Ideally placed in the heart of the Cathar country near the medieval town of Mirepoix, the Auberge du Balestié is owned and run by an English family who warmly welcome you to this peaceful corner of Ariège just 35 kms from Carcassonne. In the perfect peace and quiet of the countryside, you'll have an enjoyable stay whether relaxing by Balestié lake or taking advantage of the many outdoor activities available nearby. From the auberge you'll admire the magnificent view of the Pyrenees, of the château of Montségur and of the lake and horses in the meadow opposite.
All rooms have ensuite facilities and we also have a family room.
The restaurant overlooks a beautiful lake with a small island which is home to egrets and herons. We have 40 house martins nests an it is a real pleasure to watch the aerial acrobatics of these graceful birds from April – September.
In the summer, freshly baked continental breakfast is served in our breakfast room or on the terrace overlooking the lake. In our restaurant you can enjoy such regional specialities as confit or magret de canard or cassoulet. Other menus might include steak with pepper or blue cheese sauce, salmon with creamy leak sauce, cod stuffed with mushroom paté, or roulade of chicken with asparagus. We can also provide mouthwatering vegetarian dishes by reservation.
Credit cards accepted
Open all year
Prices from 40 - 70 euros
Auberge du Balestie
09500 Mirepoix
Nearest town: Carcassonne
Contact David & Sylvia by email;
Tel. 0033 (0)5 61 69 58 64; Fax 05 61 69 58 79
David & Sylvia speaks
English 
Francais 
Espanol 
Please quote Our Inns when enquiring or booking
Directions from Carcassonne:
Take the D119 towards Mirepoix. The Auberge is situated on the right hand side just after the Malegoude picnic area, about 4 kms before Mirepoix. We are 30 minutes from Carcassone airport.
Directions from Mirepoix:
Take the D119 towards Carcassonne. The Auberge is situated on the left hand side about 4 kms from Mirepoix.
