Fort Saint Elme, France
Marie Levillain
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France Fort Saint Elme

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Fort Saint-Elme is a historic fortress above Collioure. It is located on a hill between Collioure and Port-Vendres, and there is an amazing viewpoint there even if you don't have a drone.

Photography Tips

Check local drone regulations first. You might need to obtain a permit from the local authorities. Try coming for late afternoon, when the fortress is closed, so you don't disturb visitors.

Travel Information

From Collioure, follow the signs towards Fort Saint-Elme. The road up to the fort is narrow and there is limited parking near the top. You can park at the parking pin. You can also start hiking in Collioure to the top of Fort Saint Elme.
Spot Type Drone
Crowd Factor Nearly no other people
Best Timing Sunset
Sunrise & Sunset 08:00 - 19:06 | current local time: 12:02
Photo Themes aerial Aerial Landscape Aerial Photography Aerial Shot Aerial view Architecture Castle Fortress Historic Building Medieval Castle Military Modern Architecture top down
Locations Collioure Occitanie

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