Our desires for nature, escape, novelties, delirious moments, freedom, moments of life, we have grouped them here. Each of our adventurers, narrates, in these stories, the adventure he lived in Ariège Pyrenees. Adventure by bike, trail, on horseback, in a cave, in the air, in a refuge, in a tent, in a bubble ... they have disseminated throughout their stories what they preferred in their adventure, the best moments, good restaurants, pretty hikes, beautiful views, and amazing tips. Let yourself be inspired by Caroline, Julie, Roxane, Magda, David ...
Cycling & mountain biking
Ariège by road bike: 5 essential passes in the Pyrenees!
It's no secret but every cyclist dreams of climbing a pass by being alone on the road in order to savor each switchback by adapting its trajectory, enjoying the landscape and above all, sweating in safety and without stressing about being surprised by a crazy car. This dream, I have been able to realize it on several occasions, […]
Hiking & Trail
Picnic with friends at the Cirque de Cagateille
With a friend, we were looking for a not too long hike with an incredible picnic spot. After very short research, the circus of Cagateille imposed itself on us. Seeing the splendid photos on the networks we wanted to see the 2nd circus of the Pyrenees with our own eyes! […]
Hiking & Trail
The Ariège des Sommets: 5 sporty ascents to do absolutely
The Ariège peaks, for me, are not a discovery. I had already lined up some of them in the past, notably during my crossing of the Pyrenees in 2002, and I therefore already knew their intensely demanding nature. central Pyrenees, it would be a shame […]
Heritage & Visits
Dive into history in the Couserans
“Take good shoes, a picnic and join me! I'm taking you to the Couserans", it is with this message to Roxane, my hiking buddy, that this Sunday at the beginning of July began. I particularly like the Couserans, the westernmost part of the department! So as soon as I have some time (this […]
Heritage & Visits
A family day out in Orlu
As a child, I spent all my vacations in Georgia and Armenia. There, wolves are considered noble animals. They are called "doctors of the forest" because they participate in the conservation of the natural balance by feeding on certain species. The wolf cleans the forest and without it, the ecosystem would be totally different! […]
Hiking & Trail
4 days on the GR107
When I was offered, as summer approached, to do a solitary roaming on 4 stages of the Chemin des Bonshommes (GR107) in Ariège, it was without thinking that I packed my backpack and my equipment to explore these landscapes that were still unknown to me. So it's all excited and eager to start […]
Nature & Contemplation
Discovering the bowels of the earth
The department of Ariège is rich in adventures! But did you know that in addition to its activities in the water or in the air, you can also go underground? Indeed, the network of the department is gigantic! There are a thousand and one caves to explore. And what could be better than a caving trip with a pro to […]
Nature & Contemplation
The good plans of the lake of Montbel
What's not to love about Montbel Lake? This large expanse of turquoise waters is a delight for young and old alike, whether you are a fan of swimming, water activities of all kinds, mountain biking, running, picnicking, fishing, mushrooms or just idleness and beautiful landscapes! On the Ariège side, the lake is […]
Nature & Contemplation
With the family at the Rhule refuge
The Rulhe refuge is a must for Ariège refuges! At 2185 meters above sea level, its location makes it accessible with only 2 hours of walking to reach it. And what a spectacular view! Throughout the hike, we are in awe of the peaks and the landscapes that stretch out before our eyes. It has been several years […]
Bivouac with the family at the ponds of Rabassoles
Thirst for nature, escape, thirst for adventure! In Ariège Pyrénées, the word "freedom" takes on its full meaning ❤️ White gives way to green! The snow has melted, spring is here! The green colors are predominant and the yellow of the daffodils, the brilliant blue of the sky come to perfect this natural decoration […]
Hiking & Trail
Ariège roaming, 6 days on the GR 107
