Midi-Pyrenees

Go for a sporting holiday in a holiday home in the Pyrenees! A beautiful rugged nature reserve with mountains up to 3500 m high. The densely wooded slopes are interspersed with refreshing lakes. You will find a beautiful, varied landscape in the Pyrenees, with forests, lakes, rivers, mountains and limestone plateaus. A perfect area for an intensive and spectacular walking and cycling tour. Book your authentic farmhouse in a rural setting, a holiday home with a pool on a lake, a wooden chalet in a lovely environment, a comfortable gîte, or a winter sports flat in a luxury residence. The Pyrenees is a melting pot of different peoples, where you will find numerous picturesque Romanesque and Gothic memories. Discover the secrets of the region from your holiday home in the French Pyrenees.

Your holiday home in the Pyrenees, for a varied holiday

From your holiday home in the Pyrenees, you can look for glaciers, mountain meadows, forests, streams and rivers. A beautiful area for hikers and mountain bikers, and the ideal place for a wonderful holiday in the mountains! The high peaks are interspersed with deep, green valleys and rustling rivers. The foothills of the Pyrenees are characterised by a lot of greenery and beautiful heaths. Monte Perdido is an impressive limestone massif with deep gorges and a separate lunar landscape. Cirque de Gavarnie is an immense cirque, and its beauty ensured it is listed as a UNESCO site. Discover the rich flora and fauna during a walk through the mountains. Your holiday home in the French Pyrenees is centrally located in the beautiful countryside. 

Discover the culture from your holiday home in the Pyrenees

Look around, and you'll see magnificent monuments as witnesses to history. Your holiday home in the Pyrenees is surrounded by castles, abbeys, episcopal palaces, chapels and cathedrals. Visit the impressive historic cities such as St. Bertrand de Comminges, Saint Lizier, Carcasonne or Mirepoix. With famous names like Lourdes, Rocamadour and Montségur, the area looks like one big open-air museum. The Romanesque and Gothic remains and the archaeological finds will take you back in time. With the impressive pilgrimage site of Lourdes, the region has plenty to offer for a cultural holiday. How about the capital Toulouse? With the famous St. Sernin Basilica, the mansions and the old churches, the historic town centre is definitely worth a visit. Cultural enjoyment during your holiday in France!Your holiday home in the French Pyrenees is the ideal starting point to discover all the cultural sights.

Sporting on the road from your holiday home in the Pyrenees!

Find excitement and sensation during your holiday in the Pyrenees. The mountainous landscape is the ideal starting point for a brisk bike ride like those during the Tour de France. But beware, leg muscles required! Only with a low resistance and lots of cycling will you reach the beautiful peaks. Hiking enthusiasts will enjoy a holiday home in the Pyrenees. The beautiful area is best explored on foot. Enjoy the beautiful views, the white peaks and the green valley around you. A perfect starting point for a walk is the impressive Cirque de Gavarnie, a famous cirque with the highest and longest waterfall in Europe. This area is on the UNESCO World Heritage List for a reason. Book your holiday home in the Pyrenees now, and discover the beauty of nature during a wonderful cycling or walking tour.

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Holiday in the Midi-Pyrenees - FAQs
How many Belvilla houses can I choose from in the Midi-Pyrenees?

At Belvilla, you can choose from 200+ houses in Midi-Pyrenees.

What are the most important places to visit in the Midi-Pyrenees?

Some of the most important places to visit in Midi Pyrenees are Toulouse, Lourdes, Rocamadour, Albi, Cahors, Saint Cirq Lapopie, Gavarnie, Cordes Sur Ciel, Millau, and Foix.

Any activities that I must include in my stay in the Midi-Pyrenees?

Some of the must-try activities in the Midi-Pyrenees are:

  • Visiting Cathedrals
  • Exploring Churches  & History of City Hall
  • Photographing Glaciers
  • Shopping at Local Markets
  • Kayaking
  • Jewelry Making
What are the recommended dishes in the Midi-Pyrenees?

The Cassoulet, Aligot, La Nurture, Salads Aveyronnaise, Le Present, Garbure, Saucisse De Toulouse, are some of the dishes that are recommended in Midi-Pyrenees

When is the ideal time to visit the Midi-Pyrenees?

The best time to visit Midi-Pyrenees is from August to October.

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