Lagrasse

Lagrasse

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Lagrasse		Ribaute at 3.2 km (7 min)
Insee code	11185		Saint-Pierre-des-Champs at 5 km (10 min)
Postcode	11220		Camplong-d'Aude at 6.5 km (15 min)
Latitude	43.0910820		Caunettes-en-Val at 7.5 km (15 min)
Longitude	2.6170470		Tournissan at 7.7 km (15 min)
Altitude	From 82 to 586 meters		Fabrezan at 9.8 km (20 min)
Surface	32.20 km²		Saint-Martin-des-Puits at 10.1 km (21 min)
Population	601 inhabitants		Mayronnes at 10.2 km (21 min)
Density	19 inhabitants/km²		Rieux-en-Val at 10.7 km (22 min)
National label			Saint-Laurent-de-la-Cabrerisse at 10.9 km (22 min)
Chief town	Carcassonne (at 36 km, 36 min)		Serviès-en-Val at 11.3 km (23 min)
Department	Aude		Talairan at 11.3 km (23 min)
Region	Languedoc-Roussillon		Search another town

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Halfway between Narbonne and Carcassonne, located in the valley of the Orbieu, Lagrasse, one of the "most beautiful villages of France" is characterized by its rich heritage.

The village is connected to the abbey by the Old Bridge retains its medieval charm with its old houses, the hall's central square, the remains of its ramparts, Heritage House, and vibrates around a life intense cultural and festive.

• Abbaye Sainte-Marie:

• The Benedictine Abbey St. Mary's was founded in the 8th century under the protection of Charlemagne, it has grown rapidly thanks to donations from powerful lords, which had long been one of Abbey's most successful South. From the 8th to the 18th century, the 64 abbots who succeeded them participate actively in the political and religious life of the Languedoc and Catalonia. During the Revolution, the monks were driven out, the building is split when it is divided into two distinct parts. Since 2004, the abbey is reborn thanks to a new community of canons regular.
• The Monastery restoration by the Canons Regular of the Mother of God, the convent buildings are spread around the courtyard of a sober classicism, whose red sandstone gives a particularly joyous brilliance. The same style, the cloister of 1760 radiates the majesty, light, space and an amazing serenity, not to be missed! The Gothic church of the 13th century, built on the foundations of a Carolingian basilica, impresses with its outstanding acoustics. The novel opens with a transept of the 11th century. A monumental bell tower, built before 1537 and ended in a crowning octagonal, is 42 meters and occasionally tours are accessed by a spiral staircase: the view is definitely worth climbing the 220 steps! Three Romanesque apses of the 11th century spread their charm on a monastic garden under development, will assess the watchful eye Lombard arches under the tiled roofs. On the course of the visit you will see a stone museum containing the famous capital, decorated with the Master of Cabestany representing Adam and Eve expelled from Paradise, a sarcophagus lid of the 6th century and the capitals of the old Gothic cloisters. Counting 1/2h for free visit.
• Tel: +33 4 68 58 11 50 / Fax: +33 4 68 58 11 52.
• No visible access is through the red sandstone gate on your right.
• June to September: 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. except Thursdays, from October to May: Sunday and holidays 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m..
• Free Children rate, youth 2?? 50 adult 4?? and guided five??.
• Logis abbey and dormitory: The heart of the old house is a rather fanciful garden surrounded by two galleries with columns with Roman capitals, which is a luxury. Above is the abbey church of the late 13th century, frescoed walls and floor covered with a glazed tile variety of patterns (centaurs, deer, men?). New buildings were arranged around the garden, wineries, winery, bakery and a beautiful dormitory. It is 20 minutes for the open house. Tel: +33 4 68 43 15 99. Visit: Door "Entrance of the monument. Opening times vary according to periods. Adult rate 4??, Children 6-15 years: 2.50??. Discover, increase of 1.5?? per person.
• Abbey communicates with the village by two bridges over the Orbieu, including a beautiful saddle from the 11th century.

• Visit a vineyard in the hamlet of Villemagne: in the heart of the Corbières, in a 12th century building (former priory of the abbey of Lagrasse) surrounded by vineyards. Visit vineyards and wineries together with the owners of the domain. Possibility of tasting wine, appetizers and grape juice. The field also includes an exhibition of sculptures, photographs and prehistoric objects found in the vineyards (arrowheads, flint, polished arches ...).

