Nice village close to Saint-Cyprien but away from the camp-sites and tourists. On a bike path to the beach along a river. Has a nice tapas bar and other cafés. Close to the Etang for birdspotting.

A spa town on the Tech river. It stretches quite a long distance and contains different neighbourhoods. Some are pretty with old villas and some are poor with apartment blocks. The centre has a selection of cafés and restaurants and a nice market-place. On the other side of the river is the old village of Palada which has steep, narrow streets with quaint village houses as well as a river-front section of modern apartments and villas. 

A beach resort as well as an old town set back from the sea. The beach resort is very crowded in summer with a lot of campsites nearby (the most in Europe). Long-term residents feel that Argeles-sur-Mer has improved over the last few years.

The sea-front promenade is quite nice with a selection of restaurants and bars sitting across some gardens from the main beach. Behind the promenade are several streets full of touristy shops, bars and restaurants serving a mainly budget-conscious clientelle of holiday-makers. At the south end there are a number of large attractive old villas. This area mostly closes down from October to April, although you can find a few places open even in the winter. 

At the northern end of Ageles-Plage is a area of apartment blocks and villas build among pine trees. Most of these properties are second-homes and there is a large campsite to the north, which explains why the nearby group of snack-bars, shops and restaurants is closed outside the tourist season. 

To the south of the promenade is Port-Argeles, a modern marina, surrounded by apartment blocks with many restaurants that do stay open in winter. Further south is the pretty little beach-village of Le Racou, popular with locals as well as visitors but with limited property available. 

The old town of Argeles-sur-Mer is inhabited and lively all year round and has a good selection of shops, restaurants and cafés as well as a great market. With two indoor swimming pools, a train station, a big commercial centre, medical facilites and numerous sports grounds Argeles-sur-Mer is a popular choice for living close to the beach. 

A small historic market town half-way up the Tech valley (Vallespir) in a lovely setting by the river with mountains all around. Like most of the Vallespir it is protected from the wind. Arles has all the required amenities such as independent shops, a mini-market, health centre, cafés and restaurants and a craft centre. It is an active community with many events throughout the year.

A large village with good sports facilities, playgrounds and schools. It has several local shops and several bars, including one the best in the Roussillon. Popular with French families although not with expats. Connected to the coast by a good bike path and well-located for travelling by car. 

A mid-sized village in the Tet valley on the outskirts of Perpignan. The old centre has a few local shops, such as a mini-market, a butcher and boulangeries as well as a café-restaurant. It's quieter and calmer than Saint-Esteve or Le Soler but convenient for Perpignan, to which it is connected by a new cycle path. It's not affluent but neither is it scruffy. There is easy access to the countryside including the wooded banks of the Tet. 

An important wine-growing village close to Rivesaltes and home to one of the largest Cave Cooperatives in the area.

A pretty catalan village located on top of a hill just of the N9 which makes getting to lots of places very easy especially Perpinan, the coast and Spain. ie 20 mins from Perpignan. Traffic is diverted around the old village.

An attractive old port with pebble beaches and coastal walks along perhaps the most scenic stretch of the Cote Vermeille. Banyuls is also an important wine producer with many caves open to the public. It is lively year-round but can be crowded in summer, especially the main road in and out, which attracts a lot of sight-seers and holiday-makers. There are numerous restaurants on the sea-front and other nice shops, cafés and bars in the quaint old streets. It holds several major events during the year, notably the Fete des Vendanges over 3 days in september. 

There are a couple of other beautiful swimming coves within easy reach, including Le Site de Paulilles, which is the most visited location in the Pyrénées-Oriéntales. 

All these attractions mean that property isn't cheap. The old town has a mixture of fishermen's cottages and wine-producers' mansions and there are more modern neighbourhoods of villas and bungalows stretching inland. 

Nestled in the hills amongst vineyards of Banyuls is the tiny village of Cosprons.

Le Barcares is a modern beach resort, especially designed for small boat-owners. It has several marinas and many houses and apartments close to the water. Most of these are only occupied during the summer, which means the town has a bit of a deserted feel in winter. Although it does host a large Christmas market throughout December. 

It is also the venue for Les Deferlantes, the biggest summer music festival in the department which has welcomed international starts such as Sting, Indochine and David Guetta. 

