Occitan is infamous for Les sites Pays Cathare.

The Cathars were a religious sect that was persecuted by the Catholic Church, degreed by the Pope, to ‘eliminate the heretics’ between the 1100 to the 1300 centuries. Much of their rich history, intrigue and stories remain, as do their Chateau’s, largely ruins, perched on escarpments.

We’ve created a tour to take in these sites and the sights, encompassing the history and some of the stories that has romanticised this brutal yet historic period in French history.

Come ride the history on this unique adventure through the stunning landscape and absorb the historic Cathar culture.