Lagrasse Guidebook

Lezignan-Corbieres (25 min drive from Lagrasse) Carcassone (45 min) Narbonne (45 min) Toulouse (90 min) - car rental available at the station We are happy to arrange pick up/drop off for guests from the Lezignan-Corbières, Carcassone or Narbonne SNCF train stations for a nominal fee.

Carcassone (45 min by car) - car rental available at the airport Toulouse Blagnac (90 min by car) - car rental available at the airport We are happy to arrange to pick up/drop off guests from the Carcassone airport for a nominal fee.

Within the village there is no need for a car if you plan to stay in town. There are hiking trails, places to visit and other activities you can do within walking distance of our chambre d'hôtes. A car is necessary if you want to explore anywhere outside of Lagrasse.

There is a small épicerie in Lagrasse on the promenade that is open seven days a week (La Lagrassienne) where you can buy your own groceries to make picnic. There is also a bakery and an épicerie fine (Ziveli) on the promenade as well. There are picnic tables near the ancienne Tour at the top of the village, or find a spot along the river.

The farmer's market in Lagrasse takes place every Saturday morning, throughout the year (from approximately 8am-12pm), in the Place de la Halle. Find fresh fruits and vegetables, a butcher, a cheese vendor, eggs and poultry all year round, and many other specialty vendors in the summer.

A ballade on GR 36 offers beautiful views of Lagrasse and the surrounding area, and on the clear day you can see the Pyrénées mountains about half-way through the hike. Start at the edge of the village near the Route de Carcassone (D3), go up the hill and follow the red & white painted marks. Enjoy the view of Lagrasse on your left while walking through the Cyprus trees and garrigue. Follow the path for about 30 min and then take a left at the intersection and follow the yellow painted marks. About 25 min later you will connect with the paved D41 road and soon after you'll reach the Abbey.

All year-round: always be sure to check the weather before you visit. Fall and spring are the rainy seasons, so bring a waterproof jacket or coat. Always be sure to bring comfortable walking or hiking shoes. Summertime: Be sure to bring at least one sweater and a water repellent jacket or windbreaker as it can get cool in the evenings on the riverfront. In addition to the advice above, be sure to bring a swimsuit! The Orbieu river in Lagrasse is a popular swimming spot. Espadrilles are perfect for the summer. If you don't have any you can usually purchase a pair at the épicerie or Tabac.