Today we decided to venture one village/beach around from where we were staying to a town called Collioure. The most striking thing you notice about this town is a rather large fort it has on top of the hill overlooking the town. While Jess was quite excited to spend the afternoon reading in a cafe, I thought I would try and climb my way to the fort.
Unfortunately, there is only one direction sign to the fort. It should read "Fort this way, good luck". The path (a generous description at times) leads through private properties, vineyards and across a very exposed hilltop. It was a good hour-long trek, but very isolated. Just me and some French flies that had a strong tendency for gripping onto leg hairs.
Anyway, the complete lack of signposts meant the purpose of the fort remains entirely unknown. I suspect it may have been to ward off the invading Spanish army (the Spanish border is only about 15km away). However, the fort is also alarmingly good at warding off intrigued New Zealand tourists. There was not a thing to see. Large concrete walls. Large door. No signs. At least there were some incredible views!
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| The fort from a distance |
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| The view from the fort |
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Looking out over beautiful Collioure
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