Cycling in Perpignan is like immersing yourself in the Catalan soul of this Mediterranean city. I still remember that unique feeling of freedom when I rented a bike as soon as I arrived in this sun-drenched city. With a light breeze in my hair, I criss-crossed the 72 kilometers of bike paths that criss-cross the city, discovering at my own pace the treasures that can only be fully appreciated with soft mobility.

The historic center proved to be a veritable treasure trove for curious cyclists. As I zigzagged between the cobbled streets, I was able to stop in an instant to admire the majestic Palace of the Kings of Majorca or photograph the Castillet, symbol of the city. The advantage of renting a bike in Perpignan? The freedom to stop spontaneously in front of a café to enjoy a petit noir in the sunshine, or to quickly get to the local markets on Place Cassanyes to sample local Catalan produce.