Bed and breakfast in Port-la-Nouvelle

Port-la-Nouvelle: its culinary specialities

Aude's gastronomy enjoys a reputation that extends well beyond the Languedoc-Roussillon. There's something for everyone, but fish lovers are generally the most spoilt! Just take a look at the menus in the various restaurants to see for yourself. Sole meunière, gambas and St Jacques a la plancha or pareillade de poisson: the chefs put their expertise to good use using the best species fished off the coast of the commune. Those who prefer meat will also get their money's worth! Among the culinary specialities to discover are the filet mignon of glazed pork and the delicious magret rossini. The deep flavours and heady aromas of Aude wines are the perfect accompaniment to all the hearty dishes mentioned above. These include Malepère, Minervois and AOC Corbières. Feeling a little hungry as an aperitif? Fougasse with fritons is just the thing! And to round off the meal in style, there's nothing like a slice of apple croustade or pescajoune, an authentic dessert from the region.

Activities at Port-la-Nouvelle

Port-la-Nouvelle is bound to be synonymous with a change of scenery for you! The island of Sainte-Lucie is a must-see stopover, and visiting it is a way to recharge your batteries in a preserved natural environment. It is a nature reserve home to pink flamingos and other magnificent birds. The long loop around this stretch of land is a great little hike for families. Another curiosity that holidaymakers admire every year is the famous whale on display in the winegrower's cellar. More precisely, it is the complete skeleton of a specimen that washed up on the shore of Port-la-Nouvelle in 1989. If you're fascinated by the world of the sea, you should get in touch with a diving school during your stay. Themed outings and night dives are organised, allowing you to explore different wrecks and marvel at the Languedoc's fish-filled seabed. Water sports such as windsurfing and canoeing are also all the rage at this seaside resort! You can also spend your days relaxing. Your children can play on the Front de Mer beach while you soak up the sun. If you visit on a Sunday morning, you'll have the chance to watch a demonstration of troll fishing. For couples looking for privacy, it's best to head to the Vieille Nouvelle beach and plant your north.

Must-see sites around Port-la-Nouvelle

Your bed and breakfast in Port-la-Nouvelle is bound to be close to some attractive sites. After exploring the town, you'd be well advised to visit the region's major monuments. In the Pyrénées-Orientales, it's hard to overlook the town of Perpignan. It boasts a remarkable historical heritage, epitomised by the Palace of the Kings of Majorca and Saint-Jean Cathedral. To the north of Port-la-Nouvelle is the city of Narbonne, a firm favourite with tourists, who often flock to the Archaeological Museum and the Museum of Art and History.