Downhill the Montagne Noire
The opportunity to charge down the slopes of the Montagne Noire is one that should not be missed. This densely forested, almost uninhabited mountain has many, many epic downhill routes for burning through the trees at speed!
Read MoreGo Undercover at Les Halles
Whether you're visiting the South of France on holiday or you're a regular Audois, experiencing the local markets is always a treat. Buzzing with life, colour, sounds and aromas, the markets of Occitania are where you will find some of the best local produce in the South of France. And there's one in particular we can recommend: Les Halles, Narbonne!
Read MoreFamily Fun at Plage de Carcassonne
Let the kids off the leash! If you fancy a break from our pool, we have a beach within easy driving distance of Palatz. Plage de Carcassonne has everything you need for a fab family day out, including inflatable aquapark, O2 airborne adventure, pedalo hire, amusement park, surfing, ball sports. There's no shortage of fun to be had...
Read MoreConquer the Cathar Castles
Steeped in history, romance, toil and strife, the mediaeval bastions scattered around our local area have become known as the Cathar Castles. Make sure you spend a day or two exploring these magnificent, tragic edifices!
Read MoreDiscover the Treasures of the Truffle
A symbol of luxury gastronomy, these "black diamonds" are gathered locally every year. We're even training our dog to find them! Discover the treasures of the truffle for yourself in the Minervois, and take a visit to the Maison de La Truffe in nearby Villeneuve.
Read MoreBastille Day in Carcassonne
Once a year, in celebration of Bastille Day, Carcassonne hosts a most spectacular fireworks display. The walls of the mediaeval Cité are lit up in a thunderously explosive extravaganza that draws people from all over the world. Since 1898, the mediaeval city of Carcassonne has been the setting for this spectacular event, which happens on the evening of July 14 every year.
Read MoreBoat Audaciously
For a fun, family day out, we can definitely recommend a trip along the river Aude - one of the must sublime ways of experiencing the beauty of Occitania!
Read MorePedal & Picnic the Canal du Midi
The Canal du Midi is an engineering marvel and UNESCO site which connects the Atlantic to the Mediterranean. Perfect for a quiet family picnic, half-day cycling trip or a relaxing full-day cruise on the water - a must-see when visiting Occitanie!
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