In love with wild spaces and great hiking routes, I walked 6 days on the Chemin des Bonshommes in the heart of the Ariège Pyrenees ⛰️. This walking route is made for you if you like preserved spaces and the Middle Ages because it offers a very emblematic part of the Cathar history of the region. ?️ Day […]
Nature & Contemplation
5 days of roadtrip by van in Ariège
For too long, the Pyrenees have been calling us. They scream freedom, road trip and wide open spaces. So, it is without hesitation that we start Léon, our house on wheels for almost 3 years, towards our next adventure: Ariège, here we are. Through the motorhome window, the landscapes pass by and slowly gain height. The […]
Lifestyle
Dolce Vita at Carla Bayle
Like an air of Tuscany… Perched on its rocky promontory, the medieval bastide of Carla-Bayle offers visitors a dream panorama of the neighboring valleys with the Pyrenees as a backdrop, reminiscent of this famous Italian region. Stroll among the half-timbered houses of the village, admire the sunset […]
Nature & Contemplation
Roquefort-les-cascades
To make the most of the beautiful days of late spring, we decided to go to the little “Ariège Amazon”; direction Roquefort-les-cascades! A place that we both wanted to discover for a long time, and which won us over with its accessibility, its bucolic atmosphere, its exceptional natural setting. In short, a […]
Cycling & mountain biking
Downhill mountain biking at the Ax-3-domains Bike Park
Today I'm taking you to the summer slopes of the Ax-3-domaines resort to fill up on sensations! Practicing mountain biking in XC or all Mountain version for ten years, here I am decided to try downhill or mountain biking DH. I go riding with my darling and 2 friends of his, who […]
Cycling & mountain biking
The Cathar Pyrenees greenway by electric bike
What is the green lane? The Cathar Pyrenees greenway is above all the story of the railway and the industrialization of Ariège. From 1903, this railway line was put into service to link the Hers valley, industrialized, to Pamiers and Bram, which are connected to the main tracks […]
Hiking & Trail
Night in the highest refuge of Ariège
The highest and most demanding refuge in Ariège is that of Fourcat! Culminating at 2m, it takes about 445 hours of walking with a good mountain foot? and an elevation gain of 6 m. At the end of June, here I am engaged in my first solo climb to the Fourcat refuge! An unforgettable adventure engraved […]
Hiking & Trail
The Tour des Pérics in duo
In June 2020, we decided to leave at 2, roaming on hiking trails and in semi-autonomy. All this in the Pyrenees! We thought for a moment about what we wanted to do as a roaming trip: part of the GR10, part of the chemin des bonshommes. Then finally we turned to the Tour […]
Cycling & mountain biking
Mountain bike tour of Lake Montbel
Last summer, we Ariège, we chose to spend a weekend in Ariège, a few kilometers from our house. In the program ? Bivouac, mountain biking, horseback riding in Montbel! The wind was very present that weekend, instead of sailing a catamaran, we chose to have fun mountain biking on the tour of the […]
Nature & Contemplation
Marvel at the extraordinary garden in Lieurac
It's summer, you're on vacation with your family and today you want a day where you take your time, where you stroll, where you are amazed, where you are surprised. A day where we leave room for reverie and poetry. A day that is full of moments that we share together. […]
Heritage & Visits
The Prehistory Park with the family
The Prehistory Park in Tarascon-sur-Ariège is a 13 hectare park dedicated to families and located in the heart of lush greenery at the gateway to the high mountains of Ariège. There, we took a wonderful leap into the past, a real journey through time to learn about the daily life of our Magdalenian ancestors […]
Heritage & Visits
The Trimouns talc quarry: a fascinating discovery
Today I am telling you about a surprising place: the talc quarry of Trimouns in Luzenac in the Ariège Pyrenees, very close to Ax-les-Thermes. After having surveyed a winding road in the green landscape of nature, stands before us a completely different panorama: a stunning and grandiose view of the open-air quarry. One would say a […]
Heritage & Visits
Conquer the castle of Foix!
