Moulis stretches along both sides of the Lez and lies at elevations ranging from 420 to 1,600 metres. The river and the elevation give the commune two clear geographical reference points. A range of interests come together for a stay: religious buildings, marked hiking routes, a high ropes course and the Journées du Marbre, organised in summer. You can therefore choose Moulis according to your cultural, active or culinary interests and include each of these themes in your plans individually.

Landscape and natural landmarks

The Aubert Cave, also known as the Grotte de Sendé, and the Cascade d’Aubert waterfall are in Moulis. The commune is also one of the seven communes in the Natura 2000 site FR7300836. This places Moulis in a regional context alongside six other communes in the area.

Hiking trails in Moulis

The GR 78 long-distance hiking trail passes through Moulis and is also a European Way of St James. The commune also promotes the “Randonnée des 3 Pics” as a hiking route and the “Circuit du renard qui se mord la queue” as a walking route. This means there is both a long-distance trail passing through Moulis and two locally promoted routes. If its status as a Way of St James matters to you, the GR 78 offers a specific point of reference; for the other two named routes, check local trail conditions before setting out.

Building history and the Journées du Marbre

The Luzenac Chapel dates from the 12th century and was extended in the 15th century. Its twelve-sided bell tower is designed in the Byzantine style. The two dates give the building’s history a clear sequence: its construction in the 12th century was followed by an extension in the 15th century. The Église Saint-Jacques d’Aubert is also part of the commune’s religious heritage. Of the four churches and two Romanesque chapels originally built, three religious buildings remain; Saint-Jacques d’Aubert is one of them.

The summer Journées du Marbre include opportunities to meet sculptors and visit the quarry. Alongside the historic buildings, the programme offers a different cultural focus: sculpture and quarry visits. If you would like to take this event into account when choosing your travel dates, check the specific dates and programme details in advance.

Roc’Aventure above the Aubert Gorge

The Roc’Aventure high ropes course is located above the Aubert Gorge. Its features include monkey bridges, footbridges, handrails and a via ferrata; the zip lines are up to 200 metres long. Some sections are up to 100 metres above the ground. The length of the zip lines and the height of some sections describe two different dimensions of the course. Conditions and configuration may change, so check the operator’s latest information before visiting.

Cheese experiences in Luzenac and Pouech

In Luzenac, you can taste the raw-milk cheese Le Moulis after visiting the Pile Romaine. In Pouech, the farm-made raw-milk cheese Le Cazalou is offered for visitors to discover. The locations and the respective nature of the offers distinguish the two cheeses: a tasting of Le Moulis is mentioned after a visit to the Pile Romaine, while Le Cazalou is presented as a farm-made cheese to discover. Since producer information can change, check it before planning your trip.

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For the broader travel overview: Ariège.