Activities & surroundings

The medieval city of Carcassonne, listed as a UNESCO world heritage site, is a preserved jewel of the Cathar country. This city, still inhabited, is freely accessible day and night and offers a unique medieval atmosphere.

Nestled in the hollow of a mountain, facing the village of Lagrasse, Sainte-Marie Abbey bears witness to more than 1,200 years of history. A monument not to be missed.

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The Canal du Midi offers an ideal environment for walks or bike rides. The canal extends 240km from Toulouse to Sète, in the Mediterranean.

The countryside offers a multitude of possibilities for organizing a hike or mountain bike ride.

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Lac de la Cavayère is a leisure complex in a natural environment which extends over more than 40 hectares, on the outskirts of Carcassonne. Sports activities of all kinds are available on site!

Don't forget to take a detour to this unusual place, which produces its own buffalo milk products. The restaurant Le Bourdasso is located in Val de Dagne, 5 minutes from the Chalet.

Fontfroide Abbey is nestled in the foothills of the Corbières, 10 minutes from Narbonne. It is classified as a Historic Monument and Grand Site of Occitanie. Visit the Abbey and its gardens all year round.

Occitanie is a region rich in vestiges dating from the time of the Crusades. Discover the sites and ruins of the Cathar Castles scattered in a wild and intriguing landscape.

Spend a day at the seaside in the charming village of Gruissan. It will seduce you with its wild beaches and its preserved nature, its fishing village and its authenticity.

The Carcassonne Festival takes place every summer throughout the month of July in the heart of the medieval city. It offers numerous concerts and shows, and offers an extraordinary atmosphere.