Cathar Country,
see it, do it!
Soak up a land with incredible heritage and stunning scenery... Follow in the ancient footsteps of the Cathars, gaze up at hilltop citadels, wander among majestic abbeys and explore medieval ruins. Uncover the secrets of 20 Aude landmarks (10 châteaux, 7 abbeys, 2 medieval towns, 1 museum) with our 2 free apps
Whether you're flying solo, with family, friends or a loved one, get a good helping of nature and culture during your stay. It doesn't matter if you like to keep busy or chill out, are thirsty for knowledge or ready to play, our two mobile apps have something to suit you!
"THE GUIDE"
CATHAR COUNTRY APP
Listen to the voice introducing you to 20 Cathar Country landmarks and feast your eyes: sketches and drawings show you what once stood here and unveil the Occitan's cultural gems. Tailor-made trails await with exclusive information curated by leading experts (scientists, historians, archaeologists, geologists, naturalists etc.). Gain knowledge and expertise with outstanding content put together by a multidisciplinary team. Experience an interactive and immersive adventure blending gaming, culture and tourism.
Stay connected to Cathar Country with the app even after you've gone home: save your favourites (walks, pages, murals), rank trails/addresses on the map with "like", "done" or "want to do" and share postcards with your friends to relive your holiday, experiences and magical moments.
Relive the golden age of the Cathars in the 13th century to spice up your stay. Dive into the adventure and walk in the shoes of a medieval Occitan lord. Design and build your own fortress to stand up to Crusaders, hunt down artefacts, evade your sworn enemy's traps and save Occitan culture!
This app for players aged 7 and over blends culture, gaming, discovery and challenge. This immersive and educational game whisks you away to the Cathar heyday, in your own home! If you play the game on-site during your stay, you're in for a little surprise... A delight for any budding knight!