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In the heart of the village stands the birthplace of Déodat Roché (1877-1978), the historian of Catharism.
To commemorate the village's illustrious son, the house today contains a permanent exhibition devoted to Catharism.
It offers visitors 4 approaches to this religion that go beyond the purely religious:
first, a historical approach;
second, a spiritual approach;
third a political approach; finally an approach devoted to everyday life among the Cathars.
On the first floor a sound recording enables visitors to find out about Déodat Roché's life... |
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Specialities
The settlement of Arques is located about fifty kilometres south-east of Carcassonne.
Its castle, standing on an isolated mound, consists of a rectangular bailey with a Gothic gateway and an elegant keep that rises to a height of 24 metres, flanked by four turrets.
After looking at the castle, you may continue your tour with a visit to the centre of the village, where the Cathar Museum, known as the house of Déodat Roché, pays homage to one of the earliest historians of Catharism.....
Deodat Roche, founder of the Cahiers d'Etudes Cathares and a twentieth-century magistrate of Limoux and Carcassonne who was removed from his position by the Vichy government for his interest in religion and spirituality, wanted to lay bare to his contemporaries the light which the Cathars had tried to reveal to the medieval world. A self-proclaimed neo-Cathar, Roche believed deeply in the need to uncover the true history of the Cathars, which had been obscured by an intolerant medieval Church.
His house is the location for a permanent exhibition devoted to Catharism and its interpretations.
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Opening Château d’Arques:
- 08 march to 31 march - From 10:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00
- 01 april to 31
may - From 10:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 18:00
- 01 june to 30 june - From 10:00 to 18:00
- 01 july to 31 august - From 10:00 to 19:00
- 01 september to 30 september - From 10:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 18:00
- 01 october to
16 november - From 10:00 to 13:00 and from 14:00 to 17:00
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* Shop
* Individual guided tours
* Unguided group visits
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* Pets allowed
* Unguided individual visits
* Parking
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Maison Déodat Roché - Arques
Rennes-le-Château
Rennes les Bains
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The Corbières is one of the wildest areas of France with one of the lowest population densities. It is picturesque with wine growing areas alternating with garigue and mountainous countryside. It is located mainly in the Aude département and partly in the Pyrénées-Orientales département. The River Aude borders the Corbières to the west and north. To the south is the River Agly and to the east the the Mediterranean Sea. The name Corbières comes from "cor" a pre-Celtic word meaning "rock" and "berre" from the River Berre which runs through Durban. The eastern part of the Corbières with its Etangs, borders the the Mediterranean Sea and is called the Corbières maritimes. It has its own distinctive climate and characteristic vegetation known as thermomediterranean vegetation...
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There are thousands of grape varieties contributing to a vast array of different wine styles with each variety having its own distinct flavours and characteristics. Varieties can be made uniquely to make a wine, in whch case the wine is known as a varietal, or collectively with other varities, when the wine is known as a blend. The soils and ‘terroirs’ in the Aude area are very varied, from Schist, Sandstone, Marl, Gravel, Pebbles, Limestone, to Granit and Alluvial soil; thus making many marvelous and different styles of wine. Also in this massive area are many different grape varieties, the reds include Carignon, Cinsault, Granache Noir, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot. The whites, Chardonnay, Granache blanc, Picpoul, Marsanne, Roussanne, Vermantino, Mauzac, Chenin and Clairette...
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Château d’Arques |
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Leisure - Museum - Castle - Abbey |
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Château d’Arques
11190 ARQUES |
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Phone +33 4.68.69.84.77
Fax +33 4.68.69.82.87
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site.arques@wanadoo.fr
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www.chateau-arques.fr |
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Adults: 5.00 €
Children: 2.00 € |
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Hostellerie de
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Hostellerie de Rennes les Bains situated in Cathar Country. Enjoy your stay at this welcoming, comfortable and very peaceful hotel. The hotel has 6 rooms and 1 suite available, all rooms have private WC, and bathrooms with shower/bath. Adapted for handicapped guests (lift available). The Restaurant provides excellent service and cooking. Rennes les Bains is a spa resort of Roman origins, made famous by Blanche de Castille. Visit the archaeology museum, with objects and remains from the Roman baths (2nd and 3rd centuries)...
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At the heart of the Corbières Bugarach Janou Farm welcomes you in an exceptional setting far from the bustling city in a protected nature. Our operation is focused on poultry meat, duck fat and a vegetable production heirloom. Our hostel is located at the place of our operating Bugarach, we welcome you in a warm around a fireplace or on our terrace you can enjoy our poultry as well as many local dishes Languedoc....
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At the border of the Corbières, sister traces of the Abbé Saunière and the Templars, Granés enjoys a privileged location for hiking all age groups. Loc of Donkey rides offer family or friends accompanied the ass of your choice (depending on availability). Leaving the barn, take the reins for a day or a week of games adventures while discoveries! Important: Before your departure, we will give you a tip sheet and wise to follow. This activity is a rental without supervision and under your sole responsibility...
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South-west of Quillan the River Aude and its tributaries have carved magnificent ravines and gorges in the landscape, and over the course of thousands of years have created the fine limestone cliff scenery that we enjoy today. Among the highlights, the road heading south from Quillan to Axat (the D117) passes through the deep Gorges de Pierre-Lys, with cliffs either side of the road stretching to 700 metres in height. From Quillan to Axat; Impressive passage between the cliffs. The "Trou du Curé" recalls the memory of Father Armand Felix, vicar of St Martin Lys, who drilled with the help of his parishioners the first tunnel, a dozen yards long, in the 18th century....
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The Ecluse au Soleil is a small hotel in a leafy green setting at the heart of the village of Sougraigne, in the upper Aude valley. Welcomed by your hosts, Nicole and François, you’ll enjoy a warm family atmosphere in this 15th century building set in a calm and peaceful valley. The hotel has a number of pleasant and comfortable rooms for 2 to 3 people, recently fully renovated, all with shower, toilet and hairdryer. Family suites are also available for 4 to 5 people, comprising 2 separate bedrooms with a shared toilet and shower. All are also fully equipped....
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Welcome in our beautiful valley, you’ll feel at home. Are you looking for the tranquillity of a rippling stream in a centuries old forest ? Or the sensation of parasailing or wild water canooing ? You prefer culture and history ? Castles, cloisters, musea, mediaeval towns , you’ll find them litterally aronud the corner. Ah, you love good food and an exceptionally good wine to accompany your meal ? Don’t look any further, it is all here... We offer seven rooms to take you to the seventh heaven. Well.....they are not bad, not bad at all. Completely renovated, furnished and decorated, flat screen tv’s, very comfortable beds - a proud product of a local manufacturer! - included. We have even beds for extra tall guests. There two adjoining rooms, ideal for families with children. Wireless internet is free!
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