Vernet Les Bains is situated in the heart of the Pyrenees Orientales, a region of Languedoc.
The Pyrenees Orientales is rich in diversity, ranging from the majestic scenery of the Pyrenees themselves, to the many pleasures of the Mediterranean coast. Vernet Les Bains is ideally situated to enjoy all of the pleasures of the area.
Within 15 minutes of Vernet Les Bains you can visit a range of beautiful gorges, local caves, the walled city of Villefranche Des Conflent, rock pools in Sahorre, white water rafting and sailing swimming on Vinca beach.
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Further afield you have the ski slopes of the Pyrenees, the wind region of the Medoc and the many splendours of the Mediterranean coast where you can laze on sandy beaches, enjoy water sports or take in local art in towns such as Collioure. All within less than an hour from Vernet Les Bains.
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The Pyrenees Orientales has a rich history in music where music festivals abound, particularily in Perpignan and Prades.
In the wider Languedoc area, there are Cathar castles, the Canal du Midi, Carcassone and much more to explore. Spain and the charming Costa Brava coast are also easily reached, as is Barcelona which is a 2 hour drive away (you can also get there by train from Perpignan).
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