Mont-Louis: The Sun King's Fortress
Explore Mont-Louis, France's highest fortified town, a UNESCO site designed by Vauban, offering history, stunning views & unique solar energy.
Mont-Louis is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the highest fortified town in France. Built ex nihilo by Vauban in the 17th century, it stands as a remarkable example of military architecture and offers stunning views of the Pyrenees.
A brief summary to Mont-Louis
- Mont-Louis, FR
Local tips
- Take a guided tour to access the citadel and learn about the fort's history and military significance.
- Walk the ramparts for panoramic views of the Pyrenees; the path around the fort is called the sentier des oiseaux (the birdtrail).
- Visit the Mont-Louis solar furnace, one of the world's first large-scale solar research facilities.
- Explore the town's main street for local cuisine, souvenirs, and a refreshing drink at a café.
- Check out the local market on Thursday mornings for fresh products, including cheese and cold cuts.
Getting There
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Train
The Mont-Louis / La Cabanasse train station is located about 800m south of the town. From the station, walk north along the D33 towards La Cabanasse. Continue onto the D92, following signs for Mont-Louis. The walk is mostly uphill and takes approximately 15-20 minutes. Parking is available at the train station. A single bus ticket from Perpignan to Mont-Louis costs €1.
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Car
Mont-Louis is accessible by car via the RN116 from Perpignan. From Toulouse, take the A66 and RN20, or the RD118 via Quillan. Note that the tunnel du Puymorens on the A66 has a toll of €6.60. Once in Mont-Louis, follow signs for parking. There are two main parking areas: Parking 'remparts' outside the town walls and parking in town by boulevard Vauban. Parking is free in both locations.
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Bus
Several bus lines connect Mont-Louis to nearby towns. From Perpignan, take bus line 260. From Formiguères, take bus line 261. The bus stop in Mont-Louis is located at Porte de France. A single bus ticket costs €1.
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