Couserans, heart of the Pyrenees

Winter in the heart of the Pyrenees!

Everything you need to prepare for a fulfilling winter stay in the Couserans region. Winter is fast approaching, it's time for cozying up, hot chocolate, and mittens… but not only that…
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L’hiver 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

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

A hike around the Pic de Cabanatous

A hike between seasons in the heart of the Couserans mountains. Hi, I'm Maritchu and I have a passion, or rather two: hiking combined with photography. So I…
maritchu
November 07, 2025
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Une randonnée au tour du Pic de Cabanatous

What to do with the family during All Saints' Day near Toulouse? 10 activity ideas for the whole family

Looking for family activities during your All Saints' Day vacation around Toulouse? 🍂 Between nature outings, cultural visits and family activities, the region is full of...
maritchu
September 17, 2025
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Que faire en famille à la Toussaint près de Toulouse ? 10 idées d’activités pour toute la famille

4 Historic Sites to Visit in Autumn

Want to visit historic sites in Ariège this fall? You've come to the right place! With its flamboyant colors, autumn is the perfect time to explore the monuments…
maritchu
September 12, 2025
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4 sites historiques à visiter en automne

Altitude 13m: discover road cycling in Couserans

13m is the total of the Couserans passes… Ready to get your calves working? The legendary passes of the Tour de France are unmissable – so go for it, give it your all…
maritchu
September 01, 2025
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Altitude 13 679m : découvrez le vélo de route dans le Couserans

An unusual activity to do with the family in the land of traces

If you're looking for an original outing idea to share with your family, away from screens and closer to nature, look no further: the trapper's meal of...
maritchu
August 11, 2025
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Une activité insolite à faire en famille au pays des traces

A table worth the detour: La grange de la cité

In the heart of the charming town of Saint-Lizier (a must-see!), discover the Grange de la Cité. It's not just a restaurant, nor a farm: it's…
Sarah
July 29, 2025
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Une table qui vaut le détour : La grange de la cité

Agenda

16 Nov

Trail of the Couserans

Saint-Girons
16 Nov
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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!