What to see, what to do
à Perpignan

France

Travel guide Perpignan

Perpignan, the capital of French Catalonia, is a city that exudes sunshine and the Mediterranean.

The city is rich in Catalan history, marked by periods of prosperity and conflict.

There are several options for getting to Perpignan by train, car or plane.

Accommodation

The choice of accommodation in Perpignan is vast, ranging from luxury hotels to youth hostels.

Gastronomy

Catalan cuisine is very much in evidence: try crema catalana or cargolade.

What is there to see? What to do?

The Palace of the Kings of Majorca, Saint-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral and Le Castillet are must-sees.

Explore the city centre, the Saint-Jean district and the Moulin à Vent district.

The region offers beach and mountain activities, including surfing and hiking.

Sant Vicens Park is perfect for a family outing.

The Visa pour l**Image festival in September is an event not to be missed.

Activities

Shopping

The shops around Place de la Loge offer a good choice of local produce.

Nightlife

The nightlife is lively, with a number of bars and clubs, particularly in the old centre.

Did you know?

The Castillet was once a prison.
Perpignan was the mainland capital of the Kingdom of Majorca.
The city is often cited in the works of Salvador Dalí.
Perpignan station was named **Centre of the World** by Dalí.
Garnet is the symbolic stone of the city.

Tips and tricks
For parking, opt for the car parks on the outskirts of the town.
The 1 euro bus is a great way to explore the region.
Local markets are the perfect place to sample regional produce.

For wine lovers, don't miss the vineyards around the town.

Bonjour, je m’appelle Jean-Pierre. Passionné de voyage et d’histoire, j’ai passé la majeure partie de ma vie à explorer chaque recoin de l’incroyable pays qu’est la France. À 60 ans, j’ai choisi de me poser à Perpignan, une ville riche de culture et d’histoire. Chaque jour, je me réveille avec le désir de partager mes expériences et de raconter les histoires de cette ville étonnante. J’aime faire rire les gens et leur donner le sentiment qu’ils sont ici avec moi, explorant les rues étroites, dégustant la cuisine locale et se plongeant dans l’histoire riche de cette ville. Je suis ici pour partager mon amour de Perpignan avec vous.

Jean-Pierre D.

DiamsTrotter Perpignan