Le Castillet, Perpignan

Name: Le Castillet
Address: Place de Verdun, Perpignan, 66000, France
Telephone: +33 4 68 35 42 05

#6 among attractions in Perpignan

Historical place, Lookout, History museum, Forts and castles

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Facts and practical information

The Castillet is an ancient fortification and city gate located in Perpignan. Today, this monument, a strong symbol of the city, has become a museum: Museu Català de les Arts i Tradicions Populars. ()

Local name: Castillet Coordinates: 42°42'5"N, 2°53'40"E

Address

Place de VerdunLes Platanes (Les Platanes 1)Perpignan 66000 France

Contact

+33 4 68 35 42 05

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Le Castillet – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palais des Rois de Majorque, Perpignan Cathedral, Perpignan Méditerranée Métropole, Hôtel Pams.

0.5 miS
Restored 13th-century Gothic palace
Palais des Rois de Majorque, Perpignan
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Perpignan, France, the Palais des Rois de Majorque is a monumental testament to the city's medieval past. This imposing palace, once the residence of the Kings of Majorca, is a historic gem that offers a glimpse into the architectural prowess of...
~730 ftE
14th-century cathedral with wood carving
Perpignan Cathedral, Perpignan
4 min walk • Perpignan Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral, and a national monument of France, located in the town of Perpignan in Languedoc-Roussillon. It is dedicated to Saint John the Baptist. The cathedral was begun in 1324 by King Sancho of Majorca, and later finished in the 15th century.
0.9 miSW
City hall
Perpignan Méditerranée Métropole, Perpignan
24 min walk • The Communauté urbaine Perpignan Méditerranée Métropole is the communauté urbaine, an intercommunal structure, centred on the city of Perpignan. It is located in the Pyrénées-Orientales department, in the Occitanie region, southern France.
~1620 ftSE
Architecture, Historical place, Memorial
Hôtel Pams, Perpignan
8 min walk • The Hôtel Pams is a mansion in Perpignan, Pyrénées-Orientales, France. It was built between 1852 and 1872 by Pierre Bardou, one of the founders of the JOB cigarette paper company, then transformed in the 1890s into an elegant mansion by his son-in-law Jules Pams, a politician and amateur art-lover.
~530 ftS
Monuments and statues
Vénus au colier, Perpignan
3 min walk • Venus is a work of the French sculptor Aristide Maillol. It is a bronze sculpture. Created in 1928, it is installed in Paris, France.
~1230 ftNE
42°42'10"N • 2°53'55"E
Palais des congrès et des expositions, Perpignan
6 min walk • Museum, Concerts and shows, Art gallery
0.5 miSE
Church
St. James Church, Perpignan
12 min walk • The Saint-Jacques de Perpignan church is a Catholic church located in Perpignan, France.
0.4 miSW
Church
Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Anges, Perpignan
10 min walk • The Notre-Dame-des-Anges de Perpignan chapel is an old chapel located in Perpignan, in the Pyrénées-Orientales department in France.
~700 ftS
Monuments and statues
La Méditerranéenne ou La pensée, Perpignan
4 min walk • The Mediterranean is a work of the French sculptor Aristide Maillol. It is a bronze sculpture. Created in 1905, there are several versions and copies in stone and bronze.
~1240 ftS
42°41'52"N • 2°53'41"E
Rue Adjudant-Pilote Paratilla, Perpignan
6 min walk • Square
1 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Stade Aimé Giral, Perpignan
26 min walk • Stade Aimé Giral is a multi-purpose stadium in Perpignan, France. It is currently used mostly for rugby union matches and is the home stadium of USA Perpignan.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Le Castillet open?

Le Castillet is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10:30 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10:30 am - 6 pm
Friday 10:30 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10:30 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10:30 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Le Castillet?

Nearby attractions include Vénus au colier, Perpignan (3 min walk), La Loge de Mer, Perpignan (4 min walk), La Méditerranéenne ou La pensée, Perpignan (4 min walk), Perpignan Cathedral, Perpignan (4 min walk).

How to get to Le Castillet by public transport?

The nearest stations to Le Castillet:

Bus

Castillet 2 • Lines: 3 (1 min walk)
Castillet 1 • Lines: A, B, C (2 min walk)

Train

Perpignan (22 min walk)