Couserans, heart of the Pyrenees

Spring is now! Must-sees, activities, hikes, visits...

Experience the moment of spring in the Couserans – Ariège Pyrenees. Spring in the Couserans means filling up on vitamins and good energy! The trees are donning their…
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Le printemps c’est maintenant! incontournables, activités, randonnées, visites…

Transhumance in the heart of the Pyrenees

Transhumance is a significant event of the year in the mountains. This rhythmic procession of animals migrating to summer pastures is attracting increasing interest from curious visitors and/or…
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Les transhumances au cœur des Pyrénées

The must-see sites

If you are in a hurry and want to experience an intense Couserans moment, here is your “To-Do List”!
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Les sites incontournables

Holiday ideas

Fancy a getaway to the Pyrenees? Whether you have a weekend or several days, explore this destination at your own pace. Browse our holiday ideas to plan your trip…
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Des idées de séjours

Major events

The heart of Couserans beats to the rhythm of its events, which all have soul, meaning, and energy to spare! Browse our calendar to see what's happening...
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Grands évènements

Local markets

Eat well, buy local, and find crafts... the real deal! That's what happens when you visit our village markets, all authentic and friendly. This...
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Les marchés
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Local inspirations

4 moments to experience during spring

In spring, the Couserans region in the Ariège Pyrenees changes pace. The mountains awaken, the landscapes transform, and the desire for fresh air becomes irresistible. It's the ideal season for…
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March 12, 2026
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4 moments à vivre durant le printemps

Try ski touring!

Meet Safia Lise, who's off to explore the mountains on a ski touring trip. Safia Lise, 31, a ski patroller at the Guzet resort since 2020, answers our questions…
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February 17, 2026
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Testez le ski de randonnée !

10 activities to try during the February holidays

Looking for things to do near Toulouse? Here's our current To Do List to try during your February holidays: educational farm, discovering…
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February 02, 2026
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10 activités à tester pour les vacances de février

The CimaFest

Are you passionate about outdoor activities and adrenaline-pumping experiences? Then CimaFest is definitely an event not to be missed! This winter, the festival returns in a…
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13th January 2026
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Le CimaFest

Bethmale lake

The 3 best seasons to discover this iconic lake in the heart of the Pyrenees: Lake Bethmale A true gem of the Couserans region, Lake Bethmale is a natural site…
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17th December 2025
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Le lac de Bethmale

Our local Christmas gift ideas

Finding the perfect Christmas gift is a challenge we all know. But this year, why not give something that truly means something? Imagine gifts that…
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03th December 2025
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Nos idées de cadeaux de Noël locaux

Events

01 Jan 31 Dec

Castelnau-Durban Market

Castelnau-Durban
01 Jan 31 Dec

Market of Sainte-Croix-Volvestre

Sainte-Croix-Volvestre
01 Feb 31 Oct

Saint-Lizier market

St. Lizier
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Carte de situation de Couserans Pyrenées

In Ariège, experience the Couserans Pyrenees moment

The Couserans and its 18 valleys, in the Ariège Pyrenees Regional Natural Park.

A big breath of fresh air!?
Head due south on the A20 from Toulouse, straight toward Mont Valier and the Spanish border. In the heart of the Pyrenees, mountains that ring true, with simple and timeless values.
The Couserans is the lung to the west of Ariège, on the heart side!