Cerbère, Border railway town in Pyrénées-Orientales, France
Description
Cerbère is a small border town on the Mediterranean coast with narrow streets leading to a pebble beach and small coves sheltered by rocky cliffs. The town's layout follows the coastline with buildings clustered near the waterfront.
History
The railway station was established in 1876 and transformed this small settlement into an important transport junction due to different rail gauges between France and Spain. This connection made the town economically vital for regional trade.
Culture
The Art Deco Belvédère du Rayon Vert hotel shapes the town's appearance with its early 20th century design. Its style reflects the era when the railway brought growth and connection to this border location.
Practical
The Marine Nature Reserve of Cerbère-Banyuls features an underwater trail at Peyrefite Beach where swimmers can explore marine life with basic snorkeling equipment. The beach access is straightforward and well-suited for both experienced and casual water visitors.
Did you know?
Female workers called 'transbordeuses' transferred oranges between Spanish and French trains because of different track widths at this border point. These women performed specialized labor that became an essential part of the town's daily operations for decades.
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Hotel Belvédère du Rayon Vert
229 m
Cap Cerbère Lighthouse
1.1 km
Dolmen de la Coma Enestapera
2 km
Castell de Querroig
3.6 km
Dolmen del Coll de la Farella
3 km
Église de Cerbère
334 m
Dolmen de Gratallops
3.4 km
Crique de Peyrefite
2 km
Coll de les Portes dolmen
3.4 km
Puig de Querroig
3.6 km
Menhir de Perafita
2.1 kmPedra Dreta de Sant Salvador
2.4 kmCova Foradada
1.2 km
Puig de Cervera
1 kmPlatja de Perafita
2 kmPuig de l'Àliga
3.5 km
Work of art, mural
147 m
Scenic viewpoint
728 m
Fresas
1 km
Scenic viewpoint
1 km
El Cano
619 mScenic viewpoint
1.2 km
Terrimbo
1.1 km
El Sorell
490 mÀ ses Transbordeuses
132 mPlacette des Transbordeuses
355 mMonòlit franquista
1 kmHommage aux républicains espagnols
1 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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