Castles steeped in history

All around our holiday rentals in the heart of nature, you'll find castles, symbols of the royal fortresses of Languedoc and steeped in history. Discover some of our favorites:

Château d’Aguilar (3.8 km): its construction is estimated to date back to the 12th century. You'll enjoy admiring it from our holiday rentals in the Aude.
Château de Quéribus (17.2 km): at 728 meters altitude, the castle ruins overlook the village of Cucugnan.
Château de Peyrepertuse (22 km): the history of this castle is fascinating. Discover the secrets of this relic perched on the steep peaks of the Corbières.
Salses Fortress (35 km): visit this military structure built in the 16th century.

Exceptional gorges, between nature and water

For outdoor adventures, we invite you to explore the surrounding gorges where water sports, beautiful walks, and extraordinary landscapes await you.

Galamus Gorges: nestled between the Catalan Country and the Cathar Country, they offer exceptional natural scenery.

Verdouble Gorges: the lake and waterfalls of the Ribaute mill are perfect for afternoons of swimming and relaxation.

Gouleyrous Gorges: located in the heart of the Pyrénées-Orientales, they are renowned for their climbing routes, accessible to both beginners and professionals.

Hiking for all levels

From our holiday rentals nestled in nature, and also nearby, numerous hiking and walking trails pass by. The Relais d’Aguilar is the ideal base for a stopover during your trek on the GR367, the Cathar Trail. The short hiking trail, "360° Aguilar," will satisfy your desire for escape!

Activities for the whole family

Indoors and outdoors, there's no shortage of activities in the region. We can suggest places to learn more about the area, go rock climbing, or even canyoning.

For families, we recommend visiting the Tautavel Prehistory Museum and the EcoZonia Wildlife Park.

Paradise for cycling, mountain biking and motorcycling

The area surrounding our vacation rentals in the heart of nature is designed for cyclists, mountain bikers, and motorcyclists. Between vineyards, castles, rivers, and forests, a wild and unspoiled landscape unfolds before your eyes. The region's roads will offer you the most breathtaking scenery.

A wine tourism stay

During your stay in our holiday rentals surrounded by nature in the heart of the Aude region, be sure to discover the Fitou AOC, the oldest AOC for red wines in Languedoc.

Wine cellars, estates, and vineyards dot the area around Tuchan. Stop by and enjoy a tasting.

Our best advice

We know the region, its hidden corners and secrets. We'd be delighted to share our favorite spots and all the wonders of our little corner of paradise with you.

You can also visit the Corbière & Salanque Tourist Office in Cucugnan, which offers brochures and other information about the surrounding area.

Tourist office

The village of Tuchan

The town center is less than a 2-minute walk from our vacation rentals in the heart of the Aude region:

Tuchan Rural Health Center with pharmacy: 500 meters – 7-minute walk
Crédit Agricole ATM: 550 meters – 7-minute walk
Spar supermarket: 600 meters – 8-minute walk
Aguilar Bakery: 650 meters – 9-minute walk