Étang de MoulzouneThe Tabariane LoopThe Tabariane site will immerse you in the Merovingian era. Archaeological work has uncovered 166 graves. The site of this necropolis features interpretive panels illustrating...Le tour de CamonDe Freychenet au Mont FourcatThe hillsidesA gentle family walk that passes through the village of Le Sautel, where you can admire a centuries-old oak tree near the church door.Le chemin de ronde du Carla de RoquefortLa chapelle Saint RochLa vallée du DouctouyreLa vallée du Touyre et de l'HersLe Chemin des Bonshommes GR®107The tour of the Péreille gorgesFamily walk along the Péreille Canyon, a nesting and breeding ground for Egyptian vultures and other migratory birds. The gorges, which form a small canyon, were once used for...The fountain circuitThis lovely family walk invites you to discover this small heritage site and its beautiful landscapes. The village of Roumengoux has nine recently restored fountains that once...Les crêtes du PlantaurelPic du Saint-BarthelemyThis hiking route takes you to the highest point of the Tabe Massif. It is the best known of the peaks, with three lakes : lac des truites, du diable and lac supérieur.Tour of Lake MontbelThis walk offers a magnificent view of the Massif de Tabe.La PeyregadeA stroll through La Peyregade takes you on a journey back in time along its cobbled paths, where you can admire its rich vernacular heritage: cave wash houses and barns. This...Chemin de BessetLe circuit des MongesTour de SibraMont Fourcat par MontferrierOur selectionAll hiking trails
canal-du-midi-962338©canal-du-midi-962338|Droits réservésFrom the Canal du Midi to MontsegurFrom the Canal du Midi to the foothills of the Pyrenees, the voie verte between Bram and Lavelanet is the perfect way to cross the Cathar Pyrenees to the fortress of Montségur,...ADT09_0009341_MD©ADT09_0009341_MD|Charles RiponFrom Mirepoix to LavelanetThe first section of the future V81 greenway in the foothills of the Pyrenees, the cycle route from Mirepoix to Lavelanet offers a journey between Cathar castles and royal...All mountain bike toursThe green lane
Saddle up!a different kind of hikingequestrian 1©equestrian 1|Droits réservésHorseback ridingThe Cathar Pyrenees are the perfect place for horseback riding. In the land of the Merens horse, there’s no shortage of places to gallop and trails to trot. At horse...ADT09_0006914_MD©ADT09_0006914_MD|Oscar Rodbag - Ariège Pyrénées TourismeEquestrian centersIn the Cathar Pyrenees, a number of equestrian centers offer activities, courses and rides for beginners or advanced riders, in the heart of an exceptional natural environment!...
ADT09_0006943_MD©ADT09_0006943_MD|Delphine DenteThe plateau of la Calm – RoquefixadeA peaceful village, a path that meanders quietly up to the Calm plateau, dominating the Ariege Pyrenees chain in the distance, overlooking Roquefixade castle and the Lesponne...ADT09_0009182_MD©ADT09_0009182_MD|Charles RiponTop walks and hikesHere are a few suggestions for wonderful walks and hikes in the Cathar Pyrenees! Charles_Ripon_ADT09_0009448_MD©Charles_Ripon_ADT09_0009448_MD|Charles RiponThe GreenwayThe “voie verte” in the Cathar Pyrenees is a former railroad line between Mirepoix-Chalabre-Lavelanet, created in 1903. The line linked the industrial Hers valley...Guillaume_Payen_ADT09_0007439_MD©Guillaume_Payen_ADT09_0007439_MD|Guillaume Payen - Ariège Pyrénées TourismeSki Rail offer – ENThe “Les Monts d’Olmes” Skirail offer is an experiment on sale online only from 21 December 2023 to 18 February 2024 for journeys on Saturdays only, departing...MOUNTAIN BIKE (4)©MOUNTAIN BIKE (4)|Office de Tourisme des Pyrénées catharesMountain bike ridesThe Pyrenees Cathares is the ideal destination for cycling in all seasons! From easy family outings accessible to all, to steeper, more rugged loops, the various mountain bike...Pic St Barth©Pic St Barth|Office de Tourisme des Pyrénées catharesThe Saint-Barthelemy Massif Regional Nature ReserveThe Saint-Barthélémy regional nature reserve is located in the Occitane region of France. It is the first nature reserve in Ariège, visible from Toulouse to Carcassonne , and...sdr_HDRB©sdr_HDRB|CCPOActivities and hobbiesQue vous aimiez la terre ferme, voler avec les oiseaux ou faire des ronds dans l’eau, c’est ici que vous trouverez votre bonheur… Il y en a pour tous les goûts : pour les plus...ADT09_0009182_MD©ADT09_0009182_MD|Charles RiponMonts d’Olmes summer resortBreathe in the mountain air and escape the daily grind for your next vacation… Just 1h30 from Toulouse and 1h15 from Carcassonne, the Mont d’Olmes nature resort...De Montbel dam©De Montbel dam|Droits réservésMontbel Lake in winterLe lac de Montbel est l’un des lieux marquants de nos Pyrénées Cathares : en hiver, il présente un autre visage. Idéal pour une randonnée, pour se ressourcer au contact...CATHAR COUNTRY (39)©CATHAR COUNTRY (39)|Droits réservésThe Merens horse in the Cathar PyreneesIf you see herds of small black horses on our roads and paths, you’ve come across the Mérens horse. These hardy Ariegeois ponies are pure Pyrenean products. Traditionally...Morenci (8)©Morenci (8)|Office de Tourisme des Pyrénées catharesView of Montsegur from the cross of MorenciA virtually flat path with an extraordinary, unprecedented view of Montségur castle. From the Morenci cross to the ruins of the Pechiquelle farm, you’ll be able to take...ADT09_0009341_MD©ADT09_0009341_MD|Charles RiponFrom Mirepoix to LavelanetThe first section of the future V81 greenway in the foothills of the Pyrenees, the cycle route from Mirepoix to Lavelanet offers a journey between Cathar castles and royal...