The 10 Best Things to do Good for Couples in Aude, Occitanie

October 20, 2021 Giuseppe Pratt

Discover the best top things to do in Aude, France including O'Vineyards, Chateau de Paraza, Cathedrale St-Just, Abbaye de Fontfroide, Eglise Saint-Nazaire, Cathar Castles, Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne, Chateau Comtal, Chateau et Remparts de la Cite de Carcassonne, Chateau de Peyrepertuse.
Restaurants in Aude

1. O'Vineyards

885 avenue de la Montagne Noire Northern Arrondissement of Carcassonne, 11620 Villemoustaussou, Carcassonne France +33 6 30 18 99 10 [email protected] http://ovineyards.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 563 reviews

O'Vineyards

WINERY TOUR and WINE TASTING with the WINEMAKER himself! No snobs allowed!... You can walk around the winery and learn how we make our wines, all with a glass in your hand... BUY our FINE WINES to go or have them shipped direct to you. STAY with us in our luxurious double room, Breakfast included. Fine Wines, Delicious meals, Fabulous views, Rooms in the middle of the vines! Nestled in the vines Domaine O'Vineyards in sight of the Medieval castle ramparts of Carcassonne features gorgeous views of the Black Mountains and the Pyrénées, is about 10 minutes from Carcassonne's airport.

Reviewed By pa0lin01975 - Turin, Italy

We had an excellent experience with Joe e Liz. We really loved their hospitality. They welcomed us in their house, surrounded by vineyards, with a glass of good wine and, above all, with their smiles. The apartment was large clean and well equipped, the night was so quiet.. and the breakfast wonderful! We felt at home during all our stay there and joe and Liz cuddled us and our son.. In the afternoon joe showed us his activity through the vineyards and the cellar and in the evening Liz served us a fabulous dinner! We enjoyed the dinner and the company. We suggest this place to everyone!!! Thank you Liz and Joe Paolo, Barbara e Matteo

2. Chateau de Paraza

1 rue du Viala, 11200 Paraza France http://www.chateau-de-paraza.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 73 reviews

Chateau de Paraza

Reviewed By UnalArzu - The Netherlands, null

We had the opportunity to spend our 5 nights in Château de Paraza which was built between 1612-1615 and which also has a winery. We were so lucky that we were the only guests in there. The owner, Lucille❣️made us feel like as if we actually live in this amazing château. Not only the unique atmosphere of the place but also the generosity, kindness and hospitality of the owners made our stay special. Lucille even took her time to explain all the process of wine production in their winery. We will definitely miss the view of wine yards and the Pyrenees mountains from our room and the main living room, such a delicious breakfast with local products with a unique atmosphere in the dining room and special wines they produce which are ready for you to enjoy in every part of the château. You can also visit their winery for wine tasting. We like most velvet, les baronnies, X and MMV. As a sparkling alternative their cremant is very tasteful as well. They all came with us to home.

3. Cathedrale St-Just

Rue Armand Gauthier, 11100, Narbonne France +33 4 68 32 09 52 http://www.narbonne-tourisme.com/organiser/a-voir-a-faire/118605-cathedrale-saint-just-et-saint-pasteur
Excellent
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4.5 based on 1,106 reviews

Cathedrale St-Just

Reviewed By Hugo929 - Los Angeles, United States

This cathedral joins the one in Siena (Italy) as an example of grandiose but truncated plans. Begun in the 13th century in the prevailing gothic style it has impressive thick columns, beautiful gothic arches and colorful stained glass windows. Built on the site of previous churches, one can find remnants. In the 14th century funds run out, mostly because of a decline of business in Narbonne, so the nave is missing.

4. Abbaye de Fontfroide

Chemin de Fontfroide Rd 613, 11100, Narbonne France +33 4 68 45 11 08 [email protected] http://www.fontfroide.com/
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4.5 based on 2,112 reviews

Abbaye de Fontfroide

Open all year long. Visits, Restaurant, Wines, Concerts...

Reviewed By chaletaria

Beautiful abbey just outside Narbonne (you need transport). In an excellent state of repair and an informative leaflet (although the downloadable PDF is better- available French, English, Spanish). The cloisters are interesting, as are the gardens, but the piece de resistance is the church with its incredible stained glass windows. We came back in the evening to watch the light show (10-midnight). We were concerned that we would just see everything again, but in the evening, but the show was completely different and an excellent evening experience. The beautifully done show in the tour d’honneur/ courtyard (french only) was the highlight, as was a nice light show in the Louis XIV courtyard. Not too expensive (unless you opt for their meal+show, which we didn’t).

