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THE ARIEGE
The
Ariege is situated between the Haute Garonne and Pyrenees Orientales, a
region famous for its steep-sided valleys and wild mountain scenery. In the main valley of the area, the Ariege
river finds its way to the sea with the main road to Spain
and Andorra
running along the river bed
In the
Ariege, approximately a 100 km south of Toulouse,
the natural reserve “Les Couserans” can be found. Saint Girons is the capital
of this region. The Couserans is a ‘forgotten’ area of the Pyrenees,
with rugged and unspoilt countryside. A chain of mountains forms the frontier
with Spain
with Mont Valier as its highest peak. The area is made up of18 valleys each
with their own characteristics maintaining their authenticity over the years.
In the Couserans one can find prehistoric caves where inscriptions on the
walls reveal the lifestyle and history of its prehistoric inhabitants.
When you
wander through the region from Massat to Aulus-les-bains, from Seix to
Castillon and via Saint Girons to Saint Lizier and the Volvestre, the
beautiful diverse landscape breathes a serene calmness. There is plenty of
space in the Ariege and the landscape offers many possibilities for outdoor
activities such as hiking, biking, mountain biking, parapenting, and golf
etcetera.
WHAT MAKES THE ARIEGE SO SPECIAL?
- Calm
and tranquillity of the beautiful sparsely populated countryside
- Stunning
views across the magnificent peaks of the Pyrenees
- Outdoor
activities
- Local
village markets and cultural festivities
- Open
and hospitable attitude of the local people
- Attractive
property prices!
   
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