Discover Escouloubre: Hidden Gem in Aude

This walk offers an impressive view over the valley of Hers, overlooking the village of Bélesta .

This lovely hike is in a beautiful pine forest that extends over 1,000 ha to Sault plateau . Composed of conifers, it is one of the most beautiful of the Ariege.

This route round - trip allows you to progress in the parade the throats of Frau until the town of Comus (Aude). 3km high, hers dug into the mountain a veritable canyon of 400m meters high.

This is a tour that is done in two days on a path, both wooded and steep, along part of the river Hers, borrowing the old railway line through the Orris Castle Roquefixade.

This itinerary which crosses very varied environments, alley of boxwood, limestone scree, forest of deciduous trees and pines, pastoral space, offers remarkable views on the "pog" of Montségur, the village and the "Roc de la Tour".

GR 7a from Lesparrou to Montsegur Castle borrows the Cathar trail through the Cross of Morenci. Shrine Neolithic, you can make out a pile of very white and cracked blocks on a pedestal of dark rocks.

Very nice hike along the banks of Hers whose industrial activity which draws energy from the water was to the craftsmanship of the horn comb and once that jet.

Very nice hike on a part of the Tisserands trail until the ruin of Péchiqueille. Along this route, retrace part of the history of Catharism by taking the old "chemin des Purs" to the village of Montségur before ending this beautiful break at the foot of the castle starting point of your excursion.

Beautiful hike to lead to grassy mountain heaths with gentian, holly, mountain ash, and from where you will have a view on the mountain of the Frau (eastern foothills of the Tabe massif), the Peyre pass, the Peaks The Soularac and the Saint-Barthélemy.

Path from Peyrat which leads to the hamlet of Mireval or "mira-valh" which means in Occitan "look at the valley". Until the mid-nineteenth century, Le Peyrat was an industrial center specialized in the manufacture of horn comb and leather goods.

BOTH YOUNG AND OLD WILL LOVE EXPLORING THE TREES DURING THIS ADVENTURE IN THE SPANISH PYRENEES! BOTH YOUNG AND OLD WILL LOVE EXPLORING THE TREES DURING THIS ADVENTURE IN THE SPANISH PYRENEES! Ziplining, bridges, vines, walkways and much more await you at the La Molina adventure park. Feel just like Tarzan as you safely scamper through the trees. With family or friends, you're suure to have a great time trying out the routes which offer something for all levels. Guarenteed adrenaline rush for those who dare to try the 260 meter zipline!

ENJOY A SEGWAY TOUR IN THE HEART OF THE PYRENEES JUST 2 HOURS FROM BARCELONA! ENJOY A SEGWAY TOUR IN THE HEART OF THE PYRENEES JUST 2 HOURS FROM BARCELONA! At La Molina adventure park in the heart of the Spanish Pyrenees just 2 hours from Barcelona, meet your guide for the segway tour. Take a few minutes and learn how to use the segways before setting out on your tour. Now that you're at ease on the segway, discover the environment around you. Off the beaten track, enjoy this fun segway tour in the mountains! In winter or summer, discover the mountains in a unique and fun manner.

LIVE ADVENTUROUSLY AND CLIMB THE VIA FERRATA IN THE SPANISH PYRENEES JUST 2 HOURS FROM BARCELONA IN CATALONIA!   LIVE ADVENTUROUSLY AND CLIMB THE VIA FERRATA IN THE SPANISH PYRENEES JUST 2 HOURS FROM BARCELONA IN CATALONIA! The via ferrata is a protected verticle climbing route. Visitors will use different tools to help them make the ascent: studs, chains, suspended bridges, and ziplines. Your guide will explain all the different methods to you before you head out. In total saftey and accompanied by your expert guide, you will conquer the Spanish Pyrenees. Overcome obstacles and reach the top! Enjoy your vacation in Catalonia with this unique activity, the via ferrata in the Pyrenees!