A bike track links it to Leucate to the North and Torreilles to the south. 

If you are only planning on living here during the summer months, Barcares makes an interesting choice as it's less expensive and less touristy than the other beach towns and has a fast road connecting it to the motorway and Perpignan. If you are looking for character and historic buildings, you won't find them here. 

Area of Perpignan occupying the north bank of the river Tet. It is a mixture of residential and commercial/public buildings, including the Parc d'Expositions which also hosts large outdoor events such as fun-fairs, circuses and markets.The residential district of Torcatis, across the river from Perpignan's new theatre, to which it is joined by a foot-bridge,has experienced some rejuvenation and has some attractive houses. Itt's quite ethnically diverse with Portuguese and North-African shops and cafés. There is also a new cycle track along the Tet linking it to the coast and up-river to Saint-Esteve and Le Soler.

A quiet small sleepy rural catalan village, it's well-situated as it is not far from Ille-sur-Tet or the main road between Prades and Perpignan offering quick access to ski resorts or the beach at Canet.  Also has a new cycle path through the orchards and vineyard to Ille-sur-Tet.

Cabestany is a large town on the eastern side of Perpignan with many amenities including two large shopping centres, a large medical centre and several schools. A selection of good restaurants are found around the town.

The is also a fabulous sports complex that offers yearly rates for residents.

Mas Guerido, a large commercial centre nearby, is a geat place to shop for food, wine, clothing and, for expats, "Les 5 Continents" to find foods from back home. 

Medipole is a clinic/hospital with many medical specialists in all domains. 

It's only minutes away by car from the beach at Canet-en-Roussillon and Perpignan. Caliceo, a large wellness-complex is also a short drive away. 

Not so much a village but a collection of old sheep farms and large modern homes built along a wooded ridgeline providing great views of the Roussillon plain and Canigou. There is no village centre and no shops or cafés. Therefore a good choice if you want to live away from other people, have a decent amount of land around your home and enjoy the views. It's altitude means that it is slightly cooler than other parts of the Aspres. 

Canet is one of the largest of the beach resorts on the Littoral coast. It's also the one closest to Perpignan with good transport links, although no train station. 

It is made up of the old village Canet-en-Roussillon, and the modern beach resort, Canet-Plage. It has a lot of amenities including two swimming pools, and aquarium, a marina, dozens of cafés and restaurants and the only semi-professional soccer team in the department. 

The beaches are wide and sandy with safe swimming for kids. 

The beachfront is not that attractive, with many 1960s and 70s apartment blocks, snack bars and tourist eateries. The beach is separated from the restaurants by a road, therefore only the beach-clubs have nice views of the sea. 

Outside of the summer season, the beach town does close down to a certain extent. Around 75% of the bars and restaurants are shut and many properties uninhabited, giving the town an empty feel. 

A village that has grown into a popular commuter-town close to Perpignan but with access to the countryside. Like many of these towns the old centre has typical stone village houses and a few small shops. Most of the housing is on modern lottissements and can range from small T2 houses to substantial homes with gardens and swimming pools. It is on good cycle path between Thuir and Perpignan and very close to the A9 motorway péage. There is also an attractive path/cycle track along the Canal de Perpignan.  

The village centre is a little bit dead and shopping has moved to the Intermarché commercial centre on the outskirts. It's a bit lacking in restaurants and cafés compared to other satellite towns. However it does have a good school complex and nice countryside on the doorstep. 

It's a good choice for people who need to be able to travel into Perpignan or beyond for work, while living in a quiet, peaceful town.

Small, pretty, unspoilt village high in the Fenouilledes looking down on a lake. Mainly old stone village houses. It's remote and on a windy road but has some of the best views in the area and is great for hiking and cycling. 

An attractive village on the river at the entrance to the Agly Valley. It's accessible from Perpignan and also on a new cycle route. The old village is up a steep hill from the bridge but doesn't many amenities. There is a Cave Cooperative and a new bistro on the main road. 

Very pretty medieval village set in a dramatic valley above Thuir. Mainly old village houses. It has a castle and several restaurants as well as tourist shops.

