Nov 12, 2023 · Here are some must-visit towns on both sides of the France-Spain border. After researching and driving along the border myself, these places were the highlights. 1. Girona, Spain. Just an hour northeast of Barcelona and an hour south of the border with France, Girona is a compact city rich in history.

The France–Spain border [1] was formally defined in 1659. It separates the two countries from Hendaye and Irun in the west, running through the Pyrenees to Cerbère and Portbou on the Mediterranean Sea. It runs roughly along the drainage divide defined by the Pyrenees, though with several exceptions.

Jan 30, 2023 · Boundaries with neighbouring countries are something common to many Spanish towns and cities. Whether in the north, on the border with France, or in the west with Portugal, many of these populations live in an international environment that has shaped their history.

Apr 7, 2019 · Along the western Mediterranean coast, two easygoing — and easy-to-enjoy — beach towns stand like sister cities on each side of the border between France and Spain. Both Collioure, in France,...

Dec 5, 2024 · Explore some of the prettiest settlements in this wild mountain range, which divides France and Spain while cutting right through Andorra. You’ll discover Romanesque churches and stone houses, storybook forts and healing thermal waters in these idyllic Pyrenees destinations.

There are several Spain provinces on this border and all can be crossed with your drive or by a day trip from Barcelona or south France: Basque Country, Aragon, Lleida, and Girona, and also several France which are Pyrénées-Atlantique, Hautes-Pyrénées, Haute-Garonne, Ariège, and Pyrénées-Orientales.

Feb 3, 2020 · The France side of the France-Spain border might be out of your way, but it’s well worth the detour. In this southwest corner, you’ll discover a wide variety of towns and experiences, from glitzy beaches to pilgrimage sites.

Jun 25, 2024 · One fascinating region that piqued my interest is the border between France and Spain, where two distinct cultures and landscapes converge. Let’s delve into the enchanting towns and attractions in this captivating border region. Perpignan, a vibrant French city located close to the Mediterranean Sea, is often referred to as the gateway to Spain.

Dec 9, 2023 · Here are 18 of the most beautiful towns and villages in Northern Spain, organized by location on the Mediterranean coast, throughout the Pyrenees Mountains, and on the Atlantic coast. Depending on where your travels take you, you should plan a …

Aug 8, 2024 · From the Atlantic whispers of Basque Country’s Bilbao and San Sebastian to the towering, snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees around Jaca and Boltaña, and finally to the ancient, sun-kissed landscapes of Catalonia’s Girona and Barcelona, Spain’s border with France offers a rich tapestry of experiences waiting to be discovered.