JUST 2 HOURS FROM BARCELONA, HEAD OUT ON AN ADVENTURE BY DESCENDING INTO A CANYON IN THE HEART OF THE SPANISH PYRENEES! JUST 2 HOURS FROM BARCELONA, HEAD OUT ON AN ADVENTURE BY DESCENDING INTO A CANYON IN THE HEART OF THE SPANISH PYRENEES! Depart from Vallecerbe and meet your guide for a briefing before heading to the canyon. After a short walk, you will begin your descent. Visitors will traverse the canyon by swimming, climbing, and hiking. You will desecend with the help of jumps, natural slides, and rappelling. Accompanied by your guide, you will enjoy the activity that combines sport and discovery! Your guide will adapt the trip to your selected level. Canyoning will allow you to admire the beautiful countryside.

JUST 2 HOURS FROM BARCELONA IN CATALONIA, COME ENJOY THE LA PEDRAFORCA ADVENTURE PARK WITH TREE CLIMBING ROUTES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! JUST 2 HOURS FROM BARCELONA IN CATALONIA, COME ENJOY THE LA PEDRAFORCA ADVENTURE PARK WITH TREE CLIMBING ROUTES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! Ziplining, bridges, vines, walkways and much more await you at the La Pedraforca adventure park. Feel just like Tarzan as you safely scamper through the trees. With family or friends, you're suure to have a great time trying out the routes which offer something for all levels. Guarenteed adventure and fun!

Guzet : my dolce vita resort ! From the steep slopes of the Freychet to the gentle Prat Mataou's slopes, skiing is everywhere and is available to suit all tastes. But above all, the most important thing to remember here is the intimate atmosphere, a "cocooning" spirit that invites well-being and escape. Guzet is perhaps one of the best-kept secrets of the Ariege Pyrenees. This resort literally enchants its visitors who (re)discover here the mountain in its most marvellous aspect. Whether you like to meet in the evening by the fire in a wooden chalet on the mountainside, or whether you dream of escaping in a welcoming natural environment, Guzet imposes its unique style, all gently...

Looking for big thrills? Desire to surpass yourself? The via ferrata of Mazamet is for you! In the the Arnette gorges, in Mazame, via ferrata and giant zip line, under the footbridge. Acrobats and adventurers will enjoy this safe activity which completes, since 2022 the current tourist offer. This land is located in a protected natural site carried by an outstanding historic heritage (Cormouls-Houlès remarkabe gardens, St-Sauveur ruins, classified archeological site), and a rich and diverse wildlife. Nearby, after crossing the Mazamet's Hymalayan footbridge at 70 meters high over the Arnette river, you will find the medieval village of Hautpoul and its gardens, as well as, on the GR7, the House of Wood and Toy, its arboretum and its orchard. A nice wander along the 'Art Net' to picnic in th the shadows of chestnut trees. - Via Ferrata with ziplines : . Access: 20 mn . Drop : 90 m . Length: 880 ml . Difficulty: AD à D+ . Duration: 2 h 30 . Way back: 20 mn - Via Ferrata without zipline . Access: 30 mn . Drop: 110 m . Length: 370 ml . Difficulty: AD à D+ . Duration: 1 h 30 . Way back: 20 mn - Via Ferrata (upper part of Hautpoul) . Access: 20 mn . Drop: 60 m . Length: 130 ml . Difficulty: PD . Duration: 45 mn . Way back: 25 mn Minimum gear required: . Helmet . Harness . Closed shoes . Rest Karabiner & short lanyard . 2 wide aperture autoblock gate karabiners . Karabiner aerolink specifically for continuous safe line . Lanyard aeroline Ferrata . Double lanyard with shock absorber . Gloves General recommendations: Access to the Via Ferrata of Mazamet is prohibited: - to children measuring less than 1,35m and minors who are not accompanied by un experienced adult ; - outside opening hours and over night ; - in adverse weather conditions and especially when the route is slipppery and affected by snow, ice and stormy conditions. You agree to undertake this activity at your own risk. If you have little or no experience in this type of activity, please contact the services of a guide. Equipment rental: Mazamet Tourist Office Online booking: www.tourisme-castresmazamet.com/billetterie Rates: 18€/pers. Groups more than 5 persons: 16,50€/pers. Groups more than 10 persons : 15€/pers. Deposit: 400€ (on the day of the rental, chèque ou Crédit card) For beginners or persons needing a guide, you can contact: - Aude Escapades - Laurence Combes 06 03 50 00 85 - Axecime - Yannick Saulnier 06 08 42 27 13

