A Half-Day Tour of Montségur
1 day
Half Day
About this activity
The tour commences at 9:00 from Quillan from where you will be driven to the base of Montségur. The moderate walk to the summit, taken in easy stages, will take around a hour. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Your tour guide - James McDonald - will explain the events leading to a large group of Cathars being besieged, the attacks mounted by the Albigensian Crusader forces and the eventual capture of the keep resulting in the burning of the surviving Cathars Parfaits.
Lunch is at a secluded restaurant in the village which specialises in traditional food with local produce.
Return to Quillan by mid-afternoon.
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Your tour guide - James McDonald - will explain the events leading to a large group of Cathars being besieged, the attacks mounted by the Albigensian Crusader forces and the eventual capture of the keep resulting in the burning of the surviving Cathars Parfaits.
Lunch is at a secluded restaurant in the village which specialises in traditional food with local produce.
Return to Quillan by mid-afternoon.
Included
- Lunch
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
80%