5. Eglise Saint-Nazaire

Place Saint-Nazaire La Cité, 11000 Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France http://www.carcassonne.org/carcassonne_en.nsf/vueTitre/DocPatrimoineBasiliqueStNazaire5
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4.5 based on 1,917 reviews

Eglise Saint-Nazaire

Reviewed By PJandSJ - Matlock, United Kingdom

This is an imposing church which exudes a sense of deep history. The stained-glass windows at the altar end of the church – the apse – are beautiful, particularly the two rose windows – one at each end of the transept. I sat there for several minutes gazing at their beauty … and returned two days later to have another look. The windows rivalled anything that I’ve seen on visits to various churches around the world.

6. Cathar Castles

Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France +33 4 68 11 70 72 http://www.audetourisme.com/fr/laissez-vous-seduire/histoire-et-patrimoine/les-chateaux-du-pays-cathare.php
Excellent
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4.5 based on 831 reviews

Cathar Castles

Reviewed By alexanderp982 - Helmsange, Luxembourg

Once you have parked in the village, walked to the entrance and paid the fee (face mask compulsory inside) you then take off your mask for the steepish walk up the hillside paths to reach each of the 4 castle ruins in turn. Allow 2 hours to do the tour. Ticket includes access to viewpoint across the valley which you can then drive to afterwards.

7. Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne

A61 West Sur la Rive droite de l'Aude, 11000 Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France +33 4 68 10 24 30 [email protected] https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/345
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4.5 based on 9,819 reviews

Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne

Reviewed By shonas804 - Auckland, New Zealand

We absolutely loved visiting here. Imagine a real life medieval town, Harry Potter fans would love this place. I loved everything thing about it .... from the cobbled streets, the amazing turrets, to the fantastic shops, the incredible history and being able who walk around in a living city with so much history. The church had gorgeous stained glass windows. Go here, it is amazing!

8. Chateau Comtal

1 rue Viollet le Duc, 11000 Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France +33 4 68 11 70 70 http://www.remparts-carcassonne.fr/en/
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4.5 based on 905 reviews

Chateau Comtal

Reviewed By Karen7 - London, United Kingdom

This well restored castle costs 9 euros to enter plus 3 for an audio guide which is good for English info on the history and events in the castle even though it's amusingly voiced by an Aussie and Irishman acting as the restorer Violet de Duc. You get to walk around so much of the castle and ramparts. We really enjoyed the night lights show too for 13 euros with films and music played on the castle walls. Helps to be fairly mobile though to navigate the various stone staircases

9. Chateau et Remparts de la Cite de Carcassonne

1 rue Viollet le Duc, 11000 Carcassonne Center, Carcassonne France +33 4 68 11 70 70 [email protected] http://www.remparts-carcassonne.fr/en
Excellent
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4.5 based on 6,328 reviews

Chateau et Remparts de la Cite de Carcassonne

Carcassonne was settled as early as the 6th century BC and later became an important Roman town. It was fortified in the 4th century and was a strategic site in the Middle Ages. It took on its definitive shape in the 13th century with the king’s decision to construct the distinctive double-walled ramparts and extend the castle. The city was restored by Viollet-le-Duc in the 19th century and is a testimony to 1,000 years of military architecture and 2,600 years of history. See a 12-minute film combining 3-D images and close-up footage; walk along the galleries, the fortified walls and the north ramparts; discover the museum of masonry and many other attractions. Designated world heritage site by UNESCO. Open: > April to September: from 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. > October to March: from 9.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission 45 minutes before closing time. Closed: > 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 8,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 5,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups

Reviewed By azeemcobb

Carcassonne is an old walled medieval city. If you like history and peace and quiet this city is well worth the visit, Very few cars are allowed in the city, so walking and enjoying the shops and sights is quite enjoyable. Spending a day walking the ramparts and looking at all the ancient artifacts and then enjoying the fine food and drink in the evening is most relaxing and enjoyable.

10. Chateau de Peyrepertuse

Route du chateau, 11350 Duilhac-sous-Peyrepertuse France +33 4 30 37 00 77 [email protected] http://www.peyrepertuse.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 974 reviews

Chateau de Peyrepertuse

Reviewed By SuzInDenver - Denver, United States

It’s a short trek to the rocky top but it totally pays off. There are lots of the castle ruins to explore plus 360 gorgeous views in several spots. Take water and a snack. It was really windy at the top so not the best for a full on picnic. There is an entrance fee, but we thought it was worth it.

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