Journey to the Heart of Talc: Discover Luzenac's Extraordinary Quarry

September 27, 2025

Luzenac

Embark on a unique tour of the Luzenac Talc Quarry, the largest open-pit talc mine, on September 27, 2025. Witness the mining process up close and enjoy partner stands and food trucks. A must-see experience near your 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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