One of the most desireable towns in the region, popular with tourists but people living and working there.  It has a weekly market on a Saturday morning, many restaurants and cafes, shops, art galleries, a great wine shop Le Pressoir, a cheese shop, butchers, supermarket in the town itself along with one at the entrance into Ceret, sports facilities (tennis/swimming/rugby etc), all school ages are catered for.  Along with a Cathedral, there is an art museum which has quite a lot of  Picasso pottery on display with changing exhibitions. 

The newer part of the central city, with wide boulevards and some nice Belle-Epoque and Art-Nouveau apartments. The steets are full of interestign shops, cafés and restaurants. The new Theatre d'Archipel is located just over a road lined with the most popular bars in Perpignan, meaning it is the hub for nightlife. 

A newish but leafy residential district joining Perpignan to Cabestany. We have included Mas Vermeille and Massilia in this area as they have similar characteristics. The housing here is generally quite spacious and some properties, particulalry in Mas Vermeille, are large and luxurious with swimming pools. 

There is a wooded park in the centre and heading east along cycle tracks you are in open fields on the way to Canet. 

The Lycée Pablo Picasso, the medical centre Medipole, the "Chateau Roussillon" shopping centre and the new outdoor shopping "village" Le Carré d'Or are all found in this district, making it a popular choice for middle-class families. 

A collection of houses in the valley leading up to Le Perthus. These settlements are pretty quiet with no local shops or cafés but close enough to other larger towns. There are some very atttractive, large houses located along a pretty, wooded road which also forms the cycle route into Spain. 

Seen as the "Jewel in the crown" of all the towns in the department. Collioure is a picture-perfect old port with a castle, famous church, several beaches and a series of attractive pedestrianised streets full of art galleries, boutique shops, cafés and restaurants. 

It stays lively all year round but is very crowded in summer with tourists. When the traffic isn't too heavy, it's easily accessibe by a dual carriageway to Perpignan and towards Spain. 

If you are lookign for a truly beautiful, vibrant town on the coast, then this has to be first on the list. 

Corbere-le-Chateau is up the hill from Corbere les Cabanes. It has old village houses in narrow street. There is a castle on top of the hill and plenty of hiking tracks into the attractive hills nearby. 

The lower part of Corbere. Mainly consisting of new houses, many of which are large and well-kept. 

Large village on the main highway between Perpignan and Argeles. It has an old centre and newer lotissements. In the center is a new market square with a few cafés and food shops. It's relatively quiet and separated from the highway. 

Old village on the north of the Tet, the furthest west of those villages and the quietest. Like the other villages on the north side of the Tet, it is relatively poor and lacking nice shops, cafés or restaurants. 

Mid-sized town in the middle of the Roussillon plain. The historic capital of the region in Roman times. It is home to a famous cloisters and has an authentic old centre with many narrow streets, a good selection of small shops and cafés. It's a busy town with a market 3 days a week, good sports facilites and public transport. 

Although it has its advantages, we would recommend spending some time getting to know it before making any commitments. 

Estagel is a large village half way up the Agly valley. It was on the main trunk road but has recenly had a by-pass built. The village centre has a number of small shops and cafés. However, the centre is a bit run down. Many of the old properties are in poor state of repair. 

Very attractive old village built on a steep hill overlooking Prades. Eus is one of the "Plus Beau Villages de France". The old centre has steep narrow streets leading up to the church at the top. There are a handful of nice, rustic restaurants in town. At the base of the hill are some newer housing developments. It sits in nice countryside, with a great view of Canigou, and is connected to Prades by a cycle track. 

One of the major ski-stations and winter sports centres. It's an attractive old mountain town with a decent selection of shops, cafés and restaurants. Popular in winter. It is connected to the ski fields by a gondola in the centre of town. 

Fourques is a large quiet village in the lower Les Aspres but it requires driving through at least one other village to get to. It does have a mini supermarket, pharmacy and a butchers.  A football club at the local stade for kids.  There is an old part to the village with old village houses and then the new lotissements popping up around it.  

An area mostly taken up by commerical and light industry as well as the site of Perpignan's main hospital, the adjoining cemetery and the Catalan Dragons stadium. To the north lies Pia, which is more residential. 

A reasonably sized town with bars and restaurants, butcher, shops, market, plenty of parking in the centre, some beautiful "maison de maitre" houses. One of the best boulangeries in France is on the outskirts.  Some interesting tourist attractions like the Orgues d'lle su tet, the Church and the Hospice d'Illa.  This town is just off the main Route de Prades, making it easy to get into Perpignan and the coast or go skiing in Font Romeu for the day.

