Discover Traditional Woodcraft: Visit a Bethmale Sabot Maker

Year-round, daily 15:00-19:00 in summer, by appointment in other seasons

Aret, Arrien-en-Bethmale

Visit a traditional sabot maker in Bethmale and discover the art of crafting wooden shoes. See the process, learn about the history, and find unique handmade gifts. A perfect day trip from your gite in the Pyrenees!

https://www.consommer-parc-pyrenees-ariegeoises.fr/saboterie-de-bethmale

Where to stay

A spacious gite rental set inside the grounds of an 18th-century château in the Ariège Pyrenees, just 10 minutes from Saint-Girons and 1h15 from Toulouse Airport. This fully equipped Pyrenees gite sleeps up to six adults in three large double bedrooms and includes an open-plan living area, modern kitchen, private terrace, garden, mountain views and on-site parking. An ideal base for exploring the Ariège and the wider Pyrenees: hiking, nature, cycling, heritage and quiet rural surroundings.

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