Unveiling History: Guided Tours at the Varilhes Resistance Center
Centre d'Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation, 18 avenue de Pyrénées, 09120 Varilhes
Explore the rich history of the French Resistance with free guided tours at the Centre d'Histoire in Varilhes. Discover the stories of courage and resilience. Perfect for history buffs and those seeking to understand the region's past.
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.