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dandms11

One of the most attractive mountain top castles it presents an impressive magical vista as you approach from the valley below. Not much remains but the defensive outer walls and towers but impressive nonetheless. It seems it was ruined when it became redundant as useful parts were taken for other purposes. The car park is at the entrance (ignore the first car park) shop and WC. Entry is 5 Euro (4 with Cathar passport). Access is up a steepish rocky path, but not unduly challenging - good shoes and a stick recommended. Not suitable for disabled. Once at the castles there is access to several ruined towers and a view site. As with most of the Cathar castles there is not a great deal of interest within them, but the views and sheer incredulity of them makes up. Highly recommended.

salnanart

We've been to a few of the other "Cathar" chateaux and this one did not disappoint. It is slightly steep, but if one is in even moderate shape, it is not a very difficult or long climb from the parking lot. And of course the whole thing is so impressive.. that they built these structures at all on the tops of these peaks. There are bathrooms at the parking lot, and also a gift shop which one has to walk through and pay a small fee before starting up to the top. They have postcards, local products and snack and drink machines.... Also some picnic tables under the trees. Even though it is not a long climb, there are no hand rails and there are lots of loose stones so one does have to be careful going up and down. My hiking stick was helpful. As one of the other reviewers said, they do have some sticks available in the gift shop. I assume they are free, but not sure.We saw people in flipflop sandals which seemed a bit strange but some sort of closed in shoe seemed to be more appropriate and practical.. Especially since once inside the ruins there are some precarious stairs to get to some of the more interesting areas. Some of the stones are very worn and slippery. There are information plaques in French. But that information can be found easily enough from guide books and the internet.

Jhazevoet

As with all Cathar castles, Puilaurens is pure drama: high on a mountain, beautifully integrated in nature.

Picky_1_Traveller

There is quite a steep climb from the parking lot. There is a bathroom at the bottom. They also have walking sticks to help you make the climb. It is quite a steep climb but the path to follow is much easier here than at other Cathar Castles like Montsegur. The views at the top are worth the climb. It is wonderful to see the Pyrennes from that height! So hard to imagine what life would have been like living up there. It was very windy on the day we went. I would encourage to layer your clothing you you can easily adjust!

JohnColo

Like many of the Cathar Castles, the has a strenuous hike but is worth the adventure. Insure to have good walking shoes anb bring the camera. One wonders how the were able to build these amazing defense structures.

AnnaW717

You need to be in fairly good condition to make the big climb up to the castle. Be prepared to rest along the way. It's worth the track up. It's amazing how the original inhabitants ever built on the site.

JudiW445

Great views, wonderful history. Worth the walk up to view the scenery and walk around the castle. Just one of the many Cathar castles in this region, all worth visiting.

es-travler

Beautifully preserved castle, with impressive defensive layout.The view in all directions was spectacular.Quite steep walk up, but more than worth the 3 eur entrance fee.

Blade9

I’m not sure why there are relatively few reviews of this chateau, but we found this to be one of the highlights of our 6-day stay in the Languedoc. It was not at all busy, you have access to almost the entire site and, being reasonably intact, it is very photogenic. As a result, we spent nearly 2 hours there. The specific features that made it a five-star visit for us:• It is very well-preserved. [pictures attached]• Access is pretty easy. Like most all of the Cathar castles, it is approached by a footpath from a car park but the ascent is neither long nor hazardous. At the same time it is an interesting climb, especially the last stretch where you wind through a series of zigzag defenses that give you a good feel for what it might have been like to approach the fortress centuries ago.• There are spectacular views. Especially if you exit through the postern gate near the east tower (on the right from the main entrance). [more pictures]• Extra bonus--the site is lighted at night. A suggestion: treat yourself to dinner at Hostellerie du Grand Duc, in Gincla, one of the best restaurants in the area. Afterwards, drive north and if it’s after dark you will get another treat when driving around the corner approaching the town of Puilaurens. Unfortunately, we did not get a nighttime picture. Perhaps someone else will…?• With an entrance fee of only 3 euros, it is also a bargain.

Paris-Cemeteries

Only a quick but steep 15-minute walk up from the car park this castle is worth the hike to poke around the ruins but the views of the surrounding valleys and Pyrenees are the real treat.

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