Gateway to the Pyrenees :
Serres a wine growing hamlet with XV Century church, wine implement museum and Chateau that hosts classical music concerts in its floodlit amphitheatre. Numerous VTT paths and trails lead from Serres that date back to the Knights Templars. Local wine Domains, sample the excellent red and white wine produced from vines that surround the Villa.
Rennes les Bains (5 mins)
Roman spa town. Bathe in 'Le Bain Doux' the natural hot spring at the river. Lively square with excellent café and restaurants. Picturesque walks along the river Sals. Book shops, Art Galleries, open air swimming pool.
Rennes le Chateau (15 mins)
Dramatic location hilltop hamlet magnificent panoramic views of the Pyrenees.Discover its secret. Famous for the Da Vinci code and contraversial best selling mysteries. Holiday makers and historians visit this area in search of the Holy Grail. Steeped in Cathar history unique to Aude South France. XI Century Church, book and gift shops, wine tasting centre, restaurants.
Alet Les Bains (20 mins)
Thermal Spa Town where natural mineral water is bottled at source. Outdoor swimming pool, Accro Parc and Casino.
Limoux (20 mins)
Famous for Blanquette which pre-dates Champagne and it’s longest running carnival. Vibrant town with
plenty of restaurants and coffee bars in the Place de la Republique. Superb open air fresh produce market, Piano and Animated Museum.
Carcassonne (45 mins)
Jewel of the Aude a UNESCO World heritage site. Magnificent medieval fortified city with 52 towers. Fairy tale castle steeped in history. Restaurants, shops, cafés, bars within the city walls. Plenty of atmosphere.
Cathar Castles
These ruined fortresses although seemingly inaccessible can easily be reached on foot. Survived through the ages they bathe in a rare light in different corners of the Aude landscape. All within easy reach of the Villa.
Airports
Carcassonne (50 mins)
Perpignan ( 90 mins)
Montpelier (90 mins)
Toulouse (120 mins)
Gerona (180 m
Although the emphasis is on relaxation there is plenty to see and do. Visit Cathare castles of the region and discover past mysteries .Breathtaking scenery where the Corbieres meet the Pyrenees you will be thrilled by the remarkable geology. Rugged mountains, deep gorges, caves and caverns will fill you with amazement. Explore the numerous paths and trails that lead from the holiday villa and delight in the flora and fauna in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Choose walking, cycling, fishing, water sports a myriad of activities to assure a superb holiday. Glorious weather will guarantee a splendid holiday in this famous wine region.
Other Activities:
Accro parc, White water rafting, canoeing, kayaking.