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Ceret (Languedoc-Roussillon - France)

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Ceret is a town and commune of the Pyrénées-Orientales department. It is the capital of Vallespir comarca. The town lies in the foothills of the Pyrénées Mountains, in south-eastern France. Ceret is known as a friendly town, and is typically Catalan in this respect as well as in its traditions, architecture, and gastronomy.

Ceret is known as the birthplace of Cubism, and the town has its own art gallery dedicated to modern art. It is most famous for its Museum of Modern Art which has numerous Picasso paintings and sculptures as well as paintings by many other impressionist artists.

The region around Ceret is major fruit producer, in particular famed for its cherries. The first of the season's pick are, by local tradition, sent to France's President. Ceret hosts a cherry festival each year with such oddities as cherry beer and a cherry stone spitting competition.

Access :

By Plane : International Airport Perpignan-Rivesaltes (6 km from downtown)> Airline: Air France, Ryanair, Flybe, Bmibaby.

By Train : TGV Paris Gare de Lyon - Gare de Perpignan direct (5:20)> More than 10 departures per day

By Car : last exit in France: Le Boulou (exit No. 43)

Currency: euro
Country dialling code: + 33
Language spoken: French
Electronic plug : 220 V, 50 Hz with two circular metal pins