Discover aude

From the Mediteranean sea to the Pyrenees, the Aude department is a rich blend of landscaped and prestigious sites. Discover the spectacular Cathar castles and the landscapes.

The Minervois and its vineyards are looming over the Aude valley and the Canal du Midi, which passes by the towns of Narbonne and Lézignan-Corbières. In the south of the region there are the ponds of Bages, Sigean, Ayraolle, Salins and Lapalme located near the littoral between the Cabanes de Fleury and Leucate-Plage.

The medieval city of Carcassonne, located in the heart of the Cathar area, is listed as world heritage by UNESCO and is one of the most important medieval fortification in Europe.

With its caves, dolmens and menhirs, the Minervois area has kept traces and mysteries of ancient civilizations.

Le Canal du Midi is a great place for river holidays. City dwellers looking for nature and rest have found their haven along the sunny banks of the canal.

Thing to see on the 'Canal du Midi' is the site called 'Le Pont Rouge', 5 locks allowing the canal to flow over the river.

Located on the side of the Black Mountain, 15 minutes from Carcassonne, the "Gouffre géant de Cabrespine" is a marvel of our natural heritage. The "Balcons du Diable" is a very large room where stalactites and stalagmites are looming over a 250 m deep abyss.