Mosset is a small village towards the north-west of the Pyrenees-Orientales department of Languedoc-Roussillon, situated high on a hill above the Castellane Valley to the west of Perpignan . Mosset is classified as one of the 'most beautiful villages of France'.

The village originally developed around a 12th century castle (the castle at Mosset has long since been divided and used for private residences) which helped defend the border between France and Aragon, and is scenically situated at the top of a rocky promontory.

The main pleasure of a visit to Mosset comes from exploring the narrow medieval streets, absorbing the historic atmosphere and enjoying the views out across the surrounding countryside.

Mosset is now part of a protected nature reserve, and a walk through the surrounding countryside is highly recommended, with many opportunities to see unusual wildflowers and to catch glimpses of the wildlife as it scurries away. Numerous marked trails are available.