Tarascon-sur-Ariège

Overview of Tarascon-sur-Ariège

Tarascon is a town between Foix and Ax-les-Thermes with some historic features in its architecture.

Key Facts

• Type de lieu: small town.

• Intérêt touristique: ★ (worth a stop if you are in the area).

• Localisation: between Foix and Ax-les-Thermes, in the Ariège department.

• Distances:

• Heure locale: Heure : Tarascon-sur-Ariège.

• Population: 3,322 inhabitants (2014).

• Superficie: 8.65 km².

• Altitude: from 463 to 1,187 m.

• Site internet: http://www.montagnesdetarasconetduvicdessos.com

History of Tarascon-sur-Ariège

What to See and Do

In the Area

Ariège Pyrenees Regional Nature Park ★★★
Bordering Spain, this park covers 40% of the department and is notable for its Pyrenean flora and fauna (bears, isards, birds of prey). With its lakes, peaks, and valleys (Biros, Vicdessous), it’s also a great area for hiking through beautiful landscapes.

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Getting There

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