Maison de l'eau et de la Méditerranée, Le Boulou
Le Boulou - 2019 Fred Bora Pub

Water house and Méditerranée

To know all there is to know about H2O!

At the foot of the Pyrenees, those mighty mountains that act as a huge water reservoir for France and Spain, Le Boulou has, since the 19th century, been a thermal spa reputed for the unique quality of its waters, rich in magnesium and mineral salts and recognized for their therapeutic qualities. As to the MEM, it invites visitors to learn about water in all its forms and raises awareness of the need to preserve this vital resource.

Via playful presentations, discover how, through simple everyday gestures, we can contribute to the preservation of this essential resource for life. Five themed spaces help you understand H2O, from its molecular state to its role in geopolitics in the Mediterranean Basin. Plunge into this captivating presentation of the source of all life on Earth!

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Le Perthus / Argelès sur Mer

1 Le Perthus / Argelès sur Mer

39 km
2 h 25 min
I’m used to cycling
The cycling adventure along the Méditerranée à Vélo starts in the Pyrenees. Getting in the saddle at Le Perthus, be prepared for a demanding rhythm at the start. Make the effort to climb to Bellegarde Fort to enjoy its vast views over the Catalan mountains. Then the way becomes easier as you descend along what feels like a giant toboggan – in fact a cement track, followed by the D13C county road – whisking you down through dense forests. You’re never far from the Tech River, its valley guiding you to the sea. Then a very straight path leads you to Argelès. Branch off to explore the charming villages just off the cycle path.
Argelès sur Mer / Leucate

2 Argelès sur Mer / Leucate

51 km
3 h 25 min
I’m starting out / with the family
On this, the first coastal stage of the Mediterranean Cycle Route, it’s a joy cycling along, taking in the Med on the track running alongside the beaches of Argelès-Plage. Next comes the resort of St-Cyprien, with its commercial port and very popular seafront. Then on to Canet-en-Roussillon and the Agly Greenway, providing a majestic way to Port-Barcarès. At this port, seeing all the fish on sale will help you work up an appetite. The cycle track to Corrège Point offers a splendid view over Port-Leucate. Then enjoy the lovely track through the pines along the isthmus to Le Grau de Leucate. The panoramic cycle path around Leucate Lagoon takes you gently on to Leucate’s suburbs.