Introducing Our Sister Site: The Argelès Local’s Guide

We’re excited to announce the launch of our sister website: www.argeles-locals-guide.com, a practical and inspiring guide to the charming seaside town just a few minutes south of Collioure – Argelès-sur-Mer.

While Collioure is famous for its historic beauty, artistic heritage, and romantic streets, Argelès offers something slightly different – a laid-back, spacious coastal experience with wide sandy beaches, pine forests, family-friendly attractions, and a vibrant holiday atmosphere. If you’re staying in Collioure or exploring the wider region, Argelès is well worth discovering – and our new guide gives you all the local insight you need.

The Argelès Local’s Guide covers everything from beach reviews and watersports to walking trails, market days, restaurants, campsites, and places to stay. Whether you’re travelling as a couple, with children, or solo, you’ll find plenty of ideas to help you make the most of your visit.

One of Argelès’ biggest draws is its seven kilometres of beaches – far wider and sandier than Collioure’s smaller, pebbled coves. It’s the perfect place for swimming, sunbathing, or trying out paddleboarding or windsurfing. There’s also the scenic Le Racou area, a more bohemian, village-like part of Argelès that feels a world away from the main resort.

Beyond the beach, the guide explores Argelès’ Old Town, its lively night markets, and the nearby Massif des Albères, with its beautiful forest trails and panoramic viewpoints. You’ll also find suggestions for day trips, including hidden coves, vineyards, and nearby nature reserves – all from a local perspective.

Like this site, www.argeles-locals-guide.com is written with care and first-hand experience. Our goal is to offer a genuine, down-to-earth resource that helps visitors experience the real Argelès – not just the brochure version.

Collioure and Argelès-sur-Mer complement each other beautifully. Collioure enchants with its pastel façades, castle, and artistic soul, while Argelès offers more space to stretch out, more family facilities, and a broader range of activities. Together, they form a perfect coastal duo, each with its own unique atmosphere.

So if you're based in Collioure and fancy a beach day with more room to relax, or you’re curious about what else the Côte Vermeille has to offer, head over to www.argeles-locals-guide.com and have a browse.

We’ll continue to update both guides with fresh content, seasonal highlights, and practical advice – so stay tuned, sign up for updates, and follow us on social media.

Thanks for joining us – and enjoy exploring more of this beautiful corner of the Mediterranean!