• The first half of August: Banquet Book (for exact dates, check with the Tourist Office).
• Every 3rd Sunday of May, June, July, August and September: Flea market on the Promenade of the village.
• In July: Festival "Les Abracadagrasses.
• Exhibition of painted ceilings (fifteenth century) at the Heritage House.

• Fontfroide Abbey (30 km).
• Castle Terms (20 km).
• Castle Villerouge-Termenès (15 km).
• Walking Theme:

• Path to Mayronnes sculptural.
• Trail poetry (poems and thoughts from Joseph Delteil) Villar-en-Val.

Cellier's vineyard in the hamlet of Villemagne

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

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. -1°C - Max. 6°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 6°C

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 Lagrasse From 10 € 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 Lagrasse From 20 € to 50 € per person

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Le Moulin   Lagrasse XIVth mill on the river Orbieu on an area of 8 ha. A haven of peace in the heart of the Corbières. Nearby abbeys, Cathar castles, hiking trails and vineyards. Located in Lagrasse From 60 € to 70 € the double room

La Fargo     9.3 Lagrasse In the heart of Cathar Country, close to one of the most stunning medieval villages in the south of France, lies La Fargo, surrounded by a typically Mediterranean landscape with vines... Located in Lagrasse From 80 € to 140 € the double room

L'ancienne épicerie de Lili   Pradelles-en-Val In an ancient village store, we welcome you in a warm and relaxed. Located 10.3 km from Lagrasse From 55 € to 80 € the double room

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Le petit gite de la riviere   9.1   SPECIAL OFFER Lagrasse Lagrasse is considered as one of the most beautiful village of France with his paved streets, his stone bridge and his abbey, classified as Historic Monument´. The ´Chanoines´ live... Located in Lagrasse From 300 € to 450 € per week

Le gite de la riviere  SPECIAL OFFER Lagrasse Lagrasse is considered as one of the most beautiful villages of France with its paved streets, its stone bridge and its abbey, classified as ´Historic Monument´. The ´Chanoines´ live... Located in Lagrasse From 500 € to 650 € per week

Les Villas Romarins : bellevue et romarin   8.4   SPECIAL OFFER Lagrasse In the heart of Corbières, on the road of the Cathar castles and the good wines, the gîte ´Panorama´ and ' Romarin wait you on the top of Lagrasse. Medieval, classified being one of... Located in Lagrasse From 600 € to 800 € per week

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Camping la pinede     8 Lézignan-Corbières This family campsite, three and a half hectares, welcomes you with sympathy, only 500 m from the center of Lézignan, on the edge of a fragrant pine forest, where you can enjoy a well... Located 16.7 km from Lagrasse From 13.50 € to 17.20 € per day

Camping la peiriere     8.4 Tuchan Islands of greenery in the middle of the country cathare with a user-friendliness vigneronne ensured, 78 sites of camp-site, its mobil homes, its country cottages: completely shaded,... Located 24 km from Lagrasse 17 € per day

Le Moulin de Sainte Anne   Villegly Located 12 km north of Carcassonne, 6 km from the Canal du Midi and from hiking trails and mountain biking. In lush vineyards, garrigues and pine forests, you will find 43 deluxe pitches,... Located 26 km from Lagrasse From 15 € to 26 € per day

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Hostellerie Des Corbieres     7.9 Lagrasse Hostellerie Des Corbieres is located near the medieval streets of Lagrasse in the Languedoc-Roussillon region. It offers panoramic views of the Corbieres vineyards. Each of the guest... Located in Lagrasse Room from 70 €

La Fargo      9.1 Saint-Pierre-des-Champs ... Located 3.7 km from Lagrasse Room from 95 €

Chambre et table d'hôtes le Roc sur l'Orbieu     8.8 Saint-Pierre-des-Champs Le Roc sur l'Orbieu is situated in a medieval castle in the Corbières wine region. Set in a small flowered garden, this bed and breakfast has an outdoor pool with a terrace. Each guest... Located 3.9 km from Lagrasse Room from 73 €

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