Are you looking for big thrills? Desire to surpass yourself? The via ferrata of Mazamet is for you! In the Arnette gorges, in Mazamet, via ferrata and giant zip line, under the footbridge. Acrobats and adventurers will enjoy this safe activity which completes, since 2022, the current tourist offer. Equipment rental (3h) at Mazamet Tourist Office, from early April until the end of October. From early November until the end of March, please contact us for a group reservation (10 pers. or more), during the week or on Satruday morning (9am-12am). Caution: the material cannot be rented to not accompanied minors, children measuring less than 1,35m, a person weighing less than 40 kg and more than 120 kg. The whole circuit from our Office lasts 2h - 2h30 Please bring back the equipment at least 30 minutes before office closing time. Offer a gift card 'Via Ferrata' to your friends or your family. An original idea for the New Year celebrations or for a birthday!

Quiet, Relaxing, Clean, Family, Welcoming, Warm : our customers describe us as such. If that suits you, come and put your suitcases. Heated swimming pool, Trampoline, Inflatable game, Snack, Hiking, Greenway, Mountain biking…will enhance your stay. Are you looking for a beautiful ‘green’ campsite in quiet surroundings were you can enjoy the culture and sportive environment, you are welcome on Camping LESTAP, far away from stress. Located in the middle of the Park Haute Languedoc, at 1 km from the little village Albine, close to all important access roads, we welcome you to stay on Lestap and enjoy the half shade pitches laid out in terraces with stunning views and our swimming pool. At the border between the Tarn, L’Aude and L’Herault, and only one hour from the Mediterranean coast, you will be surprised by the richness in nature and history from the Montagne Noir. Swimming Pool from 01/07 to 03/09 Bathing-Place from 01/07 to 03/09 Bar Or Refreshment Bar from 15/06 to 03/09 Restaurant or Takeaway Meals from 01/07 to 27/08

Between Castres and Mazamet, in the heart of a farmhouse of the 18th century, renovated building combining charm of old and modern comfort, private garden fenced along a stream. Near shops, services and leisure. Between Castres and Mazamet, in the heart of a farmhouse of the 18th century, renovated building combining charm of old and modern comfort, private garden fenced along a stream. Near shops, services and leisure.

Discovery of an exceptional natural environment At an altitude of 850 m, this chasm is about 60m by 30m and is accessible thanks to a platform of vision for a visit in full safety. It is the abyss of both absorption and collapse. The total depth reaches about 110m. This hole was a mass grave. When the horses were at the end of their life, their owner took them to this chasm. We guess then why this hole was prized crows.

One can, without fear of being accused of exaggeration, describe Fontestorbes as "Wonder of the World" and contrary to the seven wonders of the ancient world, all having in common to be the fact of the man, Fontestorbes is the only fruit of the chance of nature. A rare phenomenon and really extraordinary. For most of the year (7 to 9 months), the fountain runs constantly. On the other hand, during periods of low water from July to September, one day, it becomes abruptly intermittent over a complete cycle of about 60 to 90 minutes.

The Frau Gorge is the result of a long geological evolution. The mountain of Frau is an accumulation of secondary folded and compressed tablecloths carved by the glaciations, the strong snows and numerous floods digging the valley in gorges.

On this neck that leads to the hamlet of Morenci was an enigmatic cross on which were roughly carved in high relief a face and below the number 8. Below the inscription 1780 seemed to be added. On this Neolithic site one can suppose that this cross had been carved in a megalith carved previously.

But Montségur is also a historical and archaeological museum. You will discover through thousands of exhibits how lived the inhabitants of the castle and castrum in the Middle Ages: tools, hardware, ornaments, weapons, dice to play ...

