Vermilion Coast Tracks

The Vermilion Coast Tracks follow the mediterranean coastline of the Pyrenees from Argelès-sur-Mer to Cerbère the border town with Spain.

It is classified as one of Pyrénées-Orientales's Great Hikes, and is located in the Massane Forest Natural Reserve.

Starting in the village of Puig del Mas, follow the path that Jewish writer, Walter Benjamin and friends took to escape Nazi persecution in occupied France.

A well maintained path but the cliffs can be dangerous if it is windy, and the wind can be extremely strong at Cap Bear.

Begin from Place de l'Obélisque, in Port Vendres, walking via Cosprons, Fortress Galline, Batterie 500, Tour de Madeloc (656m), Batterie Taillefer, Fort Dugommier & Fort St Elme before dropping back to Port Vendres.