Racou beach

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Le Racou (which means “corner” in Catalan) is a charming little hamlet located 2 km from the hotel at the foot of the Albères massif. In 1957, its inhabitants created the “free commune of Racou”, decreed the independence of the hamlet and elected a mayor! 50 years after this declaration of independence which never had legal value, this hamlet has retained a peaceful and family atmosphere. Last large sandy beach before the rocky coast, you will appreciate its diverse landscape, its view of the cliffs and its seaside cottages.

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The sandy houses We cannot talk about Racou without mentioning its small sandy houses, separated from each other by green and colorful alleys. Inaccessible to cars, this is a paradise for children who can meet in groups to play in the passageways of this sandy village carved out to their scale. The inhabitants take care of their gardens in which we find green plants, glittering lanterns and small wooden furniture. Kayaks, paddle boards, and other nautical “toys” wait in front of the houses for their owners to take them coasting from creeks to creeks. A beach between sand and rocks If we add to the presence of these small houses the fact that it is at this precise point in Racou that the Pyrenees flow into the Mediterranean Sea, we can easily understand why Racou beach occupies a special place. in the rankings of the most beautiful beaches in France. Between sandy coast and rocky coast, Racou beach satisfies all tastes, sunbathing on a towel, discovering the coves with snorkel fins, spearfishing, paddle rides ... A unique point of view You do not want to stay inactive on your towel? No problem, put on your sneakers and take the coastal path from Le Racou. At the top of the climb (5 min) from the Pointe du Racou you will reach an orientation table that will give you a magnificent view of Argelès-sur-Mer (Racou beach, port-Argelès, central beach and North beach) . The locals 'beach This is the locals' “spot”. Around 6 p.m., we often see a handover between tourists leaving the beach and locals who come to enjoy the sea and the sun after their day's work. The Argelésiens, inhabitants of the Happy Valley and Vallespir come together with family or friends for a moment of decompression. After a game of beach volleyball and a dip in the sea at sunset, it's the start of the improvised aperitif and picnic. "Trendy" bars and restaurants Who says aperitif says search for small bars and friendly restaurants. Look no further, there is everything you need at Racou: tapas bars, fish restaurants, oyster bar, creperie, wine cellar. wine..