There is a new community centre that hosts a number of interesting events during the year. 

We feel that this is a bit of an odd gem, it's obvious that this town had some wealth to it at one stage as there are some seriously impressive houses, took a little look and is perhaps on it's way back up again.

A busy residential district which includes Perpignan train (and bus) station. The main thoroughfare Ave General Charles de Gaulle is not that attractive, even though it forms most visitors' first impression of the city. It is lined with cafés, bars and restaurants typical of those found near train stations. 

However, in the streets on either side of the avenue can be found some attractive houses. The pretty Place de Belgique has two restaurants and hosts a weekly market and several events during the year. 

Le Jardin Enchanté, a private bilingual kndergarten, and Jean d'Arc, one of the top private Lycées in the department are also located here. 

It's an area worth investigating both for its convenience for transport links and for large houses close to the centre. 

This area is a warren of old, narrow streets sitting between the central Saint-Jean district and the Palace of the Kings of Majorca, on the south side of Rue des Augustins / Rue de Fusterie.  

The sector seems to suffer heavily from rises and falls in the economic situation of the city. Although it contains some impressive old buildings and interesting sites, the streets remain mainly unloved and lacking in shops, bars or restaurants compared to Saint-Jean to the north. 

Lively and pretty walled village with an historic castle at the top and the scenic backdrop of the Alberes hills. Laroque is popular with many types of people, young and old. Lots of different nationalities have settled here. There are many second homes, although it is still French at its core while welcoming of foreigners. Busy and lively in summer with regular evening entertainment. Great walks out into the hills, you can even walk up to the Pic de Neoulous .

A quiet, popular residential district to the east of Perpignan, situated between Les Jardins de Saint Jacques and Saint Gauderique. Houses here tend to be more spacious than in other districts of Perpignan. There is nothing particulalry remarkable about the area and it has no tourist sites but it does have a selected of local shops, snack-bars and family-restaurants. 

A village which has grown recently to join Elne and Saint-Cyprien old village. It has a fair number of shops in a commercial centre on the main road, which is all most people see of this place. There is a large modern housing estate behind the McDonalds. The old part of the village is set back and hidden from the main road and has several narrow streets with local shops and cafés. It's a village definitely worth investigating if you want to live close to the coast but not on it. 

This is a border town before heading into Spain, a detour was built around it some years ago and the town has improved along with the vibe.  Housing is cheaper here than other towns in the Vallespir.  The town centre has lots of shops and a couple of restaurants and there is a large market on Sunday.  On the outskirts of the town are big retailers like Gifi, Action, McDonalds, quite a few Supermarkets.  It also sits on a cycle track running from Argeles at the coast to the lake a Saint-Jean Pla de Corts, Ceret and all the way up to Arles sur tech as well as one going to La Jonquera via Maureillas. Yet another new cycle route goes through Les Aspres to Thuir.  

It has a couple of museums and a casino but Le Boulou is not a really tourist hotspot like other towns in the region. 

A favourable town for locals as it's close to Perpignan with a good bus service and has many services. There is a a very nice small lake with picnic area, cafés and restaurants and a children's play area.  Lots of different style housing from village houses, apartments and lotissements ranging from 1950s  to 2020s. On the outskirts are many lifestyle blocks and mini-farms. 

Also of note is Parc Ducup off the main road from Le Soler to Peprigan. It's an up-market enclave of houses with a few restaurants and local shops. Part of it is a modern gated community. 

This is an area of farmland right on the edge of Perpignan. Most of the properties are market-gardens and orchards, with a few lifestule blocks. It doesn;t have much in the way of amenities. There are no local shops or cafés. However it is very close to the Platanes district of central Perpignan and the Chateau-Roussillon shopping centre. 

Les Platanes is probably the most desirable central district of Perpignan to live, at least according to French residents. It's made up of several quiet streets with nice town-houses and villas as well as well-maintained, newish apartment blocks. Among the streets are several high-quality local shops. There are no bars or restaurants in the centre but you can easily walk to them in Perpignan. It also has the city's largest green space, comprising the Allées Maillol which has a antique market at the weekend, the attractive Bir-Hakeim park, with childrens playground and tennis courts and the Palais de Congrés which hosts various events.

