6 days in Port-Vendres Itinerary

Port-Vendres is a commune in the Pyrénées-Orientales department in southern France.A typical Mediterranean fishing port, situated near the Spanish border on the Côte Vermeille in south west France, Port-Vendres is renowned for its numerous fish and sea food restaurants.HistoryPort-Vendres has been in existence since Iron Age times, when it was used as a harbour connected with the Iberian settlement of Illiberis (modern Elne). Visiting Centre d'Activite Plongee Port-Vendres and Azimount will get you outdoors. Explore hidden gems such as Plage de Paulilles and Les Caves du Roussillon. There's still lots to do: learn about winemaking at Banyuls l'Etoile, take in the awesome beauty at Col de Banyuls, don't miss a visit to Fort Saint-Elme, and pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise Notre Dame des Anges.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Perpignan-Rivesaltes (Llabanère) Airport, Béziers-Vias Airport and Carcassonne Airport. In April in Port-Vendres, expect temperatures between 65°F during the day and 50°F at night.