This huge sandstone rock is so named because of the carved stone disk at its top (Fougasse means fouace in Occitan). A channel defines the disk whose diameter is about one meter. A small cup is dug in its center. This is undoubtedly a solar representation associated with a local cult. The stone itself could have served as an altar for animal sacrifices.

By visiting the Montségur castle, you will perceive all that emerges from the site when one tries to imagine what could be during the winter 1243-1244 the seat of this citadel of vertigo. How for the 400 people entrenched, the living conditions already austere in normal times, were made even harder by the isolation resulting from this long siege of 10 months or 230 Cathars not wanting to deny their faith chose to die at the stake in cons bottom of the castle on March 16, 1244. Thus sounded the announced end of Catharism.

The « Chalet de Beauregard » a high-altitude inn, offers mountain cuisine infused with the flavours of Ariège. Set off on a gustatory journey lost in the heart of the mountains. The only sound you'll hear is that of nature surrounding you throughout your meal. Mountain cuisine with a Couserannaise flavour, prepared using local produce and a short supply chain.

With onion soup as its “signature starter” for 4 generations, veal sweetbreads, duck confit and other cassoulets cooked to perfection, this place will delight bon vivants nostalgic for Sunday meals at their granny's!

Situated a rest area of the motorway service Port Lauragais, a hotel and a restaurant is a nice place to chill out, enjoy a boating port and tast a good dishes. Let's discover local gastronomic specialties (fois gras, duck confit etc..) and also "the famous dish of South" cassoulet. The restaurant is open every day.

At ‘La Bonne Franquette’, indulge in ‘simple, friendly’ cuisine based on local produce from the Ariège region. Situated on the D117, in the centre of the village of Rimont, Deborah & Mickaël's restaurant offers traditional cuisine based on fresh local produce all year round, to eat in or take away, as well as a continuous daytime service with a ‘Sur le Pouce...’ menu (breakfast, aperitif platters, savoury tarts, sweet tarts, snacks, etc.). (breakfast, aperitif platters, savoury tarts, sweet tarts, snacks, etc? ). At the same time, you'll also find a shop selling regional products (aperitifs, wines, beers, traditional charcuterie, cheeses, tinned meats, honey, biscuits, sweets, etc.) sourced exclusively from local producers, breeders and craftsmen.

Nicolas Brard, in love with a cuisine based on fresh products, asked Chef Patrice Gelbart to create his menu... by the lake! Crowned "Jeunes Talents Gault & Millau" in 2009, the chef Patrice Gelbart will strive to offer you a generous cuisine made from local and organic products. He is inspired by the "Slow Food" movement. You will be able to enjoy beautiful and copious plates in a bright room with a modern, neat decoration and heated by a fireplace. Do you prefer the great outdoors? The terrace overlooking the lake of Saint-Ferréol is a great place to relax, and those with a cold may ask to eat with a blanket on their knees. SANITARY MEASURES Foot gel column at the entrance to the restaurant and at the entrance to the toilets disinfecting wipes in the toilets 1 m between each backrest. Wearing of masks for all employees. Glass on the bar Staggered bookings

‘Le Mallaury’ welcomes you every day in July and August, and at weekends in fine weather during low season. Located 2 minutes from the lake, opposite the pine forest and the lake. Home cooking, shaded terrace, private car park.

Come and stop at Lenclas lake ! Ideal for sharing a picnic, spending an afternoon or even a few days, Lac de Lenclas is set in a real green setting. With a surface area of 2 hectares and a depth of around 3 m, fishing is permitted. Children's play equipment is also available. And since 3 August 2023, there has been a Velorail on this tourist site. In 2026, a second circuit (2x7.5 km) with a Quizz game will open, heading towards Castelnaudary. An Accrobranche park is just 3 km from Lac de Lenclas. Please note, however, that swimming is prohibited.

