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Ax-les-Thermes

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Ariège

Ax-les-Thermes - Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Ariège
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Nestling in the heart of the Pyrenees in the Ariège upper valley at an altitude of 720 metres is the spa resort of Ax-les-Thermes that boasts three water-cure establishments specialising in the treatment of rheumatisms and respiratory problems.

Ax-le-Thermes also has a recreational spa, Les Bains du Couloubret, where relaxation and well-being are on the agenda in a setting reminiscent of Ancient Rome.

A trail through the old town with 14 interpretation panels is a good way to explore Ax-les-Thermes's history and architecture. The tour takes in the Bassin des Ladres, a natural pool of hot sulphurous water, the Thermes (thermal baths), the belle-époque Casino, pretty streets and fountains.

Not to be missed nearby is the scenic Orlu valley with its little villages, Maison des Loups wolf park, and national wildlife reserve (Réserve Nationale de Faune Sauvage), a lovely place to go walking.

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Ax-les-Thermes

A collection attributed to the pre-Roman times was discovered near the property of Couloubret, which go far back in time vocation resort of the city. The development of the town of Ax began in 1241. The Count of Foix, Roger 9th built a leper hospital and the Basin Ladres in 1260. The Society of Thermal was created in 1879. The station Ax-les-Thermes is approved for the treatment of rheumatism and sequelae of trauma and the treatment of respiratory tract (Pulmonology-ENT).

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Bassin of the Ladres
Bassin of the Ladres
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Source of cannons (71 °)
Source of cannons (71 °)
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Plateau of Beille
Plateau of Beille
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Departure from Ax Gondola
Departure from Ax Gondola
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Casino
Casino
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Bassin of the Basses
Bassin of the Basses
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Pic de la Grave and waterfalls
Pic de la Grave and waterfalls
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Statue of the park of the town hall
Statue of the park of the town hall
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Bassin of the Ladres
Bassin of the Ladres
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Typical facades
Typical facades
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Church of Saint Jerome
Church of Saint Jerome
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Casino of Ax-les-Thermes
Casino of Ax-les-Thermes
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Plateau of Bonascre
Plateau of Bonascre
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Cable car Bonascre / Saquet
Cable car Bonascre / Saquet
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Statue Tour
Statue Tour
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Dent and Porteil d'Orlu
Dent and Porteil d'Orlu
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Gondola to reach the ski resort Ax 3 Domaines
Gondola to reach the ski resort Ax 3 Domaines
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Ax-les-Thermes
Ax-les-Thermes
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