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We are offering a chance in a life time to learn to swim whilst on holiday in the beautiful surroundings of France.
This part of French Catalonia offers some dramatic scenery and is a must for enthusiastic walkers. The summit of the Canigou Mountain is over 9,000ft high and is accessible both on foot and by road at most times of the year. The Mountains The mountains to the west divide into 2 areas: Capcir to the north and Cerdagne to the south. What could be better than organising your swimming holiday in such a glorious location. Font-Romeu
in Cerdagne Out of a total of 9 ski resorts in the P-O, Font-Romeu is the top one, celebrating its centenary in December 2003. Situated at an altitude of 1800 metres with a total of 40 ski runs with easy access to suit all levels (downhill and cross-country ski-ing). But Font-Romeu is much more than just a ski resort - offering a plethora of high-quality leisure activities which go beyond the usual hiking, swimming and horse-riding into the realms of paragliding, pot-holing, quad-bikes, archery, golf and the list goes on. It benefits from an acclaimed microclimate and an average of 3000 hours of sunshine per year to boot. This is where sporting hopefuls and sporting professionals come to train to boost performance. Swimming in the morning - Skiing in the afternoon? The first
serious snowfall generally arrives in November/early December and Les Angles
in Capcir What began as a remote mountain village has over the past 40 years developed into a substantial village ski-resort with quite a following. Les Angles is situated at an altitude of 1650 metres with 32 ski runs to suit all levels. The resort offers both downhill ski-ing as well as plenty of ideal cross-country ski-ing on the Capcir Plateau. It also boasts excellent après-ski, an amazing Wild Animal Park (90 acres) offering you the chance to spot bears and wolves, etc in their natural mountain habitat as well as the first-ever (and now quite advanced) Snow Park created in the Pyrenees for fans of snowboard
Climate In 2003 the P-O enjoyed exceptional temperatures, a month ahead of themselves from May onwards. As we know, climatic conditions throughout the world are changing and the South of France is no exception. Perpignan actually saw snow in January 2003 - a very rare phenomenon! Swimming holidays in July and August will allow you the best of the glorious weather in France. Generally speaking, Roussillon enjoys long, hot summers and relatively short, cold winters. Thus from April through to mid-October, the climate gets progressively hotter - peaking in July/August normally. Late October to March can be wet 'n' windy and cold. Unlike the UK however, days are usually bright with sunshine whatever the temperature. Of course, one should not forget the presence of the Pyrenees, ensuring ample rainfall and therefore lush vegetation together with the fact that temperatures vary considerably from valley to valley and between the coast/inland and mountains, particularly in Winter. Easter is normally the weather turning point and usually the very first cargolade (snail barbecue!) takes place at this time to honour the fine weather to come.
Check out typical market towns such as Ille-sur-Tet, Toulouges or Thuir and numerous hidden villages such as Vinca, Corberes or Camelas. Organise your holiday around time spent swimming and visiting these wonderful locations. Medieval Ille-sur-Tet (pop 5,000) used to welcome pilgrims on their long journey to Santiago de Compostella in Spain and lies just 25 km west of Perpignan, circa 30 minutes to the coast and 90 minutes to the ski resort of Font-Romeu. More polished Thuir (pop 7,000) is 12 km south-west of Perpignan and successfully combines old and new - smart streets and shops host fun street events in season alongside a maze of charming, narrow, winding streets. Medieval
Vinca (pop 2,000) is halfway between Ille-sur-Tet and Prades and its two lakes
make it ideal for fishing and watersports, whilst the hill-top village of
Camelas gives you stunning views and serenity with civilisation just round the
corner. Adjacent villages such as Marquixanes, Ria-Sirach and Eus (pop 400), 5 km east of Prades are also worth a look. The latter is one of the 5 prettiest villages in the P-O (there are 142 altogether in France) and reputedly the sunniest in the whole of France by virtue of its dominant south-facing hillside position over the Tet Valley.
Note that villages such as Canohes and Pollestres, situated within striking distance of Perpignan, are also worth a look.
In addition to the rugged
hillside and valleys the coast is with in easy reach (approx 35 ins by car).
Here you will
There are good golf courses in
the area such as St. Cyprien 18 hole international course and the superb
mountain course at Domaine De Falgos In the heart of the Roussillon forest, at an height of 1.100 m, the Domaine de Falgos Golf Club is a 18-hole course situated between the Canigou mountain and the Bay of Rosas. The moment you arrive, you know you are near the Mediterranean - the crickets, the intoxicating smell of hot pine needles, thyme and the peppery scent of herbs in the sun, confirm that you are in this vibrant area. This huge region stretches from the Rhône Delta to the Pyrenees; to the north it is bounded by the Cévennes and the Montagne Noire and to the south is the Mediterranean. Pyrenees. Horse riding, pony trekking, boat trips and the famous gorges are also near by. A must for those who are not learning to swim. The children will be happy too with lots to do. If you want a quiet time between your swimming, whilst you are at a loose end this lovely area has one of the best climates in the South of France and drinks on the patio will go down a treat! What more could you want from your holiday.
Each property has its own
private garden and BBQ areas. There is a well stocked orchard and clients may
pick the ripe fruit during their visit. These include cherry, peach, greengage,
grapefruit, kiwi and fig trees. The property is in a quiet location by the River Tech within easy walking distance of Palalda and the famous spa town of Amelie les Bains. The town offers ample choice of shops, restaurants and its famous fruit and vegetable market where you can buy your own produce most days. The Spanish coast line is nearby with its lovely beaches and Barcelona is approximately 1hr and 40 mins away.
Once you have learnt to be confident in the water the beaches are sumptuous and the water just beckons you to take a dip. You will never regret taking this fabulous holiday of a lifetime.
So come to the South of France and take a swimming holiday with Swim-Easy. |
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The Tet
Valley
Vernet-les-Bains (pop 1,500) sits just behind Le Canigou at an altitude of 700
metres. Approx 45 minutes drive to Perpignan airport to the east or to the ski
resorts to the west. Such a splendid location sheltered from the Tramontane
wind, plus high levels of sunshine equals a pleasing micro-climate - and indeed
one of the healthiest climates in France. Add its ancient thermal springs and
little wonder that it is one of the top French spa towns. Rudyard Kipling, who
spent considerable time here, called it 'Paradise in the Pyrenees'.
find beautiful white sandy beaches and plenty of water sports.
After learning to swim there are a multitude of water sports open to you. You
will find your life has changed dramatically; swimming is one of our essential
life skills..
Villa Josephoine has been
carefully separated into two delightful self contained homes. The property has
been upgraded with sympathy to its style and original charm; care has been taken
to ensure that both homes are well equipped and offer all the comforts to help you
enjoy your swimming holidays in the South of France.
