Visit the surrounding area
Discover the region's attractions
What is there to see in Occitanie? Discover the attractions just a stone’s throw from our home. Whether you’re into nature or the city, castles, sports, shows and surprising visits await you in the surrounding area. The surrounding countryside is magnificent, and the view of the Pyrenees is simply breathtaking!
One of Europe’s oldest working canals, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Canal cruises of one day or more are available. The area is ideal for hiking and mountain biking.
The Cathar region is packed with castles, abbeys and medieval towns, all surrounded by spectacular natural scenery. Among these wonders is the fabulous Château de Saissac, just 7 km from Domaine de Villespy.
Cassoulet capital of the world, it’s also a small marina on the Canal du Midi, 15 minutes away by car.
Listed as a historic monument, this former Benedictine abbey/cathedral and Cathar country hub is 4 km from the house.
Come and visit Toulouse!
Discover the highlights of the “Ville rose”, just an hour from our Domaine: the Capitole, Saint-Sernin Basilica, Jacobins Convent, Hôtel d’Assézat, Canal du Midi, the banks of the Garonne and much more await you!
One of the best-preserved villages is just 30 minutes from Villespy. Visit the medieval city, the Château Comtal, the Basilique Saint-Nazaire, the Pont Vieux and the Bastide Saint-Louis, the Lac de la Cavayère, another perspective of the Canal du Midi…
Carcassonne and the Cathar country await your visit.
The Saint-Ferréol dam-lake (built to supply the Canal du Midi) is located in the Montagne Noire, 20 km away, and offers swimming, pedal-boating, sailing, fishing and relaxation.
Other activities
Hiking, mountain biking, water skiing, golf, visits to caves and chasms, etc.