Cycling

Col de Port 09320 Boussenac, Francw

Col de Port 09320 Boussenac, France

Le Puget offers cycling for people at all levels of proficiency. Being in the foothills of the Pyrenees the domaine is surrounded by hills and mountains some of which feature in the Tour de France each year, including HC climbs such as Plateau de Beille, Port de Pailhére and Col d’Agnes and many more spectacular climbs through stunning landscapes. Directly around the domaine there are many shorter cols too, separated by beautiful rolling countryside with fields full of sunflowers and vines.  For the ambitious cyclist the ascents to the most challenging of climbs which feature in the Tour de France begin with a c. 60 km ride. The views of the approach to the mountains of the snow-capped Pyrenees are magnificent, and from the top of the mountains one can sometimes see from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean.

For the touring cyclist there is much of interest: take it easy between medieval castles, following the Canal du Midi and historical trails through Languedoc. You can begin in the next village with Gaja la Selve and ending at Monsegur, the last stand of the Cathars. Casual mountain bikers and their children can leave the farm and enter the forest for a day’s off-road cycle with hardly a sight of civilisation.

Le Puget offers an airport transfer service for groups of cyclists. We can cater for up to twenty bicycles, and can organise day trips towards the foothills of the Pyrenees for those who wish to start their rides closer to the more challenging climbs. Spring and Autumn rates are available for groups who want to take the whole Barn which has six en suite double bedrooms, each with extra mezzanine beds for families. Supper will be served in the evening if required.

For cycling widows and widowers there are many opportunities for cross-country walks, suntraps and a swimming pool on the property to chillout and relax, as well as all the joys of relaxing over a glass of wine in the medieval town square in Mirepoix.

For Mountain Biking Enthusiasts

AX3 Domaines Bike Park is only approximately 1hour 20minutes away from Retraite Le Puget in the heart of the French Pyrenees at Ax-Les-Thermes.

 There is a ski lift to the plateau and gondolas from the town with six trails.  Two black, one red, 1 blue and 2 green for beginners, keeping all levels happy!  Definitely worth the trip down with some technical interesting trails.  Only 22 euros per adult for the day

 There are also more trails on the opposite side of the valley but they require riding up.

 Bike and equipment hire is also available there.