Very small village of Ariège, about fifty kilometers from Foix, Ignaux takes place in the country of Sabarthès, not far from Savignac-les-Ormeaux, Ax-les-Thermes or Tignac.
Full of charm, this city in the south-west of France, near the border with Andorra and the Pyrenees, is mainly known for its agricultural activity. A true haven of peace, Ignaux seduces with its landscapes rich in hiking trails and its authenticity.
| Municipality | Ignaux |
|---|---|
| Postcode | 09110 |
| Latitude | 42.7318960 (N 42° 43’ 55”) |
| Longitude | 1.8399780 (E 1° 50’ 24”) |
| Altitude | From 840m to 1722m |
| Surface area | 5.49 km² |
| Population | 128 inhabitants |
| Density | 23 inhabitants/km² |
| Prefecture | Foix (48 km, 47 min) |
| Insee code | 09140 |
| Intercommunality | CC de la Haute Ariège |
| Department | Ariège |
| Territories | Midi-Pyrénées, Pyrenees |
| Region | Occitanie |
| Sorgeat | 1 km (3 min) |
|---|---|
| Ascou | 3.8 km (9 min) |
| Ax-les-Thermes | 6.7 km (13 min) |
| Savignac-les-Ormeaux | 7.8 km (15 min) |
| Orgeix | 9 km (16 min) |
| Vaychis | 9.9 km (16 min) |
| Tignac | 10.7 km (18 min) |
| Perles-et-Castelet | 10.9 km (18 min) |
| Orlu | 11 km (19 min) |
| Prades | 11.8 km (17 min) |
| Unac | 14.3 km (20 min) |
| Luzenac | 14.4 km (19 min) |
| Mérens-les-Vals | 14.4 km (20 min) |
| Montaillou | 15.3 km (22 min) |
Passing through Ignaux, you can take the various marked hiking trails accessible everywhere in and around the town. Do not miss to admire the Saint-Barthélemy church or the central stone fountain.
In winter, winter sports enthusiasts will appreciate the Chioula ski resort. This Nordic area offers fifteen routes and more than fifty kilometers of trails.
| Leisure centres |
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A festive aperitif is organized every July 14 by the town hall to celebrate the national holiday.
Ignaux en Fête takes place at the end of July with many activities such as petanque competitions or meals with music.
A Christmas snack for the youngest is offered in December.
| Last name | Activity type | Rate | City |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Sports sensations | 35 € to 40 € | Alet-les-Bains (45 km) |
 | Nature and the great outdoors | 6 € to 12 € | Villefranche-de-Conflent (46 km) |
| Last name | Outing type | Difficulty | Duration | Departure municipality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hike | Intermediate | 3:30 | Roquefeuil (16 km) |
 | Hike | Intermediate | 3:00 | Roquefort-de-Sault (29 km) |
 | Hike | Intermediate | 2:00 | Belloc (32 km) |
 | Hike | Easy | 40 min | La Cabanasse (34 km) |
 | Hike | Athletic | 7:30 | Nohèdes (39 km) |
