Tourist Attractions & Monuments Aude

This salty expanse, surrounded by hills, was exploited from 1856 to 1945 as a salt marsh. Today, this beautiful pond fed by rainwater and runoff is reserved for migratory birds. During your walk, you will surely have the pleasure to contemplate some wading birds in full nap or meal. You will also contemplate the original colours of the Doul, a characteristic linked to the fact that the pond is the deepest (about 3 metres) and the saltiest (70 grams of salt per litre) of the Narbonnaise.

The pond of Pissevaches is located at the mouth of the Aude. It communicates with the sea through a grau which opens and closes according to the sea's movements. It is thus fed by the alternation of salt water and fresh water causing a soil rich in sediment. Landscape diversity also since it is practically dry in summer. This site is a lagoon complex including a zone of sansouire, a heath of salicornes, that the presence of nearly 200 species of birds has transformed into one of the best ornithological sites of the department.

Here, alongside the sheep herd, you can see deer on day-parole, which sometimes takes a donkey. children particularly appreciate this part of the visit during which the animals can be approached. At the same time as Mr. Durand explains the lifestyles of these animals, he leads his visitors to a renovated building where old machines are presented that tell the work of the breeder and the traditions of a country. A small exhibition is devoted to the work of wool and the visit ends on the impressive collection of deer wood preserved since the creation of the breeding.

Located at one end of Lake Villefort, this multi-activity base uses its environment to the best of its ability. The gorges of Chassezac for Canoeing and Canyoning, the cliffs which dominate them for climbing, the lake for canoeing, the dinghy and windsurfing, the causses surrounding for caving and all forest paths, whether or not steep, for the ATV. At the base, archery and departure of many hikes. Graduate monitors support groups of all levels. For extended group stays, the centre offers a formula with accommodation (in chalets of five to six people), meals (full board) and controlled activities of choice (from € 57 to € 64 per person per day in turnkey formula, from € 50 to € 57 in stand-alone formula). Full pension without animation 36 € or 45 €.

Furniture, tools, these testimonies of the past, which the inhabitants of the region bring, enrich the museum every day to rebuild the collections previously exposed in the halls of the castle of Castanet. Gradually, local heritage revives, thanks to a passionate association.

Castelnaudary offers numerous tourist activities and sites to visit. For nature lovers, it's possible to take a car-free getaway and explore the surrounding countryside. Food lovers can sample the famous Argent Double cherry clafoutis, a local specialty. Wine lovers can explore the Minervois vineyards and take part in tastings. The town also offers a varied cultural agenda, with poetry festivals and concerts. For accommodation, you can stay at Mas de l'Écluse, a quality guesthouse located between the Canal du Midi and the vineyards.