You know the rhyme of course? Today I take you to the alleys of Foix, for a walk in the shade of the beautiful stones of the count's city on the occasion of the reopening of an emblematic site known to all: the Château de Foix. We never tire of strolling hand in hand in the cobbled, shaded alleys […]
Outdoor & Sensations
Adventure course in Ariège, between via ferrata and tree climbing
From the peaks of the Pyrenees to the tumultuous waters of the rivers, Ariège is a suitable territory for indulging in multiple outdoor activities. Paragliding, canyoning, hiking and rafting are well known activities. Others combine several disciplines to compose unique adventure courses. This is the case of the Roc Aventure offered by Horizon Vertical next to […]
Kick of ❤️
Heritage & Visits
Explore the Ariège through its mystical legends
They are mysterious, enchanting, astonishing and legendary our lands in Ariège… The places are full of stories to enrich the imagination of all. From witches to elves and monsters, each place holds a secret passed down in the streets of villages by the elders, from generation to generation… Here is a selection of mythical and mystical legends […]
Lifestyle
Deer slab at the Marrous pass
If when I tell you autumn you think: Back to school, rain, gray ... then you live far from Ariège! For us, autumn is like in Canada, it's the Indian summer with mild temperatures and magnificent colors… And then here, every year between the end of September and the beginning of October, an event takes place in which you [… ]
Lifestyle
Formerly the Couserans, a live show
The first weekend of August we booked a weekend in the Couserans to go to Autrefois le Couserans! For several years now, we have heard about the Old Couserans, a great manifestation of rural traditions, farm life and ancestral know-how that takes place in Saint-Girons in Ariège. The time machine […]
With family ?
Hiking & Trail
My ideas for walks to do with little bits
Children still young but want to hike anyway? In Ariège, this is not incompatible! I give you here some cool ideas for walks to do with the family, with toddlers. From the walk that leads to a lake, to the one that leads to a point of view, the Ariège will delight all mountain lovers, even very young! […]
Kick of ❤️
Hiking & Trail
Adventure on the Tour du Biros
The Tour du Biros is a country hiking trail (GRP). This route takes sections of the GR10 and allows a gentle initiation into the practice of hiking in the Pyrenees, taking advantage of the magnificent landscapes of Ariège and astonishing discoveries linked to the mining history of the region. We are […]
Heritage & Visits
Top 3 things to do when it rains
It is raining ? Don't panic, Ariège is an extraordinary playground for long days of rain! This is the opportunity to experience moments you would never have thought of! And I'm nice, I give you all my tips here! To rush into an UNDERGROUND cave or river It seems logical: given the number of caves […]
Nature & Contemplation
The castle of Roquefixade, a timeless spot
There are places like that where you can go back as many times as you want, it will always be a discovery that touches your heart. Roquefixade is a place that is both soothing and mysterious, to see all year round, early in the morning or late at night. Nor quite the […]
Outdoor & Sensations
5 Days of riding on the Grande Traversée MTB Ariège Pyrénées
This project has been tickling my calves for a long time because I loooooooove mountain biking! 5 days of riding from the Ariège Pyrenees to the Couserans with the Pyrenees in the background, it really makes you want it! I had never before tried the experience of roaming over 5 days on the Grande Traversée VTT, so I suggested […]
Nature & Contemplation
Road trip in the heart of the Cathar Pyrenees
The Ariège and its sublime roads lend themselves to quiet car rides criss-crossing its hairpin bends, its peaks and small paths... And when the irresistible urge to hit the road to enjoy the beautiful summer days strikes, you must not let it slip away! That's why one fine morning with Juliette we took the […]
Hiking & Trail
Etang d'Appy: the hike that makes you happy!
It's been several days that a great desire for hiking in the mountains made my legs tingle… Here, in Ariège, the hardest thing is above all to choose as there are so many possibilities, each more tempting than the other. 😁 That weekend; our state of form being really not guaranteed, we choose to go to the pond of Appy […]
Outdoor & Sensations
Hiking in winter in the Ariège Pyrenees: the rock of Scaramus
Winter is a good season to discover the mountain in a different light. The snowpack makes some places less accessible without equipment, so you have to put on snowshoes to go on an adventure in wild places. The rock of Scaramus is a known summit of the Ariège Pyrenees, it is possible to go out accompanied by a guide during a […]
Nature & Contemplation
Discover the treasures of the Orlu national reserve in Ariège
In the sumptuous landscapes of the Ariège Pyrenees hide priceless treasures. They respond to funny names that intrigue me: chamois, desman, tetra lyre or bearded vulture. These animals, coveted and threatened, must be protected. Sanctuary places exist to allow them to flourish and see their population grow. Near Ax les Thermes, […]
