Wineries in Fourques
Fourques, a wine-growing village in the heart of the Aspres
Located in the Aspres, a few kilometers from Thuir and south of Perpignan, Fourques is an authentic Catalan village in the Pyrénées-Orientales, surrounded by Mediterranean hills covered with vines, olive trees and scrubland. Here, the landscape undulates between schist terraces and dry stone walls, offering an ideal setting for wine tourism and gentle hiking.
4 experiences to book in Fourques
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An exceptional terroir
Fourques lies at the heart of the AOC Côtes du Roussillon Villages appellation area. The perfectly draining schist soils, combined with the hot, windy Mediterranean climate (tramontane wind), give rise to characterful wines: structured reds with notes of black fruit and spices, fresh and expressive rosés, as well as aromatic and mineral whites.
The estates in the area often work on small hillside plots, promoting environmentally friendly practices and viticulture that is attentive to the living world.
Hiking and active travel
The surroundings of Fourques offer numerous trails through the Aspres, with panoramic views of the Canigou massif, country lanes lined with almond trees and old farming roads. These routes are perfect for easy hikes, bike rides, or wine tourism routes on foot or by bike.
Walking from estate to estate allows you to explore the area at a human pace, understand the specific features of the terroirs and talk directly with the winegrowers.
Heritage and the Catalan way of life
The village retains the charm of Roussillon's rural towns: narrow streets, a church with a characteristic bell tower, shady squares where you can feel the authenticity of local life. Fourques embodies a simple, warm way of life, between winegrowing tradition and Catalan culture.
Staying in Fourques means choosing an immersion in a preserved area, far from mass tourism, where you take the time to taste, walk, understand and share.