sea.

  • Apr–Oct
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Collioure

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk around the harbour to the church whose round bell tower rises straight out of the sea.
  2. AfternoonVisit the Royal Castle, then swim at one of the small town beaches.
  3. EveningHave dinner on the harbour at sunset, where Matisse and Derain once painted.

Day 2

Walk the coastal path to Port-Vendres, or visit a winery on the terraced slopes.

What to eat

Collioure anchovies and a glass of Banyuls sweet wine.

Local tips

Make the most of Collioure

Beat the crowds

July and August are very busy. Spring and autumn are lovely and calmer.

Best photo spot

The church tower rising from the sea, from the beach or the castle walls.

Getting there

Trains run along the coast from Perpignan in about 20 minutes. Parking is hard in summer.

Don't miss nearby

Banyuls-sur-Mer and the vineyards of the Côte Vermeille.

Good to know

Matisse and Derain painted here. Try the local anchovies.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Collioure

Getting there

  • Perpignan Airport (PGF)30 km away
  • Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO)75 km away
  • Girona65 km away
  • Montpellier135 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeApr–Oct
TypeHidden town
Good forCoast, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryFrance

Questions

Collioure: good to know

Is Collioure worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like the coast and food. A colourful fishing village with a church tower rising from the sea.

How many days do you need in Collioure?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Collioure?

The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. July and August are very busy. Spring and autumn are lovely and calmer.

How do you get to Collioure?

The nearest airport is Perpignan Airport (PGF), about 30 km away. Trains run along the coast from Perpignan in about 20 minutes. Parking is hard in summer.

What is there to see near Collioure?

Nearby hidden places include Girona (64 km), Tossa de Mar (90 km) and Carcassonne (96 km).

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