Ax-les-Thermes

Ax-les-Thermes

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TownAx-les-ThermesSavignac-les-Ormeaux at 2.4 km (3 min)
Insee code09032Orgeix at 3.5 km (6 min)
Postcode09110Vaychis at 4.5 km (6 min)
Latitude42.7202540Ascou at 5.2 km (7 min)
Longitude1.8375450Tignac at 5.4 km (7 min)
AltitudeFrom 697 to 2411 metersIgnaux at 6.7 km (12 min)
Surface30.26 km²Perles-et-Castelet at 7.2 km (8 min)
Population1467 inhabitantsLuzenac at 9 km (9 min)
Density51 inhabitants/km²Unac at 9 km (10 min)
National labelsGaranou at 10.6 km (11 min)
Chief townFoix (at 43 km, 40 min)Lassur at 11.4 km (11 min)
DepartmentAriègeVernaux at 11.7 km (13 min)
RegionMidi-PyrénéesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

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).


SIGHTSEEING
  • The Spa.
  • With its 80 kilometers of ski runs, the resort of Ax 3 Domaines, the slide is for all three areas with varied qualities: Bonascre (1400/2000 m), an area ideal for discovering the joys of sliding safely; The Saquet (1900/2300 m), birthplace of the station offering the best skiing and Campels (1700/2400 m) with its large spaces. Connection by cable car in less than 10 minutes to the village Ax-les-Thermes.
  • Gondolas running winter and from July to September.
  • Channel ATV / FFC - Miniature Golf - Swimming Pool Outdoor - Fishing - Rock Climbing - Climbing - Mini dévalkart and grass scooter - pony rides - Tennis outdoor and covered in dirt.
  • The House Curiste organizes activities: storytelling evenings, conferences, discovery ariégeois heritage, sightseeing, relaxation therapy, yoga ... Children's Home for spa, for children 4 to 17 years.
  • Casino with slot machines.
  • Cinema.
  • Bridge Club, Scrabble, board games ...
Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Ax-les-Thermes
Information pointsTourist Office of Ax-les-Thermes
Leisure centresCasino of Ax-les-Thermes

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Market on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturday mornings from June 15 to September 15, Tuesday and Saturday morning the rest of the year.
  • In June: Feast of the Mountain.
  • In June: Fête de la Musique.
  • In June: Feast of St John.
  • July: Festival of highways.
  • In September: Festival of Flavors.
  • Exhibition of paintings in the chapel of Saint Jerome.
  • Shows streets every Wednesday from early July to late August.
  • Animation fishing for children 6 to 12 years in July and August.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Guided tours of the Career of Talc de Trimouns, one of the largest in the world at 1800 m altitude.
  • House of Wolves and Mountain Observatory in Orlu.
  • Eagles Castle Lordat.
  • The dam Laparan (the highest of the Pyrenees).
  • The Romanesque churches Mérens, Unac, Vernal, and Verdun Axiat located on the scenic ledges.
  • The ruins of castles Lordat (specimen of medieval military architecture in the Pyrenees Ariege, which now houses a steal) and Montaillou (control site Cathar).
  • Over 450 km of nature trails, 4 shelters kept.
  • The National Wildlife Orlu: chamois, marmots, ptarmigan, capercaillie, bearded vultures and golden eagles live there in a setting decorated with gentian, mountain lilies, forget-me ...
  • Zip lines, monkey bridges over streams or climbing the Via Ferrata Ironworks Orlu.
  • Transhumance on farmhouses de Beille.
  • Horse riding, climbing, caving, paragliding, canyoning, canoeing, rafting.
  • When the snow comes, downhill ski resorts and Ax 3 Domaines Ascou-Pailhères and northern areas of the Valleys of Ax: Chioula Beille and offer a wide variety of activities. All gliding course, but also discovered snowshoe hikes, discovery of the sled dog rides or just walk ...
PHOTOS
Ladres Basin
 
Typical Facades
Church of Saint Jerome
 
Casino Ax-les-Thermes
Basin Ladres
 
Plateau Bonascre
Gondola Bonascre / Saquet
 
Check gondola Ax
Statue Park Town Hall
 
Tour statues
Casino
 
Basin Bass
Source guns (71 °)
  
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WEATHER
Sunday 3 June
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Min. 10°C - Max. 30°C
Monday 4 June
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Min. 5°C - Max. 19°C
Tuesday 5 June
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Min. 6°C - Max. 23°C
BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La bruyere chez martine    
9.7
Appy
Chez Martine, you will discover the warmth, friendliness, good living in a house of character situated in a small mountain village. Another way to discover France the 'Bed & Breakfast'...
Located 11.5 km from Ax-les-Thermes48 € the double room 
Bienvenue au bord de l'Hers    
9.4
Lesparrou
3 guest rooms and cottages with pool in a large park between forest and mountain at 450 m altitude in the Ariège Pyrenees on the way to Montsegur Cathars-Foix-Roquefixade. Andorra at...
Located 24 km from Ax-les-ThermesFrom 48 € to 370 € the double room 
Auberge Cal Xandera    
9.7
Angoustrine-Villeneuve-des-Escaldes
A 18th century farm in the heart Angoustrine the Catalan Pyrenees. For a quiet, simple getaway or seasonal vacation, Jean-marc and Flora welcome you and offer you the comforts of individually...
Located 27 km from Ax-les-Thermes62 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Studio mezzanine deco chalet
Ax-les-Thermes
- For spa guests 550 € 3 weeks off in February. 3 rd floor with asenceur. 140 bed on the mezzanine. Place a cot. Located within walking distance of thermal and mechanical back in the...
Located in Ax-les-ThermesFrom 250 € to 390 € per week 
Apt T3 de 85 m² dans villa avec jardin  
9.6
Ax-les-Thermes
Rent 3 rooms apartment in villa with garden: living room with a double sofa bed table chairs HD plasma TV with DVD player cd. Sfr wifi internet access. Only tenant in the house Coecilia...
Located in Ax-les-ThermesFrom 250 € to 450 € per week 
Location Ax les thermes
Ax-les-Thermes
Studio floor in quiet building, close to downtown. Equipped kitchen, microwave, dishwasher, living room, TV, terrace, bathroom, toilet, washing machine, sofa bed, bunk beds. Electric...
Located in Ax-les-ThermesFrom 250 € to 350 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Sunêlia Le Malazéou  
Ax-les-Thermes
At 700 meters at the entrance to the resort of Ax-Les-Thermes in the Ariège, the campsite Sunêlia The Malazéou open all year except in November, on a site of six hectares hilly and...
Located in Ax-les-ThermesFrom 16.50 € to 26 € per day 

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HOTELS
Domaine de la Vallée d'Ax     
8.2
Ax-les-Thermes
Located in Ax-les-Thermes, this residence is just 20 km from Andorra. It offers modern studios and apartments, and free on-site parking. A balcony with mountain views, a flat-screen...
Located in Ax-les-ThermesRoom from 28 €
Résidence des Hauts Plateaux    
8.8
Ax-les-Thermes
Located at the foot of the Bonascre slopes in Ax Les Thermes, 30 metres from the cable car and with easy access to Saquet and Campels ski resorts, this residence offers a heated indoor...
Located in Ax-les-ThermesRoom from 30 €
Résidence Privilège Resorts Les Chalets D'Ax     
7.3
Ax-les-Thermes
This Residence Privilege is located in Ax-Les-Thermes, 800 metres from the town centre and ski lifts. It offers free Wi-Fi (lobby), a fitness centre and outdoor heated swimming pool...
Located in Ax-les-ThermesRoom from 25 €

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