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La Franqui Les Coussoules Vue Depuis FalaisePhoto de la plage des Coussoules Vue depuis la Falaise, les pins, La Franqui en bas
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La Franqui

Ready for a moment out of time? Seafront villas nestled under the pine trees at the foot of the cliff, the Coussoules beach, a protected natural area and a major kitesurfing and windsurfing spot, the Grazel: a perfect playground for children…

Welcome to La Franqui, the oldest resort on the coast, in the footsteps of the famous adventurer Henry de Monfreid!

Retro Surf Vibes

La Franqui is above all an atmosphere!

It’s like walking back in time… In the 19th century, La Franqui was the first and most famous seaside resort in the Aude. In the shade of its hundred-year-old pine trees, it has kept its charm and its slightly old-fashioned character intact.

On the boards of the seafront, all year round, it discusses weather forecasts and kitesurfing equipment! It is the meeting point for all the riders: kitesurf, wingfoil, windsurf… Between surfshop, bars and restaurants very surf-friendly, school of windsurfing… you would think you were on the Bask Coast!

La Franqui CoquillagePhoto d'un Coquillage à La Franqui
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Verre Terrasse La FranquiVerre Terrasse La Franqui
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Chapelle La FranquiChapelle La Franqui
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Spot La FranquiPhoto de foil sur la plage du spot de La Franqui
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    La FranquiPhoto de La Franqui depuis le bord de l'eau, vue sur la falaise
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    Photo de la plage des Coussoules depuis la Falaise de LeucatePhoto de la plage des Coussoules depuis la Falaise de Leucate
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    Fort De La Haute FranquiPhoto du Fort De La Haute Franqui
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    Photo de La Franqui depuis la Falaise de LeucatePhoto de La Franqui depuis la Falaise de Leucate
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      Perfect beach day with the whole family

      For families, it is the ideal place for a walk and a swim! Pedestrian seafront walkway, children’s playground facing the sea, shops and restaurants in the shade of the pine trees, for those who are a little peckish…

      8 km of fine sand at the foot of the cliff, transparent shallow waters and plenty of room for everyone! The Grazel, a small arm of the sea which communicates with the lake via the last natural grau in the Mediterranean Coast, makes it an ideal bathing area for the little ones.

      More information about La Franqui beaches

      Plage La FranquiPhoto d'une famille se promenant sur le front de mer de La Franqui
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      Baignade entre copains - La FranquiPhotos d'enfants jouant dans l'eau à La Franqui
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      La plage en famillePhoto d'un enfant et sa maman qui regarde la mer
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      Enfants sur la plage - La FranquiPhoto de 2 enfants assis sur la plage de La Franqui
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          The Coussoules beach

          It’s a protected area classified Natura 2000 north of La Franqui. The view on the cliff and the immensity of the beach (over 400m wide) gives a feeling of incredible freedom!

          On this golden sand, try your hand at sand yachting, enjoy a kitesurfing course or simply spread out your towel for a day playing Robinson, alone in the world!

          My nature holiday in Leucate

          La Franqui, kitesurf Mecca !

          Best spot in Europe and one of the most beautiful beaches in France, is it possible? Yes, it is!

          Further north is the Coussoules spot. It is here that the Mondial du Vent takes place every year. This spot offers exceptional conditions for kitesurfing, windsurfing, sand yachting and wingfoil addicts.

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          Henry de Monfreid, the adventurer

          Henry de Monfreid was born on 14 November 14th in 1879 in La Franqui where he spent his entire childhood with his mother’s family who ran the Excelsior. Passionate about sailing and travelling, he was a sailor, a smuggler, an adventurer and a writer (more than 50 books)… Idea for a walk :

          • The Villa Amélie, the writer’s birthplace house
          • La Boîte à Sel, the holiday home built by Henry de Monfreid on the seafront, can still be seen on the seafront, just past the Post Office

          A bit of history…

          And at the end the cliff...

          When you are in La Franqui, the cliff and its Cap des 3 Frères (known as La Sorcière because of the shape of its rocks) are always watching you!

          The secret? Find the stairs and climb to the top, on the plateau. Enjoy the breathtaking view of La Franqui and the Coussoules beach, Port la Nouvelle or even Narbonne and then you can go for a hike to the lighthouse but also to Leucate Village or Leucate Plage.

          The 4 hiking trails of Leucate

          Sleep / Eat in La Franqui

          • Where to sleep in La Franqui
          • Where to eat in La Franqui
          CHAMBRES D'HOTES Chappert-Gaujal
          CHAMBRES D'HOTES Chappert-Gaujal
          A guest house, architect's house and artist's studio in the heart of La Franqui for your holidays in Leucate, 200 m from the beach! Grand terrace overlooking 12km of beach and sea
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          Centre de vacances ODCVL - Les Coussoules
          Centre de vacances ODCVL - Les Coussoules
          In the heart of La Franqui, facing the sea! The Coussoules house, holidays for everyone!
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          Aire Camping-car - Domaine Presqu'île de La Franqui
          Aire Camping-car - Domaine Presqu'île de La Franqui
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          Chambres d'hôtes La Stregheria
          Chambres d'hôtes La Stregheria
          4 contemporary guest rooms with independent access and private terrace. Ideally located, the Art Nouveau style building is located in the heart of La Franqui.
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          La Rôtisserie des Pins SARL Bergot
          La Rôtisserie des Pins SARL Bergot
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          Loco Loco Resto
          Loco Loco Resto
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          Les Moules de Mimi
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          La Santoline
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