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What is a mountain guide (AEM)? In the mountain world they are called "smugglers". Intermediates between the curious city dweller and the wild mountains. He acts as a bridge between two worlds, a role that consists of explaining the mountain environment to his customers. For an AEM, the journey to a summit is just as important as the climb. An AEM is mainly a state certificate (1st degree mountaineering), validated in 3 years, the only one that gives access to paid mountain surveillance. A long and rigorous training in the field, in particular supervised by the Peloton de Gendarmerie de Haute Montagne and other specialists in orientation, geology, fauna, flora, etc ... have trained the candidate to be very versatile.
Thanks to its in-depth knowledge of the terrain, the AEM will relieve you not only of choosing the best route based on multiple parameters (weather, altitude, curiosities), but also of finding the right path at the right intersection without having to having to fight with maps and GPS. Many have already seen marmots, few can explain their social and biological organization, it is the same with medieval mountain castles, as well as with the beautiful orchid that we meet in the meadow. In short, leaving with an AEM is the guarantee to share emotions, passions and knowledge.
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Every Wednesday morning
It all starts with a vast spruce forest, in search of big hardwoods and giant spruces. We will discuss the basics of orientation on the trail and then off the trail, looking for a deep limestone sinkhole, a pool where wildlife can be found, looking for signs of life. The (easy) ascent of the
Pic du Bac (1109m) offers a wide panorama of the Pyrenees of the Aude and the Ariège during the picnic. A proven route with a large audience of young and old.
Every Monday morning
Come and hike for half a day in this enchanted forest. A getaway accessible to all where we will see different natural environments and the species that live there. A real relief through a magical forest populated by fairies and elves! A team game in a natural and wild labyrinth completes this walk. Be careful not to get lost!
Family walks
They are shorter or have less height difference and are preferably open to families. From half a day in the forest to mountain lakes, the accessibility criterion is paramount, as is the duration of the effort. For more information (children's ages), see our technical brochures.
Sports walks
Treat yourself to a summit, a series of high-altitude lakes, a long walk or just access to more air passages, bivouac far from the starting point, are some of the hallmarks of these "sports". They are very varied in their profiles and imply walking shoes and good physical condition...
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Opening Bureau des guides et accompagnateurs des Pyrénées Audoises - Quillan:
- 01 january to 31 december
- Only by reservation
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Quillan
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Rafting and Canyoning sur l'Aude
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Le Sentier Cathare |
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Through the department of Aude and through, enables the Cathar Trail hike (or bike) combining the beauty of the landscape, visiting several Cathar castles and athletic relaxation. History and Geography are two inseparable matters when it comes to the Cathar Trail.
Put your foot on the Cathar Trail, and you'll be transported 8 centuries ago, in a rich History environment, without the use of a time machine, just by using your feet!
The success of the book and movie of the Da Vinci Code has fed a new awakening of interest in the Languedoc and its fabulous Cathar castles. These 'Castles in the Sky', perched on their vertiginous rock pinnacles, are some of the last remnants of the ill-fated Cathar 'heretics' and the legends that linked them to the Holy Grail...
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The castle of Puilaurens (also written Puylaurens) is mentioned for the first time early in the XIIIth century. It was a shelter for cathar people from 1241 to 1246. The date of its surrender to the royal troops is not known precisely, probably around 1250. As several other castles around, it was integrated by the King Saint Louis in the defensive plan of the border with the Aragon Kingdom. After the treaty of the Pyrenees in 1659, that has fixed definitively the border, the castle was downgraded and have been occupied by only a little garrison. This castle is located at an altitude of almost 700 metres and overlooks the village of Lapradelle, in the midst of a pine forest. Access is via a pathway with chicanes preceded by a barbican...
