Castle classified historical monument…. In the heart of the Kathar

Castle classified historical monument….
In the heart of the Kathar Country
Hotel restaurant de charme
A little bit of history…..
At the initiative of Jean de Joyeuse,
chamberlain and constable of
France, first governor of Narbonne
and Lieutenant General in
Languedoc, has undertaken the
construction of the Chateau des
Ducs de Joyeuse between 1540 and
1550.
His son, Guillaume III, ensured
further works of this magnificent
monument which has been occupied
in 1577 during the religious wars
between Protestants and Catholics.
Activities at the Castle – Relaxation & tranquility in the Castle...
To the prestige of its interior, the Castle adds abundant nature and generous sun.
Relax around a tennis game, enjoy the pool or a swim in the river Aude.
Just give yourself a moment of tranquility and meditation
on our comfortable seats by the river banks...
Activities offered at the Hotel :
- Heated outdoor swimmingpool
- Tenniscourt
- Bowling
A Hotel-Restaurant full of charm and character…..
The refined standing of the rooms and junior suites
is perfectly associated with the medieval decoration of this noble place;
all the bathrooms offer modern comfort.
On cold days you will enjoy the inside dining room
of the Restaurant decorated with medieval
tapestries and shields; the courtyard is a magical
place for your summer dinners.
The chef offers sophisticated menus; alliance of
food and wine, a symbol of the authentic charm of
the region.
Leisure and discoveries around the Castle….
There are many activities close by …
The “Haute Vallée de l’Aude” is full of different sports facilities and aquatic
outputs ....
- Horse-riding, hiking and mountain bike pads, quad
- Crosscountry rides
- Archery
- Canyoning, Rafting, Hydrospeed, canoë, kayak…
- Tree climbing
But also a wide range of cultural heritage to explore….
- The Kathar Castles (Puivert, Puylaurens, Peyrepertuse, Quéribus...)
- The old City of Carcassonne
- The mystery around the treasure of the Abbot Sauniere
- The dungeon of Arques
- The Abbey of Saint Hilaire, of La Grasse and of
Fontfroide
- The dinosaurs Museum (largest Europeen field)
- The hat factory of Espéraza
Don’t miss! The local products served at our property and available from local
producers…
- Wine tasting around local red and white wine as well
as the traditional sparkling Blanquette
- The famous Cassoulet of Castelnaudary
- The trout breeding at the Pays de Gesse
Contact & Access
 The new TGV Montpellier – Barcelone in only 2h50
 Access by plane
International Airport Toulouse Blagnac (1h15)
Airport Carcassonne Salvaza (35 minutes)
Airport Béziers Cap d’Agde (1h30)
 Access by the road
From Paris : Highway Paris-Limoges-Toulouse –
Take the A61up to Carcassonne – exit 23 –
Take D118 to Limoux, then Couiza.
From Toulouse : Take the A61up to Carcassonne – exit
23 - , Take D118 to Limoux, then Couiza.
From Perpignan : D112 Rivesaltes – Saint Paul de Fenouillet
then Quillan and Couiza
From Montpellier/Barcelone : A9 – at Narbonne
Take the A61up to Carcassonne – exit 23 - , Take D118 to Limoux, then Couiza.
The castle is located at the entrance of Couiza, 1st on the right.