Camon

Camon

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Camon		Sonnac-sur-l'Hers at 4 km (4 min)
Insee code	09074		Lagarde at 5.1 km (5 min)
Postcode	09500		Belloc at 5.4 km (6 min)
Latitude	43.0218810		Tréziers at 7 km (8 min)
Longitude	1.9662450		Chalabre at 7.6 km (9 min)
Altitude	From 326 to 582 meters		Roumengoux at 8.1 km (8 min)
Surface	10.25 km²		Saint-Quentin-la-Tour at 8.6 km (9 min)
Population	162 inhabitants		Moulin-Neuf at 8.8 km (9 min)
Density	15 inhabitants/km²		Montjardin at 9.3 km (11 min)
National label			La Bastide-de-Bousignac at 9.3 km (9 min)
Chief town	Foix (at 44 km, 48 min)		Corbières at 9.8 km (11 min)
Department	Ariège		Léran at 10.1 km (11 min)
Region	Midi-Pyrénées		Search another town

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Camon lies on the edge of the Ariege and Aude, in the valley of the Hers.

A peculiarity of the village is noted Camon is nicknamed 'the village with a hundred roses' in fact the streets of this fortified village s'embaument and color in the spring ... The roses were once used as indicators of health by the tenants.

• A Benedictine abbey was founded here in the 10th century, it will become over the centuries a fortified priory. Today, the ramparts, the church and the abbey is offered to you on a guided tour departing from the tourist office (a tour of the village and abbey - duration 1hr - booking advised off-season).
• The wine tradition has left a legacy of building dry stone huts called. An exit theme accompanied by a guide from the tourist office you can discover this small rural heritage, the flora of the hills, and understand the Country with a view (2:30 length, 150 m altitude, exit accessible anyone good road, booking advised). Information: +33 5 61 68 88 26 or ot@camon09.org

• In the month of May, Camon celebrates its flower ... The Feast of Roses.
• In summer, activities enrich life of Camon: the Bal'ânes to Cab'ânes, the village festival, storytelling or concert in the church ... Inquiries +33 5 61 68 88 26 or +33 5 61 68 12 07.

• The medieval castle town of Mirepoix.
• The cave church of Vals.
• Locks Lagarde Chalabre, or Puivert Montsegur.
• Green Lane, a former railroad line that is now built for hikers, mountain bikers and horsemen (axis-Mirepoix-Chalabre Lavelanet).
• Lake Montbel offers the joys of sailing practice.

Camon at the foot of the Pyrenees		The Village of a Hundred Roses
The Upper House, former watchtower of walls		The cloister of the Abbey
A Cabin drystone		The Pyramidal orchid, one of many orchids to observe

Monday 13 February Day Night Min. -8°C - Max. -1°C

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. -2°C - Max. 1°C

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. -1°C - Max. 7°C

Auberge Montplaisir Bram Restaurant motel road park trees 600 metres canal du Midi between Carcassonne and castelnaudary. Located 30 km from Camon From 10 € to 15 € per person

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Mi-René Gîte et Chambres d'Hôtes     9.6 Lagarde If you want to discover an unexpectedly enchanting country full of historical richness and natural beauty; if you want to be hosted and cherished by real followers of hospitality in... Located 4.1 km from Camon From 60 € to 75 € the double room

LaPourcatiero     10 Lignairolles Come and meet the perfect, climbed the pog of Montsegur or 225 Cathars were burned. Walk in the city of carcassonneet découvreé history of the crusade Albigeois. Apres your ascapade,... Located 8.7 km from Camon From 80 € to 110 € 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 11.6 km from Camon 48 € the double room

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Maison Syrah au Domaine de La Flotte Sonnac-sur-l'Hers Maison Syrah is the biggest house of 4 (total sleeps: 22) situated at this domaine of 40 ha. It is very well suitable for holidays, conferences, meetings, workshops, etc. Description:... Located 4.9 km from Camon From 700 € to 1200 € per week

TERRES de barrejat Mirepoix In their old farm in the heart of Cathar Pyrenees Nadine and Stéphane welcome you in charming cottage... Located 8.9 km from Camon From 420 € to 850 € per week

Apartment for 5 persons   10 Mirepoix In the center of Mirepoix, apartment on the second floor of 120 m², overlooking the square, terrace with barbecue. Located 10.5 km from Camon From 300 € to 340 € per week

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Le roc del rey     8.8 Belloc Our Quality Camping labeled Europe, welcomes you in a wilderness setting, nestled in an oak grove where you can enjoy exceptional views over the surrounding countryside and the Pyrenees... Located 3.6 km from Camon From 7.80 € to 9 € per day

Camping Val d'Aleth     8.8 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 24 km from Camon 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 26 km from Camon From 19 € to 36 € per day

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Camping De La Besse     8.5 Camon Set in a 130-hectare park overlooking the Pyrenees Mountains, this campsite features an outdoor pool and tennis court. There is a farm selling local products from the Cathar Country... Located in Camon Room from 25 €

Hôtel De France      7.5 Chalabre Located between the departments of Aude and Ariège, on the road of Cathar castles, this traditional hotel equipped with modern comfort welcomes you in a warm setting for a weekend break... Located 5.5 km from Camon Room from 43 €

Hôtel Les Minotiers      8.5 Mirepoix The Hotel-Restaurant Les Minotiers is situated in walking distance to the mediaeval square of Mirepoix and close to the most prestigious sites of the region of Ariége. All of the rooms... Located 10.3 km from Camon Room from 51 €

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