In this quiet part of the village overlooking the lake Thesauque, this Auberge will offer you a warm and friendly atmosphere, all their bedrooms are personalised. There is a restaurant, space to unwind, a covered swimming-pool, musculation gym. An ideal place for meals for large groups (banquets, weddings, seminars). The restaurant is a large room with fireplace, a verandah with view of the garden and swimming pool. For smaller groups there are sitting rooms which also have a view of the garden and swimming pool. The chef will help you discover his specialities and those of the region. Fish which reminds one of Spain (which is nearby), quality cooking which changes according to the seasons and the markets. Ideal for family get-togethers, seminars, banquets (50 to 200 people). Amongst the specialities are: side of beef, Lauragais cassoulet, mariscade (shellfish dish).

L'Atelier M offers authentic cuisine using local produce. Authentic cuisine featuring carefully selected local produce from our regional producers: meats, charcuterie, cheeses and much more. We've got you covered! At lunchtime, take advantage of our quick and generous daily specials, perfect for your lunch breaks.

Wine cellar specialising in Languedoc Roussillon wines and spirits. Roasting of pure-origin coffees. Teas. Discover our wine cellar Le Silo à Vins, specialising in wines from the region, from Collioure to Montpellier. Wide choice of spirits. World coffees roasted on site, tea counter.

Situated a rest area of the motorway service Port Lauragais, a hotel and a restaurant is a nice place to chill out, enjoy a boating port and tast a good dishes. Let's discover local gastronomic specialties (fois gras, duck confit etc..) and also "the famous dish of South" cassoulet. The restaurant is open every day.

A cosy barge on the Canal du Midi, in Avignonet-Lauragais, perfect for a stopover between Toulouse and Carcassonne... a unique change of scenery guaranteed! Accueil Vélo accredited. For an unusual stay on the famous Canal du Midi, in the heart of the Lauragais region between Toulouse and Carcassonne, come and discover the Péniche Dondon! Moored at the Emborrel lock, in the commune of Avignonet-Lauragais, the Dondon barge has everything you could wish for! Just 1.5km from the historic village, where you'll find a bakery and small grocery shop, post office and railway station. From the barge, you have immediate access to the Canal towpath, on foot or by bike, and some sites are accessible by car or by the Canal cycle path; pilgrims of Santiago de Compostela, cycle tourists... you'll find the ideal stopover here! Karoline even offers breakfast (or a packed lunch/picnic) on request! Parking in front of the barge. Port-Lauragais 3 km away (bike hire, discovery centre, local produce shop), Naurouze threshold, swimming at Lac de la Ganguise, Revel 25 km away (remarkable market under the covered market on Saturday mornings), Lac de Saint-Ferréol 28 km away (swimming and water sports)... Toulouse and its many attractions are just 40 km away, easily accessible by motorway in 12 minutes, and all shops and restaurants are 7 km away. This cosy barge can accommodate up to 7 people. You enter the captain's cabin, which has been converted into a fully-equipped galley, and a few steps lead down to the saloon with a lift-up coffee table for dining inside, a 140x200 futon sofa-bed and a modular footstool armchair that can be converted into an extra bed for 1 person. Master bedroom (1 king-size bed 160x200), children's bedroom (bunk beds 90x190), shower room, WC/laundry room. Reversible air conditioning, pellet stove, WIFI. Terrace on the deck of the boat (deckchairs...), dining area on the riverbank and small aperitif area, smoking area, café... in front of the barge. No baby facilities. The canal runs parallel to the A61 motorway, which can be seen 200m away when you are outside (absolute peace and quiet inside).

Between peace, discovery and nature, Las Prades campsite is the ideal place to relax and enjoy the surrounding nature. Discover the discreet charm of Las Prades, your haven of peace located in the vibrant heart of Saint-Ferréol. Nestled in a green setting, our campsite of 96 pitches offers a beautiful escape to those who look for calm and serenity away from hustle and bustle. Here, we prefer quietness, with some weekly entertainments to enhance your stay without disturbing your tranquility.

