Domaine d’Auriac
Hotel and restaurant on a golf course
Near the city of Carcassonne and the Canal du Midi, both listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Domaine d’Auriac is built on the ancient settlement of Carsac, where history of Carcassonne began. Today, calm and comfort reign supreme here. Enjoy strolls around the bucolic park, accompanied by singing birds and savour the Mediterranean aromas. Play a round on the 18-hole golf course or relax in the sumptuous swimming pool. And if the medieval town of Carcassonne does not quench your thirst for history, then its worth a visit to Rennes-le-Château, made famous by the legendary Abbot Saunière and a treasure which is still shrouded in mystery. ...Read more
France, Carcassonne

Relais Royal
Hotel and restaurant in a village
Historians are divided on the etymology of the name Mirepoix. For some, it comes from Occitan and means “He who watches fish” while for others it comes from Latin and means “He who looks at the mountain”. Indeed, the experts will probably never agree when it comes to this little medieval castle town located between the clear waters of the River Hers and the impressive Tabe mountain range, except on one thing: its irresistible charm. It is here that the elegance of the Relais Royal Hotel discreetly immerses you in a romantic atmosphere. Succumb to the charm of the inner courtyard, garden, swimming pool, majestic rooms and stone walls dressed in winding ivy. The hotel is also ideally situated to explore Carcassonne and its majestic Cathare castles. ...Read more
France, Mirepoix