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Bureau des guides et accompagnateurs des Pyrénées Audoises |
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Sports - Activities - Leisure - Hiking - Walking |
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Square André Tricoire
11500 QUILLAN |
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Bureau: +33 4.68.20.07.78
Patrick: +33 7.81.85.56.39
Sébastien: +33 7.87.42.93.09
Robin: +33 6.82.46.02.90
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bureaudesguides11@gmail.com
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1/2 Day: 10.00 € to 15.00 €
Day: 15.00 € to 35.00 € €
Find all prices on the technical brochures of each walk on the website. The costs per person can vary, depending on the number of registrants, the distance and the stakes of the walk. The choice of quality of surveillance (and safety) depends on a number of registrations adapted to the route: about 15 participants in easy mountainous terrain, but a maximum of 6 to overcome certain peaks! |
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Imagine... A land of castles nested within impregnable
rocky peaks inhabited one thousand years ago the mysterious Cathares; A warm
welcoming land perfumed with Mediterranean fragrances such as wild thyme and
lavender; An area of gorges and torrents, forests and mountains, wild boars,
bears and chamois; A country of extreme natural landscape where one can get lost
in the beauty and peacefulness. Situated at the doors of the majestic Peaks of
the Défilé de la Pierre Lys on the border of the Pyrénées Audoises upper valley,
within an authentic village bearing the sweet name of Belvianes et Cavirac, the
Jardin des Gorges guest house will welcome you. Half way between the sea and
mountains, only one hour from the ski runs of Font Romeu and the Mediterranean
beaches of Argelès-sur-Mer, this region, drenched in history and culture has
everything to surprise, amaze and even intrigue... Alone or with friends, couple
or family, we promise you an exciting stay...
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Bonjour et bienvenue,
Le
Bistrot is your snack, tea room and brewery in the Carrefour mall of Quillan.
Franck Debout and his team welcome you in a friendly atmosphere. We welcome you
inside or on our new terrace and offer a very pleasant exotic atmosphere. The
chef's son, Franck Debout, has always practiced in the kitchen. The passion he
always has for his profession makes Le Bistrot a welcome place where everyone
can enjoy themselves. In the morning you can enjoy sweet crepes, waffles and
other delicacies here. Snacks are added to the menu in the afternoon to the
delight of cheeseburgers, salads, sandwiches, fries, etc. We also serve
delicious smoothies and ice creams. With its correct layout, your appetite in Le
Bistro is automatically generated. So don't hesitate to come. We accept group
bookings...
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Located opposite the train station, we welcome you in a pleasant and friendly atmosphere. We offer gourmet cuisine with our menus, our menu, our regional specialties and brazellade summer, all served by a young and dynamic team. Located at the intersection of the axis sea / mountain cities / Spain, restaurant bar unmissable. We welcome you to our services every day from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.. Check out our map and our menus regularly updated on our website and do not hesitate to contact us for booking by phone...
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Forest Grimp: l'aventure au fil des arbres.
At the heart of the 'Pays Cathars' and the Pyrenees, just a stone's throw from the center of Quillan, an old nineteenth-century blacksmith, where we welcome our guests individually or in groups, for a night, a weekend or longer residence. The building, overlooking a hill situated on a large wooded park on the edge of the Aude.
Forest climb: more than 20 aerial games in the trees, ranging in height from 3 to 10 metres and covering nearly 200 metres in length: monkey bridge, Tarzan leap, zipline and other aerial games. Safely pass the course alone or with family from tree to tree using rope bridgesrest Gimp" in Quillan is a good place to test your balance and vertigo. Here you will find 200 meters of cables in the treetops at a height of 3-10 meters.
An instruction is given in advance to ensure the safety and every course is supervised by one or more monitors...
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Campsite Municipal
la Sapinette |
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Campsite Municipal la Sapinette is a rural, leafy green
holiday resort right in the heart of a managed pine forest. Well-equipped
pitches are available for caravans and camper-vans. Tent pitches marked out by
hedges are also available. This is a peaceful, rural site that is well-shaded.
Rentals are available. On-site pool, common room, TV room, and children's games
area. Parking at the entrance. The site is minutes on foot from all shops and
from the town centre...
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Hotel Restaurant La Chaumière |
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In the heart of Quillan, tourist capital of the ‘High
Valley’ of the Aude and of Cathar history, an attractive guest establishment
that runs smoothly at the hands of your charming hosts, Janine and Pierre, ready
to welcome you all year round... Spacious, contemporary rooms and refined
cuisine in a rustic atmosphere, just the spot for hiking adventure galore at the
foot of the Pyrenees.... 26 newly renovated rooms equipped with
air-conditioning, lift, double glazing, TV, direct-dial telephone, free WiFi,
bathroom with bath or Italian shower and hair-dryer...
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