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Giant fruit sculptures with red apples and yellow lemons displayed in Mirepoix village square at Domaine de Bize

Lake of Montbel



Lac de Montbel is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a wide variety of recreational activities and beautiful countryside to discover.
Size and surface area : Lac de Montbel is one of the largest man-made lakes in the south of France, covering an area of around 570 hectares.
Creation: The lake was created in 1985 with the construction of the Montbel dam on the Ariège. It was designed for irrigation, flood control and hydroelectric production.
Water-based activities: Lac de Montbel is a popular destination for water-based activities such as swimming, sailing, canoeing, pedalos and windsurfing. It also has beaches for swimming in summer.
Fishing: The lake is renowned for its fishing. A variety of fish species can be found here, including pike, zander, perch, carp and catfish.
Hiking trails: The area around the lake has many hiking and mountain bike trails, making it an ideal place for nature walks and outdoor activities.
Wildlife watching: The lake and its surroundings are home to a variety of wildlife, including water birds such as herons, cormorants and wild ducks, as well as mammals such as deer and wild boar.
https://www.pyreneescathares.com/decouvrir/sites-et-panoramas/lac-de-montbel/
Christmas market at Mirepoix, Ariège with festive decorations and holiday lights

Swing Festival



The Swing Festival in Mirepoix, 29.03.-01.04.2024, in Ariège, is an event dedicated to swing music and dance. Mirepoix is a commune in the Ariège department in the Occitanie region of France. The event is a celebration of jazz and swing culture, and usually includes live concerts, dance classes, performances, workshops, demonstrations and much more.
For more information on the Swing Festival in Mirepoix, we recommend that you visithttps://www.swingamirepoix.com/
Turquoise lake with sailboats, forested island, and rolling green hills near Mirepoix, Ariège

Lake of Montbel



Lac de Montbel is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a wide variety of recreational activities and beautiful countryside to discover.
Size and surface area : Lac de Montbel is one of the largest man-made lakes in the south of France, covering an area of around 570 hectares.
Creation: The lake was created in 1985 with the construction of the Montbel dam on the Ariège. It was designed for irrigation, flood control and hydroelectric production.
Water-based activities: Lac de Montbel is a popular destination for water-based activities such as swimming, sailing, canoeing, pedalos and windsurfing. It also has beaches for swimming in summer.
Fishing: The lake is renowned for its fishing. A variety of fish species can be found here, including pike, zander, perch, carp and catfish.
Hiking trails: The area around the lake has many hiking and mountain bike trails, making it an ideal place for nature walks and outdoor activities.
Wildlife watching: The lake and its surroundings are home to a variety of wildlife, including water birds such as herons, cormorants and wild ducks, as well as mammals such as deer and wild boar.
https://www.pyreneescathares.com/decouvrir/sites-et-panoramas/lac-de-montbel/
Rose Festival Camon 21st edition poster, May 19 2024 in Ariège, featuring yellow and pink rose

Rose Festival at Camon 2024



21. edition 
📖Put it in your diary: 19 May 2024.🥀On the programme: seasonal flower and plant market, 100% local producers and craftspeople. Not forgetting the not-to-be-missed hut walk🥾, concerts in the abbey🎼...

Swing Festival Mirepoix poster featuring dancers in 1950s style clothing with live band, March 29-April 1, 2024 in Ariège

Swing Festival



The Swing Festival in Mirepoix, 29.03.-01.04.2024, in Ariège, is an event dedicated to swing music and dance. Mirepoix is a commune in the Ariège department in the Occitanie region of France. The event is a celebration of jazz and swing culture, and usually includes live concerts, dance classes, performances, workshops, demonstrations and much more.
For more information on the Swing Festival in Mirepoix, we recommend that you visithttps://www.swingamirepoix.com/