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Mirepoix, medieval city

Guided tour

To visit Mirepoix is to go back in time! This free town with a glorious past wears its age well: seven centuries stare back at you from its half-timbered facades… Our guides invite you to take a trip back in time, to discover the evidence left by the artists who built the town in the Middle Ages.

The mysteries of Mirepoix

Through a thousand and one details, some of them quite hidden, your tour guide will reveal the secrets of the miraculous city. Have you seen this African head and the wild animals that bear witness to a past that’s much more cosmopolitan than it seems? An easy, informative and entertaining stroll through the streets of Mirepoix awaits you… La maison des consuls A must-see and unique site, it is famous for its 104 sculptures… It’s a game full of surprises for young and old: they’ll have fun looking for exotic or fantastic animals and funny characters… The cathedral You’ll be amazed by the impressive width of its nave, which tells us a lot about the building talents of our ancestors! A project that went through many stages and twists and turns! The square This central feature of Mirepoix has stood the test of time. Surrounded by half-timbered houses, it has always been a meeting place. For centuries, it has offered its cool galleries and covered areas to market shoppers and summer evening strollers alike… From the Middle Ages to today, images overlap! The city’s fortifications Testimony to uncertain times, their remains outline the city walls. With a little imagination, they’ll bring medieval Mirepoix to life before your very eyes! Follow the guide!

Practical info
Must-see

To visit

  • The cathedral
  • Cutlery around the main square
  • The consuls’ house
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