Guidebook for Roquetaillade
Sightseeing
The citadel of Carcassonne is quintessential Languedoc: a medieval fortress listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is very touristy but worth exploring.
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Office de Tourisme de Carcassonne La cité (Annexe)
21 Imp. Agnés de MontpellierThe citadel of Carcassonne is quintessential Languedoc: a medieval fortress listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is very touristy but worth exploring.
Rennes le chateau
3 words: Da Vinci Code
A quadrangular keep, a masterpiece of gothic art in military architecture.
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Arques Castle
D613A quadrangular keep, a masterpiece of gothic art in military architecture.
New Age followers believed the "upside down mountain" had mystical powers and that the village would be spared in the 2012 apocalypse. Trek up the mountain and swim in the lake.
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Bugarach
New Age followers believed the "upside down mountain" had mystical powers and that the village would be spared in the 2012 apocalypse. Trek up the mountain and swim in the lake.
This 6th century foundation is best known for a splendid sarcophagus, carved in vivid relief by the Master of Cabestany and depicting the martyrdom of Toulouse’s first bishop St Sernin.
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Abbaye de Saint Hilaire
n4 Rue de la MairieThis 6th century foundation is best known for a splendid sarcophagus, carved in vivid relief by the Master of Cabestany and depicting the martyrdom of Toulouse’s first bishop St Sernin.
Great castle to visit. Intimately related to the renowned troubadour Peire d’Alvernha. Unfortunately they won't allow you to have a picnic in the compound.
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Puivert Castle
Rue du Chemin du ChâteauGreat castle to visit. Intimately related to the renowned troubadour Peire d’Alvernha. Unfortunately they won't allow you to have a picnic in the compound.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site built in the 17th century to link the Atlantic to the Mediterranean, Canal du Midi runs through the Aude region over 100 kms from west to east. Great for a long stroll.
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Canale di Midi
A UNESCO World Heritage Site built in the 17th century to link the Atlantic to the Mediterranean, Canal du Midi runs through the Aude region over 100 kms from west to east. Great for a long stroll.
Essentials
Great Sunday market selling fresh produce. There's also a second hand clothing market where you can find great clothes at a bargain.
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Espéraza
Great Sunday market selling fresh produce. There's also a second hand clothing market where you can find great clothes at a bargain.
Lovely little town to visit and to stock up on groceries and other necessities. Lovely Friday market as well.
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Limoux
Lovely little town to visit and to stock up on groceries and other necessities. Lovely Friday market as well.
Everything Else
Rennes-les-Bains
Natural hot spring waters - a lovely spa town.
Wine and food courses of the Languedoc-Roussillon by wine expert Emma Kershaw. Choose from a tasting with tapas luncheon, a day of cookery and wine and various weekend breaks. www.lamaisondurire.com
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21 Route de DurbanWine and food courses of the Languedoc-Roussillon by wine expert Emma Kershaw. Choose from a tasting with tapas luncheon, a day of cookery and wine and various weekend breaks. www.lamaisondurire.com
This ancient little village owes its modest prosperity to the hot springs which bubble out of the ground on the north side of town, and which were first harnessed for curative purposes by the Romans.
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Alet-les-Bains
This ancient little village owes its modest prosperity to the hot springs which bubble out of the ground on the north side of town, and which were first harnessed for curative purposes by the Romans.
Drinks & Nightlife
Truly the best place to eat in Carcassonne. The food and service never disappoint. And the atmosphere and design are superb!
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Le Jardin en Ville
5 Rue des FramboisiersTruly the best place to eat in Carcassonne. The food and service never disappoint. And the atmosphere and design are superb!
Entertainment & Activities
Peyreleau
The equestrian farm of Causse Noir. Take up horse-riding!
One of our favourite lakes to go to for a swim and a picnic in the summertime. Bring a canoe if you have one.
Lac d'Arques
One of our favourite lakes to go to for a swim and a picnic in the summertime. Bring a canoe if you have one.