Cathar Castles
- The Cathar religion has left a fabulous legacy of historic castles which are all open to the public
- Day trips can be arranged to visit the best examples
Traine Jeaune
- The world famous “Little Yellow Train” passes close by on it’s travels from Villefranche to the Basse Cerdagne
- View the Tet river valley gorge from open carriages
- Visit Villeranche, an ancient fortified town with a fascinating history and Fort Liberia
- Walk the Caranca gorge from one of the trains many stations & follow it up with a thermal spa at St Thomas le Bain
Thermal Spa’s
- There is a choice of natural thermal spa’s within 20mins of Les Angles
- Sit outside, summer or winter, or inside enjoying the pleasures of a hamman or jacuzzi
- The spa at Bain de Llo is also at the base of a popular via ferrata
Vineyards
- A revolution amongst wine producers has recently taken place in this region and our local wines are now highly regarded
- Visit a selection of vineyards on an accompanied trip and sample their wares
- Sample the “vin primeur” week each October. (Superb)
- Choice of wine areas – Limoulx sparkling – Fitou/Corbiere Red – Rivesalte Sweet White & Red
Combine this day with a visit to a Cathar castle
Swimming
- Indoor pool in Les Angles
- Outdoor pool with superb views near Lac Matermale
- Natural swimming sites are also available locally
Painting
- Any artist could not fail to be inspired by the fantastic scenery of the Pyrenees Catalan
- Your host is a keen painter of water colours and will be pleased to suggest suitable locations