The real standouts are.....
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]]>Homage to Matisse and Derain
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]]>Tradition, religion, food and drink... it's a firm favourite with the locals.
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]]>Three extraordinary mountain-top castles
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]]>She began: “My very dear little only son…”
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]]>An update of local news in the Pyrenees-Orientales
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]]>The more money we can raise, the more people we can help.
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]]>A circular walk exploring the dolmens above the pretty village of St Michel de Llotes.
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]]>Combine a musical train journey, jazz, mountain traditions and nature.
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]]>Pellicu-Live is one of those festivals that sounds slightly odd until you are actually there. Cinema, chef shows and live music in the middle of Parc Palauda, Thuir? It should not really slot together as…
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]]>New Euro Banknotes Are Coming – Have Your Say!
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]]>A circular 21/4 hour walk from Collioure with good paths and lovely views.
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]]>Could the Cathar treasure have included the Holy Grail?
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]]>Walk Les Balcons de Laroque
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]]>The fires may be over, but for those who survived them, recovery is only beginning
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]]>RAF Sergeant Leslie John Faircloth parachuted to safety when he was shot down on a bombing raid on the Paris/Vaires railway yard on the outskirts of Paris in 1944.
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]]>The Forteresse de Salses, imposing and beautiful château, squats between the Corbières hills and the Leucate lagoon.
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]]>The beginning of autumn (September) brings out the Forums des Associations in every town and village throughout the region so get out there and join the club!
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]]>Rising above the Roussillon plain, Força Réal offers one of the finest panoramic views in the Pyrénées-Orientales.
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]]>Could mutuelle premiums rise?
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]]>The hunting season is open. Advice for staying safe when out walking or riding.
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]]>Looking for things to do in the Pyrénées-Orientales this autumn and winter?
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]]>Whip up a couple of glasses of this light and refreshing cocktail then savour every second as you enjoy (or imagine, for those unable to be here in person) the P-O views.
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]]>From coastal paths to mountain trails, these ten useful additions can help make a day on foot safer, cooler and considerably more comfortable The Pyrénées-Orientales is made for exploring on foot. One day you might…
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]]>The world has always underestimated women.
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]]>10 French Books That Are Perfect for English-Speaking Learners Reading a book in French sounds like a wonderful way to improve your language skills – right up until you find yourself looking up six words…
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]]>Watch out for fake parking tickets on windscreens
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]]>Whether new to the region, or long time residents, there are several international organisations in the P-O providing links between nationalities. They help people to settle in, reply to questions and problems, and offer new skills and interests within a social, supportive environment.
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]]>Escape Across the Pyrenees During the Occupation
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]]>Pick me up is what it is because of the coffee and chocolate it contains
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