From the end of the 13th century, Laroque-des-Albères became a fortress integrated into the area's defence system. The Château de Laroque-des-Albères is first mentioned in 1100.
Those who choose Laroque-des-Albères as a travel destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment for their stay.
Culture and History
The Moulin de la Pave is a former grain mill that was supplied with water by the village's irrigation canal. From 2006 onwards, it was restored by the municipality in cooperation with the Association Patrimoine de Laroque.
The Church of Saint Félix and Saint Blaise was initially used as the castle's armoury and was consecrated as a parish church in 1371. Its altarpieces, particularly the altarpiece of Saint Félix and Saint Blaise, are made of painted wood with gold leaf and date from the 18th century.
The Chapelle Notre-Dame de Tanyà has appeared in history since 1371 under the name “ecclesia Sancte Marie de Tanyano”. The church of the Chapelle Notre-Dame de Tanyà can only be visited by appointment; information is available from the tourist office.
Trails and Landscape
The route from Laroque-des-Albères to Pic Néoulous begins at the church in the old village and then continues onto a hiking trail. It leads to the highest point of the Albères massif between France and Spain.
The orienteering course in Laroque-des-Albères combines the local cultural heritage, the coolness of the waterways and the scenic attractions of the Albères forest.
Cycling Connections
The connection from Laroque-des-Albères to EuroVelo 8 is classified as easy, is 3.5 km long and has a stated duration of 30 minutes. From the village of Laroque-des-Albères, a connection leads through fields and vineyards to EuroVelo 8 between Sorède and Argelès.
Tourist Information Point
The Laroque-des-Albères Tourist Office serves as a tourist information point and as a Maison de la randonnée. The tourist office provides programmes for hiking and cycling activities, as well as events and leisure activities, and offers tickets for guided tours and outdoor activities such as guided hikes, water sports, boat trips and excursions.
