Villefranche-de-Conflent is a commune steeped in history, nestled in the Pyrénées-Orientales department in southern France. This medieval town, once a strategic defense point on the border between France and Spain, is renowned for its well-preserved fortifications designed by the famed military engineer Vauban. Its unique location in a deep valley at the confluence of the Cady and the Tet rivers, against the backdrop of the eastern Pyrenees, adds to its picturesque charm. Recognized as one of France's 'most beautiful villages,' Villefranche-de-Conflent is also part of the UNESCO World Heritage listing for its Vauban fortifications.