The Corbières region is not only a wild region in which nice villages are nestled in narrow valleys. Discover the charming village of Lagrasse, famous for its Romanesque abbey and its medieval streets.
The village still full of character used to be a major place for fairs. Land of wild and traditions, the Corbieres Region is also a land of good wines.
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Day 1 A Medieval day in the Corbieres
In the morning, meet your local guide and start a walking tour through the streets of Lagrasse. Located in the heart of the Corbieres region and on the bank of the Orbieu river, Lagrasse is a famous village, well known for his Benedictine abbey and for preserving is medieval charm.
A stroll in the cobbled narrow streets of the village would let you discover the façades of old medieval houses, walk a little bit along the Orbieu river to admire the remains of the walls…
Before a free time in the village see also the beautiful Saint Michael church.
Lunch: Lunch in the medieval village.
In the afternoon, guided visit of the Arques Castle. Discover its history from the 12th century, the daily life and how this castle was built up.
The lords of this place who were in opposition with the Carcassonne viscounts also lived the terrible Crusade against the Cathars, the religion wars and was finally abandoned after the French Revolution.
End this day with a tasting of the famous Limoux sparkling wine.
A stroll in the cobbled narrow streets of the village would let you discover the façades of old medieval houses, walk a little bit along the Orbieu river to admire the remains of the walls…
Before a free time in the village see also the beautiful Saint Michael church.
Lunch: Lunch in the medieval village.
In the afternoon, guided visit of the Arques Castle. Discover its history from the 12th century, the daily life and how this castle was built up.
The lords of this place who were in opposition with the Carcassonne viscounts also lived the terrible Crusade against the Cathars, the religion wars and was finally abandoned after the French Revolution.
End this day with a tasting of the famous Limoux sparkling wine.
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Call us on +33 434 53 57 66
Call us on +33 434 53 57 66
These prices include :
- tour guide services during the entire day,
- entrance fees to the listed monuments,
- lunch (3 courses meal, 1/4l wine and coffee),
- driver cost.
These prices do not include :