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Prades, the ideal destination for your camping holiday!
Immerse yourself in the friendly atmosphere of the capital of Conflent during your camping holiday in the Pyrénées-Orientales: Prades, close to your high quality campsite. Its rich cultural heritage means you won’t be short of things to visit. A classified historical monument since 1948, Saint-Pierre church is home to an impressive Baroque reredos made by the Catalan sculptor Joseph Sunyer. What else? Every summer, the town of Prades holds the Pablo Casals event, a renowned chamber music festival.
As for outdoor activities, you’ll find lots of hiking trails around Mount Canigou, which has breathtaking panoramic views! If you're feeling brave, try your hand at canyoning in the Llech gorges. As a break from activities, sample some of the delicious typical dishes such as cargolade (Catalan snails) or stewed meatballs.
On the campsite, the holiday fun continues with daytime entertainment and themed evenings organised by the Sandaya teams. You’ll quickly get used to the Catalan way of life when you’re camping near Prades!
Visit Prades as a family
On a family campsite near Prades, discover a new way of life, Catalan style!
Start by trying Catalan specialities such as Tommette du Canigou cheese or boles de picolat (Catalan meatballs) on a visit to the local market. In Prades, close to Villefranche-de-Conflent and your campsite, you can explore Fort Libéria with your little knights.
Looking for original activities to do with your kids? Why not take them on a donkey ride?
When you're camping with Sandaya near Prades, you can create the family holiday that suits you!
Visit Prades as a couple
Prades is perfect for nature lovers and hikers and is close to your campsite. For your next break with your loved one, plan some trips around this charming Catalan village nestled at the foot of Mount Canigou. Full of amazing plants and wildlife, the Canigou Massif will take your breath away! The ancient Benedictine Abbey of Saint-Martin-du-Canigou is also hidden away in the heart of the massif. Want to reach the summit of the mountain? Why not go on horseback as a couple? More sporty types could go by bike.
When you return to Sandaya, enjoy a romantic dinner for two after you’ve had a dip in the pool and watched the sun set on a beautiful summer’s day...
Camping Prades: our handy tips for a successful stay
With its incredible panoramic views and hiking trails, Mount Canigou is the symbol of the Pyrénées-Orientales.
Visit the colourful market in the Place de la République in Prades, every Tuesday morning!
Villefranche-de-Conflent, a medieval city, is now listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France. How about a stopover?
Extreme sports fans should head for the Carança gorges where you can tackle the suspended walkways and steep paths.