Puilaurens Castle – Stunning view of nature loop from Axat

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Puilaurens Castle – Stunning view of nature loop from Axat

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Puilaurens Castle – Stunning view of nature loop from Axat

04:13

14.3km

400m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Parc naturel régional Corbières-Fenouillèdes

Waypoints

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7.84 km

Ascent to Puilaurens Castle

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The ascent to Puilaurens castle is a climb leading to a famous Cathar castle in the Aude, perched on a rocky spur of the Mont Ardu at an altitude of …

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Puilaurens Castle

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Stunning view of nature

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From here, you can appreciate a breathtaking view of the Corbières-Fenouillèdes Regional Natural Park. The panorama is green and lush, breathtaking.

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.1 km

1.65 km

329 m

243 m

Surfaces

10.1 km

3.61 km

401 m

243 m

Elevation

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Highest point (710 m)

Lowest point (490 m)

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Thursday 8 October

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Puilaurens Castle – Stunning view of nature loop from Axat

Ascent to Puilaurens Castle

Puilaurens Castle

Stunning view of nature

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