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Valmy Castle

Château de Valmy (Argelès-sur-Mer): history, wine estate, hotel & restaurant

A Belle Époque jewel at the foot of the Albères, between vineyards and the Mediterranean.

Château de Valmy in Argelès-sur-Mer, Belle Époque façade and vineyards
View of the château and Valmy vineyards.

History & architecture

Built at the end of the 19thc century on the heights of Argelès-sur-Mer, the Château de Valmy shows off a Belle Époque silhouette designed by architect Viggo Dorph Petersen: light façades, slender turrets, bow windows and glazed roofs. The site went through the 20th century while preserving its vocation for hospitality and terroir, before a meticulous restoration relaunched its wine-tourism activity.

Location & access

The estate overlooks the Roussillon plain at the foot of the Albères massif, with views of the Mediterranean.
  • Address: Chemin de Valmy, 66700 Argelès-sur-Mer
  • Access: D914 (Argelès exit), Argelès-sur-Mer train station 10 min away, Perpignan TGV 25 min away
  • Parking: free on site

Hotel & restaurant

The château houses bright rooms with sea views, a large park and a swimming pool. The restaurant La Table de Valmy showcases refined local cuisine, with food-and-wine pairings using the estate’s wines.

The wine estate

The Domaine de Valmy covers 24 hectares of south-east facing hillsides, farmed with sustainable practices. The schist soil and maritime influence produce balanced, aromatic wines. The main grape varieties: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Muscat and Vermentino.
  • Appellations: Côtes du Roussillon, IGP Côtes Catalanes, Muscat de Rivesaltes
  • Experience: panoramic tasting room, guided tastings, direct sales at the estate
Discover the wines

Activities, events & exhibitions

The park regularly hosts concerts, exhibitions and weddings. It is also an ideal starting point for walks towards the Albères or Racou beach. In summer, musical evenings and themed tastings are organised at the château.

Owners & management

Built by Jules Pams and Jeanne Bardou-Job during the Belle Époque, the estate was later taken over in the 20th century by the Peix family, then restored and energised by the Carbonnell family, current owners, who have turned it into a flagship of Roussillon wine tourism.

Practical info & useful links

FAQ — Château de Valmy

Can you visit the estate freely?
Access to the park and the tasting room is free during opening hours, but guided tours are by reservation only.
Are tastings paid?
Yes, a small fee is requested depending on the wines tasted; it is often deducted from a purchase at the shop.

Map & access

Stay in the heart of the Catalan Country and the Roussillon

Two unique retreats between sea and mountains: design, comfort and Mediterranean light. Choose your home — we’ll handle the rest.

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