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Describing this naturally wealthy
region is quite a tall order, but here are a few of the many wonders found
in the area.
- The superb medieval Mirepoix bastide built in
the 12th century with it's numerous bars, restaurants and shops, its
inviting and friendly market place.
- The amazing countryside Church of Vals,
- The ruins of the Renaissance Castle of
Lagarde
- The fortified village of Camon,
- The romantic Castle of Puivert,
- The Castle of Montségur
(Cathar Castle)
- lThe fantastic prehistorical caves of Niaux
(50 kms)
- Surpising site such as the intermittent
fountain of Fontestorbes, the underground river of Labouiche,
- The lake of Montbel (600
ha) and thesurrounding birds sanctuary.
The Mediterranean Sea less than an hour away and
Andorra 1,30 h away two international airports within an hour's drive:
Toulouse and Carcassonne 50 mn..
20 minutes from the motorway..
And let us not forget the unique and
delicious local dishes served by the many restaurants in the vicinity
(Magret de canard, foie gras, cassoulet, confit de canard, etc, etc !)
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