A small, pretty, hill-top village, located 30 minutes from Perpignan and 20 minutes from Ceret. Property consists of old stone houses and more modern houses on large sections. Good access to hiking trails and cycle routes.

Llupia is a large village joined to Thuir but instead of coming under Les Aspres it comes under Perpignan city, so the bus service is better, there is the old part of the village and then quite a lot of 80s/90s/new housing around it.   It has no tourist attractions and it's very much a village where people live all year round with only 3% holiday homes.  It has a lovely compact little shopping centre comprising of Tabac cafe/pharmacy/butcher/fruit & vegetable shop, garden centre,  horse riding school, Pizzerias, Action and an Intermache supermarket.   

This district of Perpignan is well to the east, out in the countryside and quite close to Canet. It's really a collection of large, modern luxury properties on large sections. There are few local amenities but it's well located for driving or cycling to Perpignan and the beach at Canet. 

An important wine village on the main road through the Agly Valley. Life in Maury revolves mainly around wine production but there are also a number of expats and second-home owners. 

It is on the main bus route from Quillan to Perpignan with buses running throughout the day. There is also the Red tourist train running in the summer months. A new cycle path runs through the valley. 

There are a couple of good restaurants, a lively café-bar, a tabac, a village shop and an ATM. It has a small market twice a week as well as a popular night market between April and October. 

In June there is the well-known Voix de Femme 3-day music festival . There are other wine tasting and music events throughout the year.

The old streets with villages houses climb steeply up from the main road to the market square. On the borders of the village are some new housing developments with great views of the dramatic countryside. 

One of the bigger towns in the Tet valley, Millas has a number of cafés on the main street as well as a few local shops, notably farm-shops. 

It is very close to the river where a cycle path takes you to some fishing ponds along the side of the dual-carriageway. These are not as nice as the ones at Le Soler, Saint-Felieu-d'Avall. 

Molitg Les Bains is a small thermal spa town situated 6km away from Prades heading up towards the Aude department. This small, sunny hill top town is at around 640 meters altitude. The town attracts tourists, curists and hikers from April till the end of November when the thermal spa hotel closes and the village goes back to being quiet. There is a population of around 240 people who live in the village all year round. The restaurants, bakery and small shops are open during the tourist season from the 1st of April till the end of November, the next closest shops are in Prades. Molitg has many festivals and animations organised all year round by the town committee and benefits from a mild to hot temperature with very few freezing days in the winter. There is a playground with a multi complex court, exercise equipment and a mini golf in the village. Buses run from the village of Mosset down to Prades/Molitg train station. There are many hikes and walks ranging from 4km to 21km walks, all sign posted. Molitg les bains is a one hour drive to the closest ski fields at Font Romeu or Les Angles. Molitg les Bains is mostly known for its natural thermal waters with a certain type of plankton used in the dermatological treatments at the Grand Hotel thermal spa resort. It is well known for having the only chateau relais five start hotel, le Chateau de Reill. Molitg also has a 15th century castle fort, Veux Chateau Le Casteil, that now serves as holiday rentals for tourists and curists and a church dating back to 1024 that is open for visits. The closest schools are in Prades, primary, middle and high school, served by a school bus.

More like a tiny very pretty hamlet or commune elevated behind Fourques.  Has a definite rural vibe.

A very desireable small quiet well located village between Bages and Elne and Villenerve de la Raho.  It has an Intermache that has a great selection of local products and a Pizzeria next door.  There is the church, a big boulodrome which is very active and tennis courts/stade.   There is nothing much else. 

Very pretty, friendly and authentic village with a medieval centre, the ruins of an old castle, some vineyards and beautiful views. Excellent for nature lovers. However, it lacks any commercial amenities. The council built a modern building designed for commercial activities but so far it is unused. There is a professional Lycée for building trades nearby.

A "New Town" to the south of Perpignan, created in the 1960s with noticeable white apartment blocks on a hill. It stretches from the Les Remparts district behind the Palace to the southern ringroad and contains the main University or Perpignan campus as well as the large "Parc de Sports" which has Perpignan's largest aquatic centre. It is well-served by buses and has numerous local shops as well as being close to the larger stores in Mas Guerido. 

The large Lycée-Professionel Léon Blum is also situated here. 

