 | Cathare castles 2nd Section |
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| Mystic Castles of the Pyrenees - 1st Section | from 585 € | | Pyrenees - Self-guided walking - 7 days |  |
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Between the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean, in the heart of the sunblessed region of the Corbières you will find the imposing, mystic stone castles, the châteaux Cathares.
These castles represent a tragic, political and religious intrigue. During the week’s walking you will discover landscapes of immense natural beauty, lush valleys and rolling hills, along with some good local food and wines.
The vegetation, the ‘garrigue’, is fragrant and often full of colour. |
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Day 1
Rendez-vous at Quillan, then transfer to Duilhac-sous-Peyrepertuse. Check into your accommodation and investigate the village situated at the foot of Peyrepertuse castle. |
Day 2
From the Château of Padern, a walk up through a wealth of contrasting Mediterranean landscapes to the chateau of Quéribus and on to Duilhac.
16km, 5h00, +436m, -260m. |
Day 3
Discover the unforgettable Galamus Gorge and the Chateau of Peyrepertuse before arriving at the interesting town of Cubières.
16km, 5h00, +250m, -340m. |
Day 4
In the very heart of the Cathare country, between the Fenouillèdes and the Corbières, a walk to the ravishing village of Sougraigne set in the prettiest of country spots.
15km, 5h00, +250m, -605m. |
Day 5
From Sougraigne to Granes through Rennes-les-Bains, famous for its hot natural healing spring waters, and Rennes-le-Chateau with its mysterious past.
19km, 5h30, +445m, -450m. |
Day 6
From Granes to Quillan you folow a well known walking trail, the GR. This path used to be an important link between the Pyrenean hamlets.
18km, 5h00, +350m, -440m. |
Day 7
The holiday comes to an end in Quillan after breakfast at your hotel. You can choose to do a circular route from Quillan.
A circular route from Quillan on the Cathare pathway, passing through historical sites that offer a remarkable diversity of Mediterranean and mountain vegetation.
12km, 3h30, +295m, -295m. |
| Departures |
| Every day of the year, according to availability. Bookings from two people or more. |
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| Prices |
| Price (€) | from 01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008 | | Price per person in Double room | 585 | | Price per person in Single room | 705 | |
| Supplements/Reductions | | Supplementary night in Quillan (BB) | 35 €/pers | | Supplement for 5 pic-nics | 52 €/pers |
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| Trip Summary | Start
Day 1 at Quillan train station, at 16h00.
End
Day 7 at your hotel in Quillan after breakfast. If you are doing both sections of the Mystic Castles of the Pyrenees trail the night in Quillan is offered BB.
How to get there
Quillan train station.
Accommodation
In hotels or chambre d'hôtes, double room.
Number of people
From 2
Level of difficulty
The walks are on good footpaths and trails, the terrain is varied but often rocky. You need to be used to walking and take regular exercise to enjoy this holiday.
Guide
Self-guided walking.
Carrying
You need to carry a small day sack only with a water bottle, camera, picnic and wind jacket.
The main luggage will be transported by vehicle between the different accommodations.
Price includes
Half board accommodation (except day 6), internal transfers, baggage transfers between hotels, the dossier containing your maps, route notes and all necessary details needed for your holiday.
Price does not include
Entrance fees, additional transfers, drinks, picnics, additional activities, holiday insurance, travel and evening meal day 6.
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