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Heading towards the centre of the village, cross the bridge over the Orbieu and, in front of the belfry climb a few steps to the left in the Impasse de l’Horloge to join the centre of the village a little further on. Turn left in the rue des Nobles, take the avenue des Vignerons then the rue de la Pinède (nice wrought iron wayside cross). Both mountain bikers and hikers share this part of the trail. After the housing development, you’ll get a nice view on the vineyards stretching out on the hillside as well as the Ferrals hills just behind them. You’ll walk uphill on this country road, a dry-stone wall to the right, and terraced plots with pine, almond, olive and cypress trees to boot.
When the road forks, continue on the path uphill both itineraries share. To your right you’ll see the basin of La Prade, with vineyards liable to flooding, with its garrigue isle planted right in the middle and with its vestiges of former sheep barns. To your left, the garrigue has taken over the terraced plots of formerly cultivated land, lined with low walls and planted with pine trees.
On the top of the hill, you’ll leave the joint path and turn left (north / north-east) on the path lined with almond trees which crosses the Lauza. Several hillocks with garrigue, pine trees, olive trees, holm oaks and walls made of the stones that were removed from the fields make up the landscape, together with the hillside vineyards.
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One sheep barn still has its shed roof (for protection against the dominant Cers wind). To the left, a path leads to the superb viewpoint indicator, made of Ferrals stone. The view really is worth the short roundtrip.
Soon the Boutenac pine wood with its lookout post will appear in the distance (south-east) before the northward bound descent will allow you to contemplate another view, this time over the Minervois region, the Montagne Noire and its highest point, the Pic de Nore (1211 m) and, closer by, the Lézignan pine wood massif and the village of Conilhac. After having walked alongside a low wall, you’ll reach the remains of the sheep barn de la Martine (landmark A on the ‘Sentier vigneron des Corbières’ / ‘Corbières wine-grower’s path’).
You’ll start your way back by turning left. Walk down a rough track then uphill again on a small track in a pine wood area (view on the Lézignan plain and on the village at the foot of Mont Alaric). The path is lined with dry-stone walls and surrounded by terraced plots, wild or planted fruit trees (olive, fig, almond, blackberry bush) and vineyards. Once you get to the D161, turn left and walk past the Wine Cooperative back to the village.
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- Distance
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20 km
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- Mini Altitude
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260 meter
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- Departure
- Cellier de Graffan,
Férrals-les-Corbières |
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- Type
- Loop
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- Max Altitude
- 60 meter
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- Vertical drop
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484 meter |
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- Duration
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- Markup
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- IGN reference
- 2446E
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- Difficulty
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Difficult
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- Coordinates
- 43.14945,
2.72282
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Opening
Le Sentier des Vignerons des Corbières - Férrals-les-Corbières:
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01 january to 31
december
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Abbaye de Fontfroide
Rivière de St Laurent de la Cabrerisse
Lézignan-Corbières
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Château Maylandie |
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 Château Maylandie is a family owned vineyard of 23 hectares, located in the heart of the Corbières, on the Terroir of Boutenac between Carcassonne and Narbonne. We are Independent Winegrowers and produce white, rosé and red wines in AOC Corbières and AOC Corbières-Boutenac (one of the few Crus of Languedoc). We grow our vines with respect to the environment (Sustainable Agriculture) and create quality wines regularly rewarded by Guides and Contests. Throughout the year, we welcome you to our tasting rooms which are easily accessible being just 4 km from the motorway exit Lézignan (A61). At our wine-shop, enjoy a delicious wine tasting (we also sell local products which make wonderful gifts), then follow it with a walking tour through our vineyards and garrigue, to fully discover the Terroir of Boutenac! Individuals, couples, groups of friends, families, with children, you are all welcome at Château Maylandie ! Looking forward to delighting your taste buds!...
