Montlaur
Montlaur
Travel guide and tourist information
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Travel Guide > Towns > Languedoc-Roussillon > Aude > Montlaur| GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION | CLOSEST TOWNS | |||
| Town | Montlaur | Pradelles-en-Val at 5.2 km (6 min) | ||
| Insee code | 11251 | Arquettes-en-Val at 6 km (7 min) | ||
| Postcode | 11220 | Serviès-en-Val at 6.4 km (7 min) | ||
| Latitude | 43.1287380 | Rieux-en-Val at 7.9 km (9 min) | ||
| Longitude | 2.5578730 | Taurize at 8.4 km (9 min) | ||
| Altitude | From 135 to 552 meters | Villetritouls at 9.1 km (10 min) | ||
| Surface | 33.92 km² | Comigne at 9.2 km (11 min) | ||
| Population | 530 inhabitants | Capendu at 9.4 km (11 min) | ||
| Density | 15 inhabitants/km² | Camplong-d'Aude at 9.5 km (10 min) | ||
| Chief town | Carcassonne (at 24 km, 26 min) | Ribaute at 9.9 km (12 min) | ||
| Department | Aude | Labastide-en-Val at 10.2 km (11 min) | ||
| Region | Languedoc-Roussillon | Search another town | ||
| LOCATION |
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| TOWN PRESENTATION |
Joint Township Lagrasse Montlaur is in a pleasant valley at the end of the Val de Dagne, at the foot of Mont Alaric, 24 km from Carcassonne. It is located in the department of Aude, Languedoc-Roussillon and the territory of the Corbières. The village of Montlaur is situated in a valley bounded by mountains to the north and south of Alaric the hill from the shell. The creek runs through the village of mattes and empties into the Orbieu.
Its location, very fortunate, enables its inhabitants as well as holidaymakers take advantage of both the sea in summer (Mediterranean beaches 60 km) from the mountain in winter (100 km), while benefiting from advantages of living in rural areas (peace, nature, space).
Vineyards, forests, moors, fields and rivers make up the hilly surroundings.
The village enjoys a Mediterranean climate and belongs to the second sunniest region of France.
On the hills above the village are: The mills of the Couscouillède Bissat and mills, now converted into houses. These mills are witnesses Bannier abundant grain crops (wheat, rye, oats) before the explosion wine. The castle which there are only a few stones. If the remains of the fortifications of the old fortress are not visible, instead of walk offers panoramic views over the village and the plain shell. The oppidum was built in the 12th century on a steep rock, Pierre Roger, viscount of Beziers. Montlaur is taken by Simon de Montfort in 1210. There are only few remains of walls and door of "Bissen".
On the main square, town hall, rich building built under the third republic, has a fine collection reached with the church and public gardens.
| SIGHTSEEING |
Montlaur offers pleasant walks around and is located in the heart of an area rich in tourist attractions.
Climb to the ruins of the castle via the narrow streets of old town and discover some beautiful panoramic views.
Visit the church of the 14th century (days and hours shown on the small side door).
Horse farm.
| EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS |
Feast of the hike in mid-May, a day touring equestrian, hiking and biking, dinner and a ball.
Music festival in June with an open stage, Boutifanfare, concert, and mouclade wine country ... in the garden.
Flea, 15 August followed by a meal and a dance.
| ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND |
The botanical trail of Alaric stretches 3.5 km between 275 and 350 m above sea level and offers a pleasant walk with great views while enjoying the flora of the region. Two circuits are proposed.
The trail of sculptural Mayronnes for lovers of contemporary art, monumental sculptures scattered along the hiking trail of 5 km.
The trail poetry of Villar-en-Val, where the visitor can read poems and thoughts from Joseph Delteil throughout the shaded path.
Leaving Montlaur the east, it passes through the magnificent gorges Congoust, not to be missed!
A Rieux-en-Val, a magnificent 12th century bridge spanning the Alzou.
Between Montlaur Lagrasse and a footpath leads to the Chapel of Our Lady of Carla, overlooking the valley (1 hour round trip).
The Priory of St. John, former possession Templar, will welcome you with his picnic table built in the ruined walls of the chapel.
Congoust gorges.
The massive hull.
The castle ruins Roquenégade.
Corbières wine tasting.
Numerous hiking trails, horseback riding and mountain biking.
The possibilities of swimming are numerous: natural basins Ribaute, Labastide-en-Val lake Cavayère, sandy beaches between Narbonne and Perpignan ...
Walks, many suitable for all levels: country trails, trails, walking on the hills in the scrubland and forest to discover the local wildlife and vegetation.
Biking, fishing, golf (Carcassonne), canoeing, horseback riding, trial (in Pradelles, open trial courses for beginners).
Lagrasse, one of the most beautiful medieval villages of France, and its abbey founded by Charlemagne.
Saint-Michel de Nahuze, ancient Roman basilica in ruins may be the goal of a beautiful mountain hiking Alaric.
Minerva, a fortified village where the Perfect refused to recant their faith and died while singing at the stake.
Cucugnan, dominated by the castle Quéribus and made famous, and his pastor, by Alphonse Daudet.
Mailhac, excavations have unearthed a site showing an advanced civilization dating back to 7th century BCE.
Carcassonne most comprehensive set of defensive architecture of the Middle Ages, World Heritage Site by UNESCO. July 14, remarkable fireworks and burning of the city.
Narbonne: Christian Roman capital and metropolis. The Archbishops Palace form the Cathedral St Just and St Pasteur a unique architectural ensemble.
Abbey Fontfroide one of the purest masterpieces of Cistercian art of France.
Canal du Midi, a World Heritage by UNESCO. Walks along the towpath lined with old trees or on the navigation channel through organized cruises or hire a boat (not licensed).
Cathar castles: Puivert Quéribus, Terms, and Puilaurens Corbieres, the five "son of Carcassonne" formed line of defense against Aragon. Historical and architectural landmarks, castles mythical "Citadel of vertigo" overlooking the Corbières offer unforgettable views.
Castelnaudary: its mill, its port and of course his "cassoulet".
Wine Route: Visit cellars of Corbières and Minervois wine tasting and original quality.
Caves and sinkholes: the most remarkable caves are dazzling Limousis concretions including a "chandelier aragonite" is the jewel, the chasm Cabrespine and huge underground room of 80 meters square and 220 meters high!
African Reserve Sigean which hosts over 3800 animals in semi-freedom on 300 ha.
Terra Vinea (Portel des Corbières): old gypsum mines cellar converted into galleries monumental 80 meters underground.
Miramont Castle.
Castle-Villerouge Termenès.
Trail Delteil in Villar-en-Val.
Trail sculptural Mayronnes.
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| www.montlaur.info | Common Montlaur |
| RELATED ARTICLES | |
| Aude travel guide | Best places of the Aude |
| Languedoc-Roussillon travel guide | Best places of Languedoc-Roussillon |
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