Castle Quéribus was one of the last refuges of the Cathars who had not fled to Italy (including Verona). The castle fell in 1255, after Louis IX ordered it to be taken. The stories differ about the circumstances. The fact is that the then lord of the castle, knight and protege of the Aragonese king eventually reappeared at the Spanish court.

At the top the wind roars around your ears. Here the Atlantic and Mediterranean winds meet and fight each other around Quéribus. Take care of your glasses, your hat and your traveling companions. It can get tough.

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Great views through the castle ruins of the surrounding mountainous landscape

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1. Cucugnan Quéribus Trail

7.38km

02:37

410m

Hike the moderate 4.6-mile Cucugnan Quéribus Trail, gaining 1355 feet to a historic Cathar castle with panoramic views.

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2. View of Cucugnan – Quéribus Castle loop from Cucugnan

9.75km

03:12

430m

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

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3. Château de Quéribus – Quéribus Castle loop from Cucugnan

3.57km

01:14

200m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 610 m

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Sunday 15 March

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Max wind speed: 35.0 km/h

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Location: Cucugnan, Narbonne, Occitania, France

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1. Cucugnan Quéribus Trail

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