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Domaine
du Grand Crès |
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In 1989, the opportunity arose for the former manager of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti to buy five hectares of vines in the hills of the Corbières appellation. Overlooking the valley near Lagrasse, at a height of 300 meters, the plot was surrounded by heath and the « garrigues » scrubland, thus providing the possibility of further planting. Pascaline et Hervé Leferrer set about equipping a cellar in the middle of the village and progressively cleared and prepared areas of this rocky, limestone-clay plateau where, despite it being difficult to reach, the Vines are most definitely in their element. For their red wines, they planted Syrah and Grenache and for their whites, Roussanne, Viognier and Muscat. They have recently bought 2 hectares of Cabernet Sauvignon, so that since 2006 vintage, they can a vin de Pays d’OC as entry of range (bottles and Bag In Box). Domaine du Grand Crès, now, owns 19 hectares...
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Located in a beautiful village in the heart of the Aude, En Catimini welcomes you in luxury and offers the opportunity to taste a refined and creative cuisine in a chic and sober decoration. Let us surprise you with traditional dishes revisited and identified by subtle blends of flavors from elsewhere. Here is a kitchen that is changing with the seasons and the Chef's inspiration with entirely new compositions and exquisite product made from the garden. The hosts, passionate about their work, are happy to advise you and organize theme nights...
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Midway between the Mediterranean and the Montagne Noir in the heart of the Corbières, a region of many treasures, nestles a building of hidden charm. Through the main entrance of the Auberge Côté Jardin you will find the terrace, a welcome haven of stone and greenery. This former Napoleonic staging post with heated swimming pool and private parking offers 12 rooms, each equipped to the highest standard with air conditioning, mini bar, TV and Internet acess. Your host, David Prevel, a young chef, unfurls all his talents to propose an imaginative subtle and gourmet cuisine which evolves witth seasons. Endlessly searching for the best produce of our region, David Prevel will give you a tour of the best specialities of the Languedoc. Sophie, his charming wife vigilantly takes charge of the inn' s cellar. Her "coups de Coeur" are revealed in her lively wine list which changes depending on her latest discoveries...
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Restaurant "Les Calicots", located in the heart of old
town Fabrezan, between the medieval tower (12th century) and church (13th
century). In a renovated former haberdashery Geraldine and Olivier will welcome
you in a setting of full authenticity. A wide selection of regional wines will
be offered. "We were lucky enough to travel through this wonderful village, and
our visit was highlighted by Les Calicots, and their welcoming owners. They
offer different menus which are very imaginative, that bring together the
freshest ingredients from the region in traditionnal recipes. The setting &
atmosphere is of the medieval architecture. Casual & relaxed, you want to come
back for more. We also enjoyed walking through the narrow cobble-stone streets
that surroung the restaurant"...
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The old village café has been completely renovated to offer you the best comfort.
Helen, Gilles and Marion are pleased to welcome you in a warm atmosphere to taste a cuisine with Mediterranean accents.
A taste of gourmet cuisine are served at you through the seasons on our various menus and map.
It is with pleasure that we will discover selected products from local producers.
On sunny days, it is in the shade of the plane trees on the village square you can sit on the terrace to spend a nice relaxing time. We knew since August, it's official now...
With "2 couverts", we just join the family Michelin!!!
That's why we wanted to partner with this distinction, because it is thanks to all of you that we got there...
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Ô Mazette, it's good to live
!
Ô Mazette, is an atypical establishment specially designed to take full
advantage of the moment. Its different spaces are carefully arranged and
decorated in the will to optimize each of the proposed services. Its large
bucolic garden with kitchen garden and swimming pool will give you the sensation
of suspending your time ... in the heart of Fabrezan, in the Corbières... Ô
Mazette, dan een loungebar. The meal finished, you will let yourself be carried
by the lounge atmosphere to the sounds of soul / world music / electro proposed
by a mix dj. A spirits and cocktails menu will enhance your evening.
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Mazette, first a restaurant!
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