The vast, rocky limestone labyrinth, made up of oaks, boxwood and other indigenous species that in some places are covered with mosses or lichens, shows a fairy-like atmosphere: sometimes enchanting, sometimes a bit scary.
Montségur Castle is located at an altitude of 1200 metres and is the symbol of the Cathars and of the resistance against the French occupiers. The castle could hold 500 …
In 1243, the Castle of Montségur was the main stronghold of the Cathars. During the Third Albigensian Crusade, the Crusader army besieged the castle, initially unsuccessfully. Catapults could not be …
At this place stands a Celtic cross with the words "Als Catars - als martirs - del pur amor - crestian" carved into it. Which means "To the Cathars, to …
From Wikipedia: "Puivert Castle was one of the Cathar castles in the early 13th century, but was completely rebuilt in the 14th century at its present location."