Alet-les-Bains

Alet-les-Bains

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Alet-les-Bains		Luc-sur-Aude at 6.4 km (6 min)
Insee code	11008		Véraza at 6.7 km (8 min)
Postcode	11580		Cournanel at 7.2 km (7 min)
Latitude	42.9950350		Couiza at 7.9 km (8 min)
Longitude	2.2574139		Montazels at 8.9 km (10 min)
Altitude	From 180 to 720 meters		Limoux at 9.1 km (10 min)
Surface	23.54 km²		Terroles at 9.8 km (11 min)
Population	438 inhabitants		Coustaussa at 10.7 km (11 min)
Density	19 inhabitants/km²		Espéraza at 10.7 km (12 min)
National label			Magrie at 11.1 km (12 min)
Chief town	Carcassonne (at 34 km, 41 min)		Antugnac at 11.4 km (12 min)
Department	Aude		Rennes-le-Château at 12.4 km (14 min)
Region	Languedoc-Roussillon		Search another town

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Alet-les-Bains, Aleth ancient city and medieval city, situated in the heart of Cathar country, almost equidistant from the sea and the Pyrenees. Perched on a narrow alluvial plain along the right bank of the lazy river Aude and still angry, the small city two millennia, illuminated by the lavish midday sun, breathes and stirs in a sort of half-sleep rhythm of the seasons.

The small town, enjoying several hot springs, born of the alchemy of permanent waters west slopes of the Corbières plunging into the bowels of the earth, taking care of minerals giving them the virtues of the most healing, brushing his Heart melting calorie loading to stand out providing their warmth to men since time immemorial frequented those places, seems to have been favored by nature, because situated amidst the high hills between the Corbières and peak Brau, she seems to us dressed in a green area and its location midway of the course of the Aude, it lends itself readily to the activities of water sports and outdoor activities.

Still preferred because, despite the inevitable ravages of time, Alet-les-Bains who was yet in his time, a prosperous city at the center of the large Episcopal County Razes, has preserved within its walls, along its narrow streets its picturesque and authentic.

• The ruins of the Abbey - Notre Dame Aleth (ninth, twelfth, 14th century): The City of Aleth taking advantage of shelter within it, the sumptuous and poignant ruins of the Benedictine Abbey of Notre Dame Aleth, founded in 813, and promoted a cathedral in 1318. Multiple elements in its architecture Carolingian, Romanesque and Gothic, it is a delight for lovers of beautiful stones, acclaimed for the Bay of Romance Chapter House and the south facade of the cathedral richly endowed by the "Art of Imagiers.
• A Alet-les-Bains same and along the course of the Aude, sport and outdoor activities and white water (canoeing, rafting).
• Forest acrobatic course.
• Casino (slot machines, roulette, blak-jack ...).

• Water Festival: 2nd weekend of June (Saturday, Sunday).
• Fugue in Aude Roman Festival: special events involving several municipalities, shifting dates in July.
• Local Festival: The weekend of 15 August (Friday, Saturday, Sunday), Belote contest on Thursday.
• Festival International Short Film Cine Sans Filet: 2nd weekend of August (Friday, Saturday, Sunday).

• Within a radius of 50 km around Alet all major Cathar castles, abbeys and several other shrines, many natural sites such as the Gorges de la Pierre-Lys, Galamus Gorges, Gorges of Orbieu, the Peak Bugarach, Mont Tauch Cardou Mount, Mont Alaric, the foothills of the Pyrenees ...
• 12 km south of Alet, the famous village of Rennes-le-Chateau, world famous for the actions of Abbé Saunière, parish priest in the late 19th century because suddenly took a great train of Life was believed to have found a fabulous treasure ...

