Experience the Thrill: Quillan's Historic Cycling Criterium

August 15, 2025

Quillan

Discover the excitement of the Quillan Cycling Criterium, France's oldest cycling race, held annually in the heart of Quillan. A fantastic event for cycling enthusiasts and a great day out for the whole family. Perfect for those staying in our nearby gite!

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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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