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Art & crafts
The village where the writer Ludovic Massé was born
Mountains
A village perched at an altitude of 800 metres
Medieval village
Ruins of a castle, steep alleyways

The mountain dressed in the colours of Catalonia

The hamlet of Evol, part of the village of Olette, is dominated by the former fortress of the Viscounts of Sost and the bell tower of its Romanesque church. The village's mountainous character is still evident today in its pastoral way of life, and in the houses with their schist walls and slate roofs. Cutting the slate kept the inhabitants busy during the winter months.

Musée des arts et traditions populaires pbvf

Musée des arts et traditions populaires

This museum is housed in the former town hall of Evol, which also served as the village school. It features a reconstructed classroom and exhibitions, as well as the study of Catalan writer Ludovic Massé, who was born in Evol in 1900.

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Eglise Saint-André pbvf

Eglise Saint-André

This 11th-century church boasts a conjurador, an altarpiece of Saint John the Baptist, and a 13th-century Romanesque statue of the Virgin Mary, all of which can be admired by visitors.

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The Legend of Évol

Local legend holds that the village of Évol is a haven for fairies and witches. These creatures roamed the mountains as far as the Gorg Nègre (Évol’s Black Lake). Before taking their herds up to the summer pastures, the villagers would accompany the parish priest, who, from the Conjurador adjoining the church, would perform an exorcism to ward off evil spells.

Your experiences to live in Evol

Ideas for everyone, all the time

VISITE DE L'ÉGLISE SAINT-ANDRÉ D'ÉVOL

From Sept. 19, 2026 to Sept. 20, 2026

VISITE DE L'ÉGLISE SAINT-ANDRÉ D'ÉVOL

Let yourself be charmed by this 11th-century Romanesque gem! Dominated by its magnificent Lombard bell tower, it houses a flamboyant altarpiece and treasures of sacred art. An unmissable stop, brimming with history, for your European Heritage Days!

Next dates:

  • 09/19/2026
    Open every day
  • 09/20/2026
    Open every day
66360 OLETTE
VISITE LIBRE DU MUSÉE LUDOVIC MASSÉ

From Sept. 19, 2026 to Sept. 20, 2026

VISITE LIBRE DU MUSÉE LUDOVIC MASSÉ

Immerse yourself in the world of the Catalan writer Ludovic Massé. This memorial traces his body of work and brings to life the daily life of the past through works of art and folk traditions.

Next dates:

  • 09/19/2026
    Open every day
  • 09/20/2026
    Open every day
Évol
66360 OLETTE
LA FETE DU PARC

The Sept. 27, 2026 from 10 a.m.

LA FETE DU PARC

The F%EAte du Parc is back! Workshops, local producers, games, shows, sheepdogs, talks, and music by Jazz%E8bre. A festive day for everyone. Free admission.

Next dates:

  • 09/27/2026
    Open every day
La Bastide
66360 OLETTE
RENDEZ-VOUS DU PAYS D'ART ET D'HISTOIRE CONFÉRENCE - LE TRAITÉ DE CORBEIL (1258)

The Nov. 12, 2026 from 6 p.m.

RENDEZ-VOUS DU PAYS D'ART ET D'HISTOIRE CONFÉRENCE - LE TRAITÉ DE CORBEIL (1258)

The Treaty of Corbeil (1258) established an entirely new border, cementing the French victory over Aragon. However, at the local level, the border remained porous: people continued to move and trade freely between the two sides. Reservations required: 04 68 05 60 55.

Next dates:

  • 11/12/2026
    Open every day
66360 OLETTE

Map of Evol

Extend the visit to near Evol

Villefranche-de-Conflent

Villefranche-de-Conflent

(9 km)

Eus

Eus

(18 km)

Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste

Prats-de-Mollo-la-Preste

(24 km)

Prepare your stay at Evol

Office de Tourisme Conflent-Canigo

Office de Tourisme Conflent-Canigo

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