An autumn with the family

To enjoy your autumn holidays in the Pyrenees!

A fall break getaway under the sign of sharing, laughter and moments of complicity. Create your stay according to your desires...

Accommodation : Set down your suitcases in the heart of the mountains in the village of Moulis, located 10 minutes by car from Saint-Girons. The Maisou in Moulis is a magnificent renovated building, offering a breathtaking view of the valley. An ideal place to recharge your batteries and enjoy the landscapes in autumnal colors.

Day 1: Walk in nature

Morning: The view from Cape Blanc

To start your stay off right, head towards Cap Blanc, where you'll find an orientation table to discover the Couserans mountains and their autumnal colors. You can bring a picnic with you if you want to eat there because it's the ideal place!

Afternoon: The Royal Forest

Autumn is the perfect time to go mushroom hunting. And what better way to do it than to head to the royal forest to do your picking. An easy family walk in a unique place in Europe.

And if you have a little more time, why not take a short walk around the lake of Sainte-Croix-Volvestre: a real village lake, with a view of the church steeple! You can pick up a treat at the lakeside shop to end this lovely day.

Day 2: Discovering the heritage and wildlife

Morning: The city of Saint-Lizier

Continue your day by visiting the medieval town of Saint-Lizier, which will take you on a journey through its history and iconic monuments. You can also visit Saint-Lizier Cathedral to discover its Romanesque cloister, unique in Ariège. The tourist office offers a discovery walk with puzzles to solve and other fun games for children. Meet at the Saint Lizier tourist information office!

And don't forget to visit the Bishops' Palace. This grandiose monument has become a departmental museum, which explains the evolution of the village, the palace, and the Couserans region, with a fun tour specially designed for families. The Palace also houses the Notre-Dame-de-la-Sède Cathedral, the second cathedral of Saint-Lizier... yes, there are two cathedrals!

Then, to stretch your legs even more, take the opportunity to take a little walk on the Gabats path (1h30 round trip, 100m elevation gain).

Afternoon: The Land of Traces

Start your day by leaving at Land of traces. For half a day, become a researcher, archaeologist or tracker through the various activities on offer...

• Introduction to basketry
• Archaeology and excavations
• Prehistoric casting
• The Bone Breaker and many others…

Day 3: Adventure and mystery to discover

In the morning: Escape Game in the forest!

See you at the Matérat forest, with Ariège Leisure, and search for Indices to find our witches! From the top of their evil broomstick, they will give you a hard time to discover their mysterious hiding place...

Afternoon: Bethmale Lake

Continue your journey towards Lake Bethmale for a short walk in the heart of our mountains. A 45-minute walk will take you to discover this heart-shaped lake. Take the opportunity to visit the Core Pass offering you a remarkable view of autumnal colors.

Day 4: Greenway and visit to a remarkable garden

Morning: The greenway

Explore the greenway from Saint-Girons to Rimont, a former railway line converted into a cycle path. Feel the wind in your hair and admire the surrounding countryside. For lunch, we suggest a well-deserved break at the restaurant " In a good, informal way"In Rimont, this restaurant is a must-stop for food lovers. You can also take the opportunity to buy some charcuterie in the shop. It's a bit of a climb up to the village from the greenway, but it's definitely worth it! Alternatively, you can bring your own picnic..."

Afternoon: Combelongue Abbey and its remarkable gardens

After a good gourmet break, we make another stop in Rimont, to visit the Combelongue Abbey and its remarkable gardensA true historical gem of our region. This nearly 900-year-old monument is made entirely of brick, while all the other buildings of the period are made of stone in our area. Its peaceful gardens trace several eras (from the Middle Ages to the contemporary) and are a real source of disconnection.

Day 5: A medieval village and precision activity.

Morning: The village of Tourtouse

To end this wonderful week, we suggest you head to the village of Tourtouse with its interpretive trailYou will find about ten panels there, allowing you to discover the history of this small village typical of Couserans.

Afternoon: Archery

Put on your Robin Hood costume and head to Route of the gates of Couserans ! It's open to beginners, and it's perfect for sharing a good time with the family, while discovering beautiful landscapes in the autumnal forest with views of the valleys. In addition, the targets are not classic targets... Okay, at the beginning, we suggest you practice on ordinary targets, but then, on the course, they are volume targets (also called 3D targets)! That is to say, they are large fantastic creatures (dinosaurs, giant insects...), which makes the afternoon even more fun. Honestly, we tested it, it's great.

So? Are your suitcases ready to enjoy autumn with your family?

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Autumn getaways in the Pyrenees