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Set deep in the upper Ariège valley, the outstanding scenery and lush green mountain pastures welcome you to the beautiful town of Foix.

The most dominating feature of Foix is also the focal point of this towns history.... Chateaux de Foix was built before the seventh century it was mentioned in Roger 1st will when he bequeathed this amazing chateaux to his youngest son Bernard. Seated on top of a hillock, this astounding piece of architecture is essential viewing on your visit here. The chateaux has undergone recent renovation and is the jewel of the town. Unlike many chateaux, the tourist authority have gone overboard with their information, offering walk round recordings in many languages. Whether you’re a count, a knight a fair maiden, or a parent looking for activities for the kids, you’ll be sure to step back in time at a visit to this magnificent fortress.

Since 1930, the castle has housed the collections of the Ariège departmental museum. Sections on prehistory, Gallo-Roman and mediaeval archaeology that tell the history of the Ariège from ancient times have been created with amazing taste. The museum is currently rearranging exhibits to concentrate on the history of the castle site so as to recreate the life of Foix at the time of the Counts.

The town itself offers an interesting mix of architecture typical of an area that has incurred cross boarder fighting and enemy control over the centuries, there are pretty alleyways with patisseries boulangeries and brocantes, one of which sticks to mind in particular. It’s nestled in the alley below Chateaux de Foix where the owner, (a lady) has stood outside this brocante for over 10 years, she stands at the doorway and lets no one in, not even the locals, so if you happen to pass her door, give it your best shot!!

History meets modernisation in the old market square, with quaint café’s, boutiques and the odd mobile phone shop to bring you back to reality. Oddly, there are disproportionate number of homeless people that clutter the streets, and it’s strange, there is no wealth to benefit from, there are little places to shelter from the cold evening breeze of the Pyrenees, and these people look like displaced refugees… with dogs!

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays are the best time to visit the town, which comes alive with it’s markets, held in the craft centre, and on Fridays at the Place St – Colusien and allee de Vilotte. Where you will discover the biggest selection of cheeses and honey ever in one place!

In the winter months, ski stations are about 40 minutes from you, not the best slopes in the world, but they do have great food to offer and stunning scenery, perfect for beginners! In the summer, the mountains become a haven for walkers and hikers and there’s plenty of accommodation ranging from Self catering gites, hotels and camp sites.

Nearby: visit Montsegur, south-east of Foix.

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