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The Hotel proudly boasts a
magnificent underground arched wine cellar and a grand tour can be
arranged at any time of the day.
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With over 2500 km of river and waterways, the Ariège is a renowned
and ideal water-sports paradise. Canoeing, rafting,
fishing, horse back riding and of course walking are only few of the
favourite activities in this region.
Parachuting is also possible at the small regional airport of
Pamiers-les Pujols (only a 15 minute drive away). At Les Monts
d’Olmes, enjoy the nearest winter skiing facilities (45 minute drive
away). For those who like a more extensive skiing area
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THE RESTAURANT |
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Whilst dinning at the Hotel’s Le
Ciel d’Or Restaurant you will enjoy delicious traditional French
cuisine with an international infusion of flavours. Every dish is
prepared with only the best of fresh and regional products
personally selected by our Chef. Our wine waiter will be delighted
to assist you in your choice of wine accompaniments. The Hotel
proudly boasts a magnificent underground arched wine cellar and a
grand tour can be arranged at any time of the day. |
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Holidaying in The Ariège Region |
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CARCASSONNE
Its Mediaeval Hilltop Town,
the Canal du Midi Twice listed as part of
UNESCO's World Heritage.
Discover the Lac de la Cavayère!
A place for sunbathing - 3 beaches with supervised swimming.
The lake of la Cavayère is not just for taking a stroll. It is also
a health resort,
an amusement park, a place where adults
and children can have fun, a special place where you can relax within a stone's throw from Carcassonne.
Tournament and Show - Mediaeval Festival
During the summer, breathe the medieval rhythm. Knight tournaments
and fabulous spectacles of knights are organised from July
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ABOUT MIREPOIX |
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 Mirepoix
is 48 km south-southwest of Carcassonne, in the Ariège department (roughly
250 km west of Avignon and Arles). This medieval city lies in the
foothils of the Pyrenees, and has spectacular panoramic views of
these mountains. This is a sunny region of rolling countryside,
mountain streams, open pastures and woodland.
Mirepoix is known for it’s social
activities all year round. At Easter these activities kick off with
a Jazz Festival followed by Medieval festivities in July. Europe’s
largest Puppet Festival is in August and Fete de La Pomme in October.
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Ariège department with it’s rich cultural and culinary history is
well known for it’s markets. Monday morning is market time in
Mirepoix, situated all around the village’s Cathedral St. Maurice.
The church is famous for possessing France’s largest nave.
If history interests you, there are many attractions to visit
including the town of Mas d’ Azil, the Prehistoric Park, the Grottos
of Niaux, Foix Castle, Camon’s Abbey or the Cathare Castles…
Montsegur and Roque Fixade being two of the most famous.
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