Looking out at Mount Canigou, which is cloaked in snow year-round and set in an unspoilt valley in French Catalonia, the Château de Riell is a haven of elegance amongst the parasol pines and oleander trees. This hotel is made for those who appreciate sophisticated beauty, with its baroque interiors and a restaurant that celebrates the flavour of the local lamb and seafood. Sports enthusiasts can choose from the huge range of outdoor activities against a backdrop of breathtaking scenery. And even the most seasoned travellers will be impressed by the ambience that Biche Barthélémy has created in her castle such as the “Out of Africa” bar with its safari theme and the dacha straight out of a Russian novel where you can sit and read or enjoy your breakfast. A splendid escape in Romanesque Roussillon.