Alet overview		Half-timbered houses
engraved Beams		Saint Andre
Jewry Street: shop merchant		Maison du Viguier
Street Cadene		Alet night
Beam engraved Seal of Solomon

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. -5°C - Max. 3°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. -3°C - Max. 5°C

Friday 17 February Day Night Min. -2°C - Max. 6°C

La Ferme de Janou   10 Bugarach At the heart of Cathar castles at the foot of the peak Bugarach on our shaded terrace or in our air conditioned room we invite you to browse our local flavor and culinary traditions... Located 15.3 km from Alet-les-Bains From 15 € to 25 € per person

Le sixième sens  SPECIAL OFFER Carcassonne In the heart of the Bastide St-Louis and 5 minutes from the city of Carcassonne, the restaurant on Sixth Sense offers a cozy and trendy place with two rooms with a cellar with stone... Located 25 km from Alet-les-Bains From 20 € to 50 € per person

La bouriette Carcassonne Restaurant La Bouriette Carcassonne welcomes you in a pretty, flowered on a terrace surrounded by oleander - a decorative design to the current colors where you can eat in a nice space... Located 25 km from Alet-les-Bains From 10 € to 25 € per person

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Maison Val d'Aleth     9.1 Alet-les-Bains Come and stay in our old family home in the medieval, spa village of Alet les Bains. Our bedrooms are comfortable and luminous, with private bath/shower rooms and a kettle to make tea,... Located in Alet-les-Bains From 46 € to 58 € the double room

Domaine de Mournac. Demeure de Charme     9.9   SPECIAL OFFER Antugnac Why do not you poseriez your trunks Area of the Mournac? The former diligence dated 13 iem century while stone walls offer a view on the upper valley of the Aude and Pyrenees from the... Located 4.2 km from Alet-les-Bains From 90 € to 128 € the double room

Domaine La Monèze Basse   Limoux Domaine La Monèze Basse, a former wine estate, from the mid-19th century, situated in an oasis of tranquility at the heart of the Cathar Country. This beautiful and rural accommodation... Located 9.3 km from Alet-les-Bains From 65 € to 95 € the double room

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Domaine de mournac   9.6   SPECIAL OFFER Antugnac House of charm, by nature, with swimming pool in the heart of Cathar country, near Limoux, Carcassonne, the Reindeer Chateau. Tout comfort, overlooking the Pyrenees, idyllic! (10pe... Located 4.2 km from Alet-les-Bains From 900 € to 1900 € per week

Maison Loli Montazels This village house, recently renovated, has 2 bedrooms and is an ideal base for exploring the Cathar region. With a living room with balcony tastefully furnished offering spectacular... Located 5.6 km from Alet-les-Bains From 395 € to 595 € per week

Maison de Vigne.   9.2 Montazels The cottage sleeps up to 6 with 2 double bedrooms on the 2nd floor and a twin room at the top. The ground floor lounge, which opens on to the terrace, has an exposed stone arch, comfortable... Located 5.8 km from Alet-les-Bains From 450 € to 725 € per week

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Camping Val d'Aleth     8.8   SPECIAL OFFER Alet-les-Bains A small family campsite with Quality Tourisme, Pays Cathare, Quality South of France recognition. Situated on the banks of the river Aude, in a beautiful medieval village. Only 30 mins... Located in Alet-les-Bains From 15.20 € to 17.50 € per day

Yelloh ! Village Domaine d'Arnauteille     8.7 Montclar Far away from all noise and in the cleanest of air, you will stay on a vast estate, you are invited for a uniquely unforgettable break on a site dedicated to freedom. The Greco Roman... Located 14.7 km from Alet-les-Bains From 19 € to 36 € per day

Camping Le Moulin du Pont d'Alies     8 Axat A campsite on a human scale, nestled in the cool of a wide bend of the Aude with several islands accessible by foot, into the throats of Pierre-Lys, in a preserved and protected, and... Located 20 km from Alet-les-Bains From 13.50 € to 19.50 € per day

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Domaine De Mournac     8.8 Antugnac This bed and breakfast is set in a 13th-century stone house, on 2 acres of parkland. It has an outdoor pool and terrace, with panoramic views of the Aude Valley. The south-facing rooms... Located 4.2 km from Alet-les-Bains Room from 85 €

Château Des Ducs De Joyeuse      8.4 Couiza The Ducs de Joyeuse Castle is located in the heart of the Cathare region. This listed 16th century castle is located on extensive grounds on the banks of the River Aude. With a beautiful... Located 5.8 km from Alet-les-Bains Room from 60 €

Les Arcades      7.9 Limoux This hotel is situated in front of Saint Martin’s Church, 50 meters from River Aude and 1.2 km from Limoux Train Station. It offers bike rental, a garden and guests can visit the wine... Located 7.2 km from Alet-les-Bains Room from 44 €

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