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Argeles

Occitanie, France · Europe

About Argeles

Argeles sits on the route: 10 minutes from Sant Andreu de Sureda, 46km from Château de Quéribus.

Argeles is a town located in Occitanie, France. With a population of 10,044, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Argeles sits in France, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Paris time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Argeles to your route.

About Argeles

Argelès-sur-Mer (French: [aʁʒəlɛs syʁ mɛʁ] ; Catalan: Argelers de la Marenda [əɾʒəˈlez ðə lə məˈɾendə]; Occitan: Argelers de Mar; lit. 'Argelès on Sea'), commonly known as Argelès (Catalan: Argelers [əɾʒəˈles]), is a commune in the Pyrénées-Orientales department in the administrative region of Occitania, France. It is

Read more about 25 km from Perpignan.

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What are the best things to do in Argeles?

Argeles offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Argeles located?

Argeles is located in Occitanie, France, Europe. The coordinates are 42.5471 latitude, 3.0225 longitude.

What is the population of Argeles?

Argeles has a population of approximately 10,044 people, making it a town in France.

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Quick Information

Population
10,044
Continent
Europe
Country
France
Region
Occitanie
Timezone
Europe/Paris
Coordinates
42.5471, 3.0225

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in France

Police
17
Ambulance
15
Fire
18
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Carrying a warning triangle and hi-vis vest in your vehicle is mandatory. Motorway emergency phones connect to official breakdown services only.

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Worth the detour from Argeles

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

Dalí Theatre-Museum

A surreal red castle topped with giant eggs in Figueres, the artist's own museum and final resting place.

31 km · about 35 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Cap de Creus

The easternmost point of mainland Spain, a wind-battered cape of twisted rock and lonely lighthouse that inspired Dalí.

35 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Cadaques

A whitewashed fishing village on the Cap de Creus peninsula that captivated Salvador Dali and remains hauntingly beautiful.

36 km · about 40 min drive

castle

Château de Quéribus

The last Cathar stronghold, a lone keep perched on a rocky pinnacle with views to the Pyrenees and sea.

46 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Besalu

A remarkably intact medieval Catalan town entered via a magnificent fortified Romanesque bridge over the River Fluvia.

47 km · about 55 min drive

castle

Cathar Castles

Ruined medieval fortress sanctuaries perched on impossible rocky peaks across the Languedoc, including Peyrepertuse and Queribus.

52 km · about 60 min drive

castle

Château de Peyrepertuse

A vast ruined Cathar castle stretching along a knife-edge ridge high above the Corbières vineyards.

52 km · about 60 min drive

photogenic

Castellfollit de la Roca

Village strung along the knife-edge of a 50-metre basalt cliff formed by overlapping lava flows, its houses ending flush with the drop above the Fluvià river. Best photographed from the viewpoint across the river on the N-260.

53 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Argeles

  • 35 kmCap de CreusThe easternmost point of mainland Spain, a wind-battered cape of twisted rock and lonely lighthouse that inspired Dalí.
  • 76 kmCosta BravaCatalonia's rugged wild coast of hidden coves, turquoise waters, and pine-clad cliffs stretching from Blanes to the French border.

Driving in France

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.85/litre
Motorway tolls
~€10.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Argeles.

Sant Andreu de Sureda

🇫🇷 France

4 km awayPop. 2,757

Collioure

🇫🇷 France

6 km awayPop. 3,171

Sorède

🇫🇷 France

6 km awayPop. 2,941

Palau-del-Vidre

🇫🇷 France

6 km awayPop. 2,324

Latour-Bas-Elne

🇫🇷 France

7 km awayPop. 1,973

Portvendres

🇫🇷 France

8 km awayPop. 4,479

Elne

🇫🇷 France

8 km awayPop. 7,007

Laroque-des-Albères

🇫🇷 France

8 km awayPop. 2,086

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