Argelès-sur-Mer coastline stretches for nearly 10 kilometres: 7km of sandy coast from the National Nature Reserve of Mas Larrieu to Le Racou, and 2km of rocky coast from Le Racou to the beach of l’Ouille. 

The coastal path allows to emphasize this nature and historic heritage. 12 signboards in French, Catalan, English and German are to be found along it.
The starting point is the National Nature Reserve of Mas Larrieu, north of Argelès-sur-mer. The path crosses the ford of la Riberette and continues and reaches the car-park of la Marende.

From the car-park of la Marende to Port-Argelès, the path follows the Public Maritime Domain.
From the port to the wet area of Le Racou, it goes along the docks until reaching the technical area. Then it passes through a wood.

The last part goes from Le Racou to the beach of l’Ouille. It traverses the Public Maritime Domain, and then the rocky coves of Porteils - steps cut into the rock make the exploration easier - before reaching the beach of l’Ouille. The beach is accessible by stairs installed on the cliff. Beyond Argelès, the coastal path continues via Collioure and Port-Vendres. It is possible to take the path in both ways.

Topoguide on sale at Argelès Tourist Office: €3

Visit

Guided tour of Coastal Path with a guide
Price: 4 euros per person. Free of charge for child under 13 accompanied by an adult.
April to September: every Wednesday morning, departure at 9 from Tourist Office. Group of 15 people maximum. 
Booking compulsory at
Tourist Office
Place de l’Europe - Argelès-Plage. Tel 00 33 4 68 81 15 85.

Group visits - Contact:
Mairie, Allée Ferdinand Buisson. Tel: 00 33 4 68 95 34 75.