Things to do in Prats de Mollo
Evening entertainment
In the town during the main season there is some form of entertainment
most nights in one of the squares. In 2005 and 2006 this included live
bands, boules tournaments and various competitions. Each summer the
town hosts three festivals in the square (for charity), at which locals
and visitors eat, drink and dance until the early hours of the morning.
There is also a nightclub three miles up the road.
Outdoor pursuits:
Swimming – In July and
August the town opens its outdoor swimming pool (with lifeguard and
water slide) which is within 5mins walking distance of the house.
Cycling – and cycle hire
arranged in the town There are many miles of paths and tracks running
out of the town into the mountains. See the Walking link below.
Walking – this area is renowned
for its hill and mountain walks. There are many signed routes in and
around the local area. Many walks start from the Town Square and range
from simple 1-hour saunters along the river, to full day walks climbing
in excess of 4000ft up into the Pyrenees. For more information on walking
in the Pyrenees click here!
Microlight
flying (not for the faint hearted!) just this side of Le
Boulou.
Pony trekking and climbing also
arranged locally.
Aerial assault course - On the
edge of the town there is a comprehensive aerial assault course through
the trees suitable for most ages from 10 upwards.
Local visits – less than 1 hour by car
Prats de Mollo town tour and local history.
Tour of Forte Lagarde a frontier fortress at Prats de Mollo.
Arles sur Tech – Ancient Benedictine Abbey (778) and Musee du
Fer (Iron production).
Medieval village of Palada and the Musee de la Poste.
Ceret – Very interesting town – well worth a visit with
an Art Museum focusing on art from the 20th century.
Saint Laurent de Cerdans – Weaving Mill for Catalan table linen
and traditional Sandal Factory.
Gorges de la Fou – A unique geological formation with caves and
waterfalls.
Take a scenic ride over the Spanish border via the Col d’Ares,
visit Camprodon and take in some cheap shopping and fuel.
Prats de Mollo le Preste – fantastic walks, visit the thermal
spa.
Take a scenic mountain drive to the tiny village of Montferrer with
its pyrenees vista, enjoy the free outdoor swimming pool.