It's not an area popular with English-speaking expats. 

The home of USAP, Perpignan's Rugby Union team. Also the location of several educational establishments, such as the private college of St Louis de Gonzague , the Lycée Maillol. Housing choices are limited as much of the area is taken up by these establishments and other commercial or public buildings.

A small, isolated village high up in Les Aspres between Thuir and Ceret with great views and tranquility. There is a good bistro with bar and shop selling basic provisions, fresh bread and croissants daily. Oms has a primary school and a Sunday market. Also an active community centre which has a range of activities.

Large village on the Roussillon plain close to Argeles-sur-Mer and the Alberes hills. It has a good restaurant and several other cafe's and bars in the old centre. On the outskirts is a pleasant fishing lake. 

A small quiet Aspres village surrounded by vineyards and fruit trees.   The old heart of the village is surrounded by new housing.  Easy to access the countryside.  

Perpignan is the only city in our department. It's the cultural and commercial centre of the department and therefore has a lot more going on than anywhere else, especially out of season. It is also the transport hub having a major train station with fast (TGV) trains to other French cities and Barcelona. The central bus station, next to the train station, is where you catch buses to the other areas of the department, as well as a shuttle to the airport. 

It is divided into five quartiers each of which contains several residential districts. The districts vary a lot in what they have to offer so it's important to research them before deciding where to live in Perpignan itself. 

The historical centre is known as Saint-Jean and contains most of the major sights as well as the main pedestrianised shopping area. Housing in this district is limited mainly to apartments above shops or along the more residential area along Rue Jean d'Arc, although large town houses can also be found. 

We have added descriptions for the main city districts. Select "Perpignan" as the Area to see the list of "towns" within it. 

One of the fastest-growing of the villages on the outskirts of Perpignan. It has a lot of advantages, especially for families who need to commute into the city but want a peaceful, comfortable standard of living. 

The old centre of Pollestres has a few shops and cafés but most people would use the large commercial centre on the outskirts. It has a large school complex and lots of sporting facilities. A modern youth-centre and new cinema round off the facilities for young families. 

The town has been well designed with a range of housing options ranging from smart new apartments to luxury villas. 

Despite all that, it doesn't feel built up or congested, is connect by cycle paths to Perpignan, the lake at Villeneuve-de-la-Raho and other neighbouring villages, making access to open spaces quite easy. 

Ponteilla is an Aspres village that is actually part of the "agglomeration" of Perpignan. It therefore has a different bus company (Sankéo) and different management than the other ones that are all (except Llupia) managed by the Communauté des Communes in Thuir. 

Perhaps because of that, it has a more dynamic feel, while remaining a country village. 

In the old centre there is a good boulangerie, a butcher, a Tabac, a bank, a little social club and a local café that has recently transformed itself into a restaurant. It also has a weekly market. On the outskirts of town, there is a small row of shops comprising a pharmacy, florist and two independent take-away food shops. 

Commuting to Perpignan is relatively easy by car or bus and it is connected to the Thuir-Perpignan cycle track. 

Overall, it's perhaps the first place to look when considering villages in Les Aspres.

Port-Vendres is a small town which originally developed due to its deep natural harbour, protected by its horse-shoe shape. Each year it receives visits from historic sailing ships and attractive yachts. The main activities continue to be fishing and trade, although the way in which they are conducted has changed over time. The fishing industry is now based on the 'petit metiers' - small boat, local and sustainable fishing, with little 'cabins' around the harbourside, selling the seasonal catch of the day. The harbour is surrounded by a range of restaurants. There is also a larger fish merchant / restaurant at the far end of the quay. There are 3 supermarkets and a range of other shops. It has a strong tourist element as well, with accommodation provided by a range of hotels, Bed and Breakfast and holiday lets. However, it is less overcrowded than some neighbouring towns in height of season The tourist season is extended due to the beautiful surrounding coast and countryside, providing a range of hiking trails as well as the attractive coves and beaches nearby. It also has the Charles Rennie Mackintosh Centre and a library hosting literary talks as well as a number of active cultural and sporting associations.

A residential suburb built in the1980s and 90s on the southern edge of Perpignan. It contains a large commercial centre, office blocks, motels and big stores. It's therefore not the most attractive of districts but convenient for most things and some of the properties on the top of the hill have nice views. 

