CASTELNOU most beautiful village in France,
is nestled in the heart of Aspres beside Thuir with in the background the Canigou.
The Village of Castelnou is recognized as one of the most beautiful villages in France
but also the most beautiful village in the Catalan Country.
Coming from Thuir after your visit to Caves de Bhyrr you will be able
glimpse over the contours nestled on this hill and please
as a background the Canigou this magnificent what I say, this awesome
Village CASTELNOU. You have 2 possibilities to start your visit either
starting with his famous Château continuing the road after the car parks
either by stopping at the car parks and starting your visit with the imposing arched entrance door.
Let yourself be transported through its extraordinary alleys steeped in history
and to have the impression that time has stopped and go and meet
its atypical traders and artists. The Château Vicomtal de Castelnou is one of the symbols
of the Catalan Country, built in the 10th century this fortress bears witness to the prestigious past
from Catalonia, don't hesitate to take this historic tour and let your imagination run wild.
And every summer every Tuesday, this is where the producers, local traders and artists
have set up in Castelnou this Picturesque market ancestral nicknamed “Saint Mary of the Mercadal”.
