La Llagonne

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Located in the picturesque Occitanie region of France, La Llagonne is a charming commune that offers visitors a perfect blend of stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. Surrounded by the majestic Pyrenees mountains, La Llagonne is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, with a wide range of activities to enjoy throughout the year.

In the summer, the lush green landscapes of La Llagonne come alive with opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The crystal-clear waters of the nearby Lac des Bouillouses provide the perfect setting for fishing, swimming, and picnicking, while the surrounding forests are ideal for peaceful nature walks and birdwatching. For those seeking an adrenaline rush, the area also offers rock climbing and canyoning adventures.

As the seasons change and winter arrives, La Llagonne transforms into a snow-covered wonderland, attracting skiers and snowboarders from near and far. The nearby ski resorts of Font-Romeu and Les Angles offer a variety of slopes for all skill levels, as well as opportunities for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and sledding. After a day on the slopes, visitors can warm up with a cup of hot chocolate in one of the cozy mountain chalets.

In addition to its natural beauty, La Llagonne is also home to a number of historical and cultural attractions. The 12th-century Church of Sainte-Marie is a must-visit for history buffs and architecture enthusiasts, while the local museums offer insight into the region's rich heritage.

Alternative names: Population: ~220 pplArea: 8.92 mi²Coordinates: 42°31'36"N, 2°7'17"E

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La Llagonne – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Lac de Matemale, Cable-stayed bridge, Estany de la Balmeta, arboretum.

3.2 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lac de Matemale
81 min walk • Lac de Matemale is an artificial lake in the commune of Matemale in the Pyrénées-Orientales, France. At an elevation of 1541 m, its surface area is 2.23 km².
1.9 miSE
Bridge
Cable-stayed bridge
50 min walk • A cable-stayed bridge has one or more towers, from which cables support the bridge deck. A distinctive feature are the cables or stays, which run directly from the tower to the deck, normally forming a fan-like pattern or a series of parallel lines.
6.6 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Estany de la Balmeta
169 min walk • Estany de la Balmeta is a lake in Pyrénées-Orientales, France. At an elevation of 2,047 metres, its surface area is 0.012 square kilometres.
3.7 miW
Park
arboretum
94 min walk • The Arboretum de Font-Romeu is an arboretum located at an altitude of 1800 metres within the Forêt de Font-Romeu near Font-Romeu-Odeillo-Via, Pyrénées-Orientales, Languedoc-Roussillon, France.
4.1 miSW
Botanical garden
Jardin ethnobotanique d'Eyne, Eyne
105 min walk • The Jardin ethnobotanique d'Eyne, also called the Jardin de la Vallée, is a botanical garden specializing in ethnobotany. It is located at the Maison de la Vallée, avinguda de Cerdanya, Eyne, Pyrénées-Orientales, Languedoc-Roussillon, France, and is open daily in the warmer months; an admission fee is charged.
5.7 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Estany de la Pradella
145 min walk • Estany de la Pradella is a lake in Pyrénées-Orientales, Pyrénées, France. At an elevation of 1950 m, its surface area is 0.1 km².
5.8 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lac d'Aude
147 min walk • Lac d'Aude is a lake in Pyrénées-Orientales, France. At an elevation of 2136 m, its surface area is 0.03 km².
5.2 miSW
Science museum, Museum
Odeillo solar furnace, Font-Romeu-Odeillo-Via
133 min walk • The Odeillo solar furnace is the world's largest solar furnace. It is situated in Font-Romeu-Odeillo-Via, in the department of Pyrénées-Orientales, in the south of France. It is 54 metres high and 48 metres wide, and includes 63 heliostats. It was built between 1962 and 1968, started operating in 1969, and has a power of one megawatt.
4.6 miNE
Church
Église Saint-Félix et Saint-Armengol
118 min walk • The church of Saint-Félix and Saint-Armengol of Ayguatébia is a church of Romanesque origin located in the municipality of Ayguatébia-Talau.
4.9 miSW
Church
Saint-Martin d'Odeillo, Font-Romeu-Odeillo-Via
125 min walk • The Saint-Martin d'Odeillo church is a Catholic church located in Font-Romeu-Odeillo-Via, in the French department of Pyrénées-Orientales and the region Occitanie.
4 miW
Church
Ermitage Notre-Dame, Font-Romeu-Odeillo-Via
102 min walk • The hermitage Notre-Dame de Font-Romeu is located in the commune of Font-Romeu-Odeillo-Via in the Pyrénées-Orientales department, about one kilometer north of the city center, on the departmental road 618 in the direction of Bolquère.