Saillagouse

Saillagouse is a mountain village in French Cerdagne nestled at about 1435 meters elevation in Pyrénées-Orientales. The settlement spreads across a highland valley surrounded by forested slopes and high peaks typical of this region.

The first written record dates to 913 when Saint Eugenie Church was consecrated as a religious center. This early documentation shows that the area had already become an organized settlement in the early medieval period.

Saint Eugenie Church anchors the town center with its blend of Romanesque and Baroque architecture. The building reflects how this community has maintained its spiritual and cultural identity over the centuries.

The village connects to neighboring towns through direct rail services heading toward Villefranche-de-Conflent and Latour-de-Carol. This makes it easy to explore the wider region and nearby mountain communities.

A distinctive granite rock formation called Roque dels Traginers marks the natural boundary with the neighboring village of Eyne. This rugged stone feature creates a striking landmark that shapes how the valley communities relate to their geography.

Location: French Cerdagne

Location: Pyrénées-Orientales

Location: arrondissement of Prades

Elevation above the sea: 1,435 m

Shares border with: Llívia, Estavar, Font-Romeu-Odeillo-Via, Eyne, Llo, Err, Sainte-Léocadie

Address: 66800 Saillagouse, France

Website: http://saillagouse.fr

GPS coordinates: 42.46000,2.03972

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:03