CASTELNOU

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”.

 

 

 

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