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Chalabre, Capital Of Quercorb.
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| | | Chalabre, capital of Quercorb, conceals treasures both historical and architectural. It is an ancient bastide which still preserves half-timbered houses as well as castles. The village is crossed by three rivers: Hers, Chalabreil and Blau.
Prices from € 50 to € 100 /room/night, Open All Year, Evening Meal Available, English & French spoken, | | | | | Overview | | | Chalabre, capital of Quercorb, conceals treasures both historical and architectural. It is an ancient bastide which still preserves half-timbered houses as well as castles. The village is crossed by three rivers: Hers, Chalabreil and Blau. | | | Accommodation | | | There are three large rooms which can sleep up to 14 people. | | | | The Bluetits | Sleeps 2 to 4; €50 - €80 / room / night | |  | A delightful room based on the theme of 'Bluetits' | | | |
| The Chaffinches | Sleeps 2 to 4; €50 - €80 / room / night | |  | A lerge warmly decorated room. | | | |
| THE SPARROWHAWK | Sleeps 4 to 6; €100 - €150 / room / night | |  | The Sparrowhalk is a small aprtment and therefore gives you a bedroom and lounge. | | | |
| | | Facilities | | | | Open All YearEvening Meal AvailableEnglish & French spokenGardenParking | | | The Area | | | In the village, you can follow the circuit " Il était une fois Chalabre" which will encourage you to share a little of our history. The castle offers great activities during summer. For a lazy afternoon amongst friends nothing stops you from taking advantage of the Pétanque pitches.
The village is located in the centre of Cathar Country, an area which is part of the intrigue in the book " Da Vinci Code". From Chalabre, you are about 1 hour from the ski slopes of the Monts d'Olmes and also from Montségur's castle set in the Pyrénées | | | Things To Do | | Lake Montbel, where you can swim and sail is only 4 kms away, and also one of the biggest artificial lakes in Europe. For the more sporty mountain biking and hiking await you.
The other famous castle, at Puivert is where Roman Polanski filmed a scene for" The Ninth Gate ". Puivert also possesses a lake, very pleasant in the summer. While in Puivert take time to visit the museum. For the lovers of strong sensations, there is a gliders club which can organise flights above the village, for non-flyers and the experienced alike.
Not very far from Puivert, towards Nébias, nature lovers can get lost in the labyrinth made with greenery, highly entertaining...
Still on the nature trail, discover the charm of Lombrives' caves.
The market at Mirepoix (every Monday)-not to be missed- , is a great way to admire one of the last medieval towns in the area.
One of nature's curiosities is the Fountain of Fontestorbes at Bélesta which will enchant you. A natural fountain which pours at intervals.
Do not forget either to visit the "Cité de Carcassonne" only 45 mins from Chalabre. - it's a must | | | Directions | | By plane then by the road :
From Toulouse (Blagnac) : To Pamiers, then Mirepoix and Chalabre
From Carcassonne (Salvaza) : To Limoux then Chalabre
From Perpignan (Rivesaltes) : To Quillan, Puivert and Chalabre | | | | | | | Contact Details | | |
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