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Discover Castelnou, Pyrénées-Orientales, Languedoc-Roussillon

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Nestled in the foothills of the Pyrénées-Orientales, the charming village of Castelnou invites you to explore its rich historical and cultural heritage. Renowned for its medieval castle, this picturesque village is an escape offering breathtaking panoramas. Begin your visit at the Castle of Castelnou, a 10th-century fortress overlooking the valley with a stunning view of Mount Canigou. The cobbles...See more

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The two fountains
22 km

The two fountains

Discovery hike over the fountains From the tourisme Office (Hiking House), pass between the buildings and join the street. Turn right and immediately left into Arago Street until you reach the church. Turn left onto the Rue de l'Eglise, on a dead end, then the path that leaves the village. On the right the Moulin de la Pave appears, then a few meters above the Birds Fountain. At the fork, turn right to get to a crossroads. Cross the road and take the path opposite direction Dolmen / Pic Neulos / Col de l'Ullat. Follow the watering canal to a strategic intersection of trails and take the path down to the river on the right. Pass the ford on the stream and go up to reach a small asphalt road. Turn left towards "Les Deux Fontaines". Do not enter private properties. Take the track that climbs to the 4th hairpin turn and follow the yellow signs to an intersection of tracks. Go right on the track and continue straight until Font Dels Simiots. Retrace your steps and leave the track to turn right on the trail marked with a sign "Les Deux Fontaines". At the intersection of two trails, take opposite direction Fontaine de la Vernosa. Continue until you reach a track (picnic table just above) that you have to go down on the left, towards the plain, for almost 2 kilometers. Then take the small path on the right and continue to descend. Find the intersection of tracks, the same as at the beginning of the hike. Follow the trail by the same road taken one way to the paved road Continue the road towards the village leaving all the streets on the left to the recently restored Chapel Sant Sebastia. Turn right on the path of la Florentine which takes you to the old village. Turn right on Casttle street to join the church. Go down to the left to the Tourist Office.

4 h
10 km
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Via Ferrata in Mazamet
99 km

Via Ferrata in Mazamet

Looking for big thrills? Desire to surpass yourself? The via ferrata of Mazamet is for you! In the the Arnette gorges, in Mazame, via ferrata and giant zip line, under the footbridge. Acrobats and adventurers will enjoy this safe activity which completes, since 2022 the current tourist offer. This land is located in a protected natural site carried by an outstanding historic heritage (Cormouls-Houlès remarkabe gardens, St-Sauveur ruins, classified archeological site), and a rich and diverse wildlife. Nearby, after crossing the Mazamet's Hymalayan footbridge at 70 meters high over the Arnette river, you will find the medieval village of Hautpoul and its gardens, as well as, on the GR7, the House of Wood and Toy, its arboretum and its orchard. A nice wander along the 'Art Net' to picnic in th the shadows of chestnut trees. - Via Ferrata with ziplines : . Access: 20 mn . Drop : 90 m . Length: 880 ml . Difficulty: AD à D+ . Duration: 2 h 30 . Way back: 20 mn - Via Ferrata without zipline . Access: 30 mn . Drop: 110 m . Length: 370 ml . Difficulty: AD à D+ . Duration: 1 h 30 . Way back: 20 mn - Via Ferrata (upper part of Hautpoul) . Access: 20 mn . Drop: 60 m . Length: 130 ml . Difficulty: PD . Duration: 45 mn . Way back: 25 mn Minimum gear required: . Helmet . Harness . Closed shoes . Rest Karabiner & short lanyard . 2 wide aperture autoblock gate karabiners . Karabiner aerolink specifically for continuous safe line . Lanyard aeroline Ferrata . Double lanyard with shock absorber . Gloves General recommendations: Access to the Via Ferrata of Mazamet is prohibited: - to children measuring less than 1,35m and minors who are not accompanied by un experienced adult ; - outside opening hours and over night ; - in adverse weather conditions and especially when the route is slipppery and affected by snow, ice and stormy conditions. You agree to undertake this activity at your own risk. If you have little or no experience in this type of activity, please contact the services of a guide. Equipment rental: Mazamet Tourist Office Online booking: https://www.tourisme-castresmazamet.com/billetterie Rates: 18€/pers. Groups more than 5 persons: 16,50€/pers. Groups more than 10 persons : 15€/pers. Deposit: 400€ (on the day of the rental, chèque ou Crédit card) For beginners or persons needing a guide, you can contact: - Aude Escapades - Laurence Combes 06 03 50 00 85 - Axecime - Yannick Saulnier 06 08 42 27 13

95 rue de la Resse 81200 Mazamet
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Caution!
We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