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By Air
Toulouse and Carcassonne airports are both just over an hours drive from us. Easyjet, Flybe, Ryanair and British Airways operate regular flights. Car hire is available at both airports or alternatively take the train from the airport (see below) and let us take care of catering/shopping.
By RailThe train journey from central London is about 12 hours and the overnight sleeper is a good option. Sadly the cost cannot compete with flying but in terms of low environmental impact and seeing a bit of the country the train wins hands down. We can arrange pick up and drop off from either Foix or Tarascon-sur-Ariège Stations.
For anyone arriving by air but wishing to save on the cost of car hire, a train from Toulouse is a viable option. The train journey takes just over an hour and costs around €12 each way. We can arrange pick up and drop off from Foix or Tarascon-sur-Ariège stations. This may appeal particularly to rock climbers and walkers, with plenty to do setting off from the house. Local daily car hire can be arranged for days out. See the 'links' page for train timetables.
By Road
The drive from one of the Northern ports is around 10-12 hours and there are numerous excellent value options for overnight stops en route. Tolls are charged on some of the main routes which can be avoided by using the slower roads.
Finding usApproaching from the North follow the N20 through the Foix bypass tunnel towards Tarascon-sur-Ariege. At the Tarascon roundabout at the end of the dual carriageway take the first exit towards 'Saurat' & 'Col du Port'. After 4 km enter the village of Bedeilhac and turn sharp left onto 'Rue Caichalotte' opposite the 'Auberge de la grotte'. At the church turn left onto 'Col Dijou' and we are first on the right.
GPS Coordinates:Lat: 42.87221755707468
Long: 1.563652753829956
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