The Catalunya housing estate is just south of the massive Auchan shopping centre. 

Prades is the main town of the Conflent and one of the hubs of the 66. It's nicely situated half way between Perpignan and the Ski Resorts and surrounded by beautiful scenery. 

There are various districts in the town with different property choices. The town centre has a decent number of shops, cafés and restaurant. There is weekly market in the town square. 

It would appeal to people who are into outdoor activities and has many nice surrounding villages. 

Prades is a magnet for various people seeking an alternative lifestyle so you should visit it to make sure that you would like it. 

A small historic walled town with a Vauban fort and, close by, a small spa hamlet. The last town up the Tech Valley. All amenities (mini-market, shops, cafés and restaurants, weekly market).

A 1960s residential area of Perpignan sitting on the heights just to the south of the Palace of the King of Majorca. Housing here is a mixture of modern apartmenent blocks along the main thoroughfares of Boulevard Kennedy and Aristide Briand, and streets of small attached houses. 

The area is cut-off from the centre of Perpignan by the Palace. There are local shops and cafés but these are not destinations. 

A small, pretty village at the lower end of the Conflent valley. It sits just off the main road from Perpignan to Prades on the slopes of a gorge in the river Tet. The old village centre has steep, narrow steets with stone village houses. In the centre is a nice square with a village shop that doubles as a café. 

There are popular walks along the gorge in the river leading to a swimming hole and some spectacular views. 

Although a quiet village, it does have an active Mairie and cultural associations. 

A 20th century residential district extending from the main train station west to the motorway which divides it from the Grand St Charles distribution depot. 

Other than its convenience to the Perpignan road network and proximity to the station, it's a fairly quiet, unremarkable area with few attractions. It has some local shops and sports facilities. The Clinique Saint Pierre here is one of Perpignan's main hospitals. 

One of the main beach towns on the Littoral coastline and perhaps the nicest, with palm-tree lines boulevards, good cycle paths and attractive modern housing. 

There are several sectors to Saint-Cyprien. The old village is situated quite a way from the coast, requiring travel by bicycle, car or bus. It has a pretty centre with several cafés and restaurants and good-quality local shops. It also benefits from an aquatic centre, a private elementary school and a college. 

Surrounding the old village are several housing estates, the most desirable of which is La Prade, half way to the beach-resort, which has a nice public park with picnic area and pond. 

The beach resort can be divided into the northern part, between the golf resort and the beach, made up of a large estate of small1980s houses, along with apartment blocks on the beach-front. The central area around Boulevard Maillol which leads to a large place on the beach-front has a seasonal feel to it with many holiday-homes, including some rather unattractive apartment blocks. 

The port area is the most vibrant year-round with most of the cafés, bars and restaurant staying open in winter. It has a fish market each morning and is a popular area for locals and visitors to "promenade" along the beach path and around the marina. 

Separated from the marina by the industrial bit of the port is a new developement of housing surrounding a lagoon with mooring for pleasure-boats. Les Capellans is a wooded development with a leisure centre. There are some high-quality restaurants nestled among the houses. The beach here is quieter than the central plage but on the southern edge are some large holday parks and campsites.

Saint-Esteve is a large village on the northern edge of Perpignan that has seen quite a lot of expansion in the last few years. However, it is still very much its own town and not a suburb of Perpignan. The old centre has a number of local shops and cafés and a market. There is a new theatre that has a good program of productions covering many different types. Near the theatre is a nice park with ponds and childrens playground. There is another forest park on the northern side of town. It also benefits from an indoor swimming pool and a large sports facility in the centre of town. A new cycle path links it to Perpignan and Le Soler. 

Saint Esteve doesn't have many expats but it has a lot of amenities and is popular with working familes. It's a good choice for people needing to work in Perpignan but wanting the feel of a large village. 

A mixed residential district of Perpignan running east from the Quartier Saint-Jacques to the commercial centre of Mas Guerido. It's not as desirable as Las Cobas to the north but it does have the attraction of the pretty park San Vicens, which has Japanese Gardens, childrens play-areas, a sports ground and a picnic area. 

The educational complex of Jean Lurcat has schools from maternelle through to Lycée. 

Just to the east of the district is the comprehensive Mas Guerido commercial centre.