Montjoie-en-Couserans: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

The bastide of Montjoie-en-Couserans was founded and fortified around its church in the 13th century. Its fortifications were built on an ancient road leading to the Civita of the Consorani, the inhabitants of Saint-Lizier.

Culture and History

The fortified Église fortifiée de l’Assomption bears witness to the religious and defensive history of the Couserans region. Its gable is typical of the late 12th century and is characterised by fortifications.

The Musée Le Naïf exhibits works made exclusively from wood. The Musée Le Naïf offers guided tours with commentary by appointment.

There are also cultural attractions in the wider surrounding region: Villa Chiragan is an ancient site, the ruins of the Abbaye des Salenques are located there, and the Musée Pierre Bayle is also situated in this wider regional area. The Abbaye de Combelongue, which is a church, is also located in the vicinity of Montjoie-en-Couserans.

Activities

The horse-riding activities at Les Crins en Soi Nature Cheval are suitable for all ages and ability levels.

Those who choose Montjoie-en-Couserans as their holiday destination can plan to rent a holiday apartment.

Geographical Location

The site of the former Audinac-les-Bains thermal spa was located at an altitude of around 500 metres in a valley surrounded by wooded hills and covered an area of 16 hectares.

The Grotte du Tuc d'Audoubert, a cave, is located in the immediate vicinity of Montjoie-en-Couserans. The Grotte des Trois Frères and the Grotte de Moulis, both caves, as well as the Table des Trois Seigneurs, a peak, are located in the surrounding area.

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