Experience the Majestic Mérens Horses Descending the Gorges de la Frau

October 27, 2025

Fougax-et-Barrineuf

Witness the annual transhumance as Mérens horses descend through the stunning Gorges de la Frau. A moderately challenging 10 km hike awaits!

https://www.ariegepyrenees.com/agenda/descente-des-gorges-de-la-frau-avec-les-chevaux-de-merens/

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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