The home port of Saint-Cyprien is the largest marina on the Catalan coast and the third on a European scale with 2300 moorings. Located in the heart of a natural marine reserve of 4019 km² extending one hundred kilometres along the coast, Saint-Cyprien Méditerranée offers all the facilities of a modern port: a new harbour master's office, three sheltered mooring basins and the protection of two jetties. The port boasts diving and sailing schools, a jet ski base, sailing boats for trips out along the coast and the range of nautical activities on offer in Saint-Cyprien. The fishing port offers the traditional spectacle of the coming and going of boats and the fish market.
The resort was awarded “Pavillon bleu” status 25 years ago and guarantees the quality of its environment and its bathing waters so that visitors can enjoy all the activities on offer on the beaches in Saint-Cyprien: more than six kilometres of sand awaits beach lovers, dotted with clubs for the young and the not so young. On the northern beach, a spot which is well known for windsurfing, there are also kite surfing and paddleboarding facilities. For beach volley tournaments, head to Plage de l’Art. Shopping addicts will love Maillol beach (which is also fully accessible to visitors with reduced mobility°.
Set in 5 hectares of parkland belonging to the Villa des Capelans (a former chateau built at the end of the 19th century), the “jardin des plantes” has over 800 species of plants: bamboo, a collection of old roses, rare plant species... This cool haven of peace features sculptures by contemporary artists in addition to offering a range of family-friendly activities, shows for children and concerts. It is also possible to take part in a botanical guided tour once a week in season. The “jardin des plantes” is really a must-do activity in Saint-Cyprien for all those who are planning their vacation and are wondering what to do in Saint-Cyprien
Saint-Cyprien Golf Resort has a “links” atmosphere and offers two courses: an 18 and a 9 hole and benefits from an exceptional view over the Pyrenees, Mount Canigou, the Canet-en-Roussillon lake and its nature reserve. Boosted by the presence of a particularly active club in terms of tournaments and competitions, the Saint-Cyprien Golf Resort also organises training courses (for beginners to experience players). And to make sure you have all the right gear, just open the door of the Proshop, a store selling all the major brand accessories and sportswear.
Any visit to Saint-Cyprien must include “Les collections de Saint-Cyprien” and the François Desnoyer foundation. The foundation presents a collection based on the works of the artist who made Saint-Cyprien her home in the 1950s. It organises exhibitions of other artists’ works three to four times a year, art workshops, educational workshops and events throughout the year.
Beyond the town itself, the French département of Pyrénées-Orientales offers visitors dozens of destinations in the hinterland, even if you’re only in Saint-Cyprien for a weekend. The local architectural heritage is exceptional (Elne cloister, Villefranche fortified city, palace of the kings of Majorca, Saint-Martin du Canigou abbey). There are lots of museums (Casa Païral museum, Hyacinthe Rigaud museum...). The area offers extensive hiking, cycling and horse-riding options, both on the lowlands and in the mountains and a very extensive range of sports activities (canyoning, kayaking, tree-top assault course, rafting, mountain biking...). For families and young children, petting farms, animal reserves and water parks are sure to be popular when you’re wondering “What to do in Saint-Cyprien” .
Aqualand water park (Saint-Cyprien), petting farm (Saint-André),
the tree-top assault course Argelès Aventure Aventure (Argelès-sur-Mer),
La vallée des tortues animal park (Sorède)…
