Hidden Treasures of the Ariège Department, Episode 488

Join Us in France Travel Podcast

Annie Sargent

Places & Travel, Society & Culture, History

4.8 • 1.1K Ratings

🗓️ 7 April 2024

⏱️ 63 minutes

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Embark on a captivating journey to the heart of the French Pyrenees with this episode of Join Us in France, dedicated to the enchanting region of Ariège. Between serene plains and majestic mountains, the Ariège emerges as a hidden gem, rich in history, natural beauty, and culinary delights. Discover the stories etched into its landscape, from abandoned villages whispering tales of past migrations to iconic landmarks like the Foix Castle and the charming streets of Mirepoix.

Annie and Elyse guide you through Ariège's diverse attractions, offering something for every traveler. For the adventurous, the rugged outdoors beckons with endless opportunities for hiking and exploring prehistoric caves. Meanwhile, food lovers will rejoice in the region's gastronomic offerings, from local cheeses to traditional dishes that capture the essence of Pyrenean cuisine.

But Ariège's allure doesn't stop at its tangible treasures. Engaging narratives about places like Massat and the evolving story of Lavelanet's textile industry add layers of intrigue to this picturesque locale. Whether you're drawn to the thrill of outdoor adventures, the warmth of rural hospitality, or the allure of living history, Ariège promises an immersive travel experience. Join us as we unveil the secrets and splendors of one of France's most captivating yet overlooked departments.

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0:00.0	The This is
0:18.8	This is join us in France episode 488
0:22.0	404Vinviet Bonjure I'm Annie Sergeant and join us in France is the podcast where we take a conversational journey through the beauty, culture and flavors of France.
0:31.2	Today I bring you a conversation with Elise Riven of Toulouse's guided walks about the Ariege Department.
0:37.8	The Ariege is a lesser known treasure trove of natural beauty, wonderful sites to visit and very good culinary offerings as well.
0:48.0	It's all the way south in France and it goes all the way to the Spanish border.
0:52.8	I think it's a haven for adventurers, families, and anyone looking to escape the hustle and
0:58.5	bustle of the more crowded tourist spots.
1:02.4	Much of Ariage is not that touristy, but we've talked about it in several episodes. I list them in the show notes. You know, and why do we keep talking about this place? Well, because Elise and I live nearby. We've gone many times and we wanted to do an episode where we do an overview of the entire department for people who are considering a visit. This podcast is supported by donors and
1:25.5	listeners who by my tours and services, including my itinerary consult service, my GPS self-guided tours of Paris on the Voicemap app, including my
1:36.2	brand new food tour of Paris, which I'm very excited about, or take a day trip
1:42.0	with me around the southwest in my electric car. You can browse all of that at my
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1:56.8	ready and ads free.
1:59.8	For the magazine part of the podcast after the interview today I'll discuss the night at the
2:04.6	museum or nui or mousie it's coming up in Paris in May. Bonjour Elise, Bonjouré
2:20.7	Annie. We have a fun conversation. Today we're talking about the Ariage department in our part of France.
2:30.0	It's beautiful, scenic, but not very touristy touristy for outdoors things mostly right so this is a haven for
2:39.3	Franco-files who are also people who love an active vacation, such as bike rides, hikes,
2:48.1	nature discoveries, fantastic with people that have kids. It's a part of France that normally doesn't get
2:56.5	super hot, but it could certain days of the year, you never know. And of course it's an area we know well because it's very close to Toulouse and so we've been there many times but we wanted to give you the
3:09.8	rundown of all the great things to do in the Ariage department.
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