
On this private tour, you will visit Montségur and Mirepoix, exploring breathtaking landscapes and learning about the Cathars. The itinerary includes hiking to Montségur castle, which requires a good physical condition and proper walking shoes. The tour is suitable for individuals who are fit and can handle the hike. Walking sticks are available for lending, with a limit of four.
We then drive to the Château de Montségur, where during a1hr30 round hike I will tell you the dramatic story and tragedy of the Crusade against the Cathars which occured in the 12th century. We then spend a relaxing lunch, enjoying the local cuisine.
Next stop is Mirepoix, a beautiful medieval village (it has an amazing outdoor market every Monday morning), the earliest mention of the place dates back to the 10th century.
Next stop is for a relaxing walk in Camon, picturesque medieval village, classified amongst the most beauftiful villages of France, it is also known for its hundreds rose trees that are perfuming and decorating the streets. Camon was founded around a Benedictine abbey in the Xth century.