Port-Vendres: The Deep Port of the Côte Vermeille, Rich in Soul and SeaThe port-vendres

Nestled into the rugged coves of the Côte Vermeille, between Collioure and Banyuls-sur-Mer, lies Port-Vendres—a working Mediterranean port with a maritime soul and a Catalan heart. Less polished than its neighbours but all the more authentic for it, this deep-water harbour town has served sailors, traders, and adventurers for centuries. Today, it offers a rare blend of heritage, coastal beauty, and everyday life, unspoiled by over-tourism and grounded in tradition.