Things to do

There are so many things to do in the area that there are too many to mention here.

However here is a short list - please ask us for any details.

Walking: The Cathar pathway passes behind our house and is easily accessible from our village. It is possible to walk from our house to Roquefixade, Foix or even Montsegur if you are really fit! There are many other walks in the area; in forests, beside streams and on the mountain tops so walkers of all abilities will find something to suit them.

Lake Montbel:   Swimming, fishing, canoeing, sailing, pedallos  then finish your day eating pizza and listening to jazz at the memorable Pizza Shack as the sun sets over the mountains reflecting its colourful rays on this beautiful lake..

Sunset over Montbel

Trekking with pack donkeys in the Pyrenean Ariege.

Based in Leychert, Francois Regnault offers trekking all year round: day trips or tours from two to four days.

Francois is a fully trained guide, who can offer treks to suit individual needs, either accompanied or unaccompanied with pack donkeys or llamas, carrying your luggage into the heart of the mountains of the Ariege.

For full information please contact Francois Regnault on www.lacaminole.com

Tel 0033 6103 0547: mobile 0033 67709 7470 or by email contact@lacaminole.com

Other things to do in the area include;

Bird watching: Buzzards, kites and eagles abound here and not too far away golden eagles have been spotted. It is possible to watch the birds flying over the mountain tops from the comfort of a sun bed by the swimming pool!

Botany:  The mountains of the Ariege are famous for the 100 or so varieties of wild orchids which grow in abundance. The wild flowers are breathtaking at all times of the year.

Riding: There is a riding school within a short drive of the house on the way to Lavelenet. The paths and tracks around are numerous and beautiful.

Climbing:There are many sites for climbing within easy reach.

Trekking: This region is a trekkers’ paradise with the possibilities of donkeys carrying your belongings! It is possible to hire a guide for the trip.

Mountain Biking: Cycle hire is possible locally and around Montbel. The cycling is exciting and challenging with many VTT track available, one of which starts from the village. The Tour de France passes near Leychert each year and many important teams come to the area to train for major events. There is exciting mountain biking at Les Monts d’Olmes with hiring facilities on site. Please see skiing below.

Fishing: There are both lakes and rivers in the area where fishing is permitted.

Golf: there is a challenging golf course about 30 minutes away at La Bastide de Serou. There is an 18 hole course as well as a small practice course with 6 holes and a driving range.  After enjoying a round in such a lovely setting, you can enjoy a meal at the club restaurant. Golf clubs can be hired at the course. More information at  www.golf.ariege.com

Canoeing and kayaking:  A 12 kilometre course is nearby  on the Ariege river and takes about 2 hours. You are then collected by bus and returned to your starting point. See www.ariege-evasion.com

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And of course you may just want to rest in the Ariege sunshine and take things a little bit easy ......

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