Beautiful estate surrounded by listed parkland, 7km from Revel-Lac-Saint-Ferréol. Features: jacuzzi, infrared sauna, heated communal swimming pool, billiards table, function room for 250 people. Come and enjoy comfort, peace and relaxation at Domaine de Montcausson! This beautiful property, with a stream running through it and surrounded by listed parkland with trees over a hundred years old, is the ideal place to stay, just 7km from the art town of Revel and Lake Saint-Ferréol. Both business and leisure guests are welcome here, and can take advantage of the communal heated swimming pool (from April to October), spa, sauna, yoga room and massage room. The Domaine also offers a 250m² function room for hire, which can also be converted into a seminar room, as well as 2 gîtes d'étape (additional 24 beds). A small breakfast room (or seminar room) for up to 20 people is also available. The 18th-century residence has 5 guest rooms with refined, personalised decor (lift between the ground and ground floors). All have a view over the park, TV and Wi-Fi internet access, reversible air conditioning, private bathroom with walk-in shower and separate WC. The ground-floor bathroom also has a bath. The entrance hall features a pool table and an Arcade console with thousands of video games. The dining room and lounge will be shared with your guests. Of course, no events (weddings, seminars) will be organised at the same time as your reservation. TELETRAVAIL: a desk and an armchair are available, as well as an electrical socket for plugging in a laptop (extension lead and power strip on request), high-speed internet connection (wifi), 4G telephone coverage (operator: Free pro).

Camping En Salvan is less than 800 m from St-Ferréol lake, one of Occitanie great sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We welcome you from April to the end of October in a family atmosphere, for rental or pitches, on a 7-hectare wooded estate with a swimming pool. En Salvan is a family campsite on a human scale, located in Pays de Cocagne bordered by Albi, Toulouse and Carcassonne, cities listed as major sites in Occitanie. En Salvan is ideally located, less than 800 m from the St Ferréol Lake, a UNESCO world heritage site, allowing you to make many excursions in our beautiful region. You can stay here from mid-April to the end of October on our camping pitches or rental pitches (mobile homes or chalets) in a peaceful and wooded setting of 7 hectares. For your leisure, the campsite is equipped with a summer swimming pool and a paddling pool, a bowling pitch and sports fields. In season, entertainment is organised for young and old. Our team will be delighted to welcome you in this natural and enchanting setting.

The municipal camping Birotos located in Pradelles Cabardès in the Aude is the ideal place to stay for hiking or exploring the historical sites of the Cathar country. Direct access to the lake: beach, swimming, relaxing ... 30 locations. Supervised swimming in July and August.

On the banks of the Lac de Saint-Ferréol, 2.5km from Revel, 1950 stone villa with superb views over the lake and the Montagne Noire forest. All water sports, horse riding, tennis, gliding, hiking, cycling, Canal du Midi. Rich cultural heritage. Beautiful villa in Saint-Ferréol: exceptional location. Magnificent, direct view over lake, forest and Montagne Noire. Large terrace and enclosed wooded grounds (2000m²). In the Regional Park, Canal du Midi (Unesco World Heritage). Relaxation and walks. Varied sporting activities. Numerous cultural attractions, Revel (2.5km), 13th-century fortified town. Saint-Ferréol site: shaded beach 25m away, lake, sailing, swimming, tennis, gliding, horse riding, hiking, cycling, tree climbing, caving nearby. Between Toulouse (55km), Carcassonne (44km) and Albi (68km). Motorcyclists welcome. Gîte with 5 bedrooms and 9 beds on 3 levels: - ground floor: dining room, living room, kitchen, utility room with shower and washbasin, separate WC. 3 bedrooms (1 x 160cm double bed with en suite bathroom) (2 x 90cm single beds in each of the other 2 bedrooms, separated by a shared shower room). - attic floor: 4 single beds (90cm), 2 of which are in a closed bedroom, toilet, separate WC. - Basement: large garage. Gas central heating.

Facing the Saint-Ferréol lake and at the foot of the Montagne Noire, this hotel-restaurant is housed in a charming mansion-style building and is beautifully decorated. 24 comfortable rooms (single, double, triple and family) (telephone, television) await you. The restaurant offers creative, home-cooked cuisine using fresh, seasonal produce. In summer, meals can be enjoyed on the terrace with a direct view of the lake and park. There is also a covered terrace and a shady park with ancient trees. From the hotel, there are many activities on offer: outdoor or cultural activities, with the family or on your own.