The Aude is one of the most beautiful areas of France, located in the picturesque Southern region of Languedoc Roussillion.
The Languedoc Roussillon region lies just south of Toulouse in Southern France. Its an area of truly outstanding beauty. Within the regions boundaries there are a wealth of activities to enjoy and languedoc roussillon places to visit, including Carcassonne, Perpignan and languedoc roussillon the capital Montpellier.
Aude has a population of around three hundred thousand people and languedoc roussillon represents close to fifteen percent of the population of Languedoc.
If you're looking for somewhere in the South of France to spend a peaceful and languedoc roussillon relaxed vacation, Aude is the truly idyllic place you've been looking for. Offering easy access to the Mediterranean coast and languedoc roussillon to the Pyrenean mountains, you have the choice between peace and languedoc roussillon tranquillity, and languedoc roussillon for the more energetic, skiing is an option or why not try a spot of sun bathing by the Med. You really are spoilt for choice.
The Aude region is famous for "Les Chateaux Du Pays Cathare" with its local castles, towns and languedoc roussillon villages dating back well over 800 years. Historic towns such as Revel, Mirepoix, Foix, Fanjeaux, Limoux and languedoc roussillon Castres are all well worth a visit, whilst a look round the noted wine regions of the area' Fitou, Corbieres, and languedoc roussillon Minervois are a must, along with of course a spot of wine tasting.
The market town of Castelnaudary is also worth putting on your list of places to visit. The town is famous for its traditional dish known as Cassoulet, which is served in almost every restaurant in town. English TV Chef Rick Stein, visited Castelnaudary when he travelled along the Canal du Midi exploring the local cuisine of the area, he fell in love with the simplicity of Cassoulet.
Two beautiful lakes of note, Lac de la Ganguise and languedoc roussillon the Lac de St Ferreol both have great beaches providing activities for all ages, including walking, sailing and languedoc roussillon mini-golf. 18 Hole courses can be found in Carcassonne, Mazamet and languedoc roussillon near Toulouse.
Mazamet is close to the Black Mountains (La Montagne Noire) to the north east, whilst the Pyrenees are about an hour to the south. Both regions provide the opportunity to take walks of varying degrees of difficulty and languedoc roussillon also offer great routes for the cycling enthusiast.
The Pyrenees boast a number of ski resorts which during the winter months offer great skiing for all levels, whilst Axe le Therme also caters for all levels of skiers and languedoc roussillon is a beautiful place to visit at any time of the year.
Aude really does have something for every one looking to enjoy a beautiful holiday in France. Whether you're looking for peaceful tranquility or the thrill of the ski slopes, horse riding or cycling, or you just want to sample some great food or wine tasting, you'll never be short of things to try in Aude.
