Couiza / Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet

Rennes-le-Château, perched on a hill in the Aude, some 4 km and 250 metres up the Vélosud route, is famous for its mysteries and legends surrounding Abbé Saunière and his supposed treasure. This picturesque village offers spectacular views of the Aude valley and the Pyrenean mountains. Here you can explore the church of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, the Magdala Tower, and the abbot's estate, steeped in history and secrets, where museums and exhibitions will immerse you in the fascinating history of this place.

Rennes-les-Bains, a charming spa town nestling in the Sals valley in the Aude department, is renowned for its natural hot springs with therapeutic properties. Surrounded by mountains and forests, the village has been popular since Roman times, with its thermal baths and natural pools, and you'll find historic sites such as the Roman bridge and ancient remains.