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Things to see in Lavelanet (France): 21 places and when to go
Lavelanet is a town in France, and this site lists 21 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (9), Nature (6), Mountains (4). The best known are Château de Montségur, Château de Roquefixade and Pic de Soularac. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 09 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 51. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- France · 42.9341, 1.8375
- Places
- 21 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (9) · Nature (6) · Mountains (4) · History (3) · Wildlife (2) · Food and drink (2)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- MRS Marignane, Bouches-du-Rhône, 280 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Pic de Soularac, at 2,368 m.
What to see in Lavelanet
The places in and around Lavelanet, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Château de MontségurCastle in France6.5 km
- Château de RoquefixadeCastle6.9 km
- Pic de SoularacMountain in France14 km
- pic de Saint-BarthélemyMountain in France14 km
- Fontaine de FontestorbesSpring in France8.6 km
- Pic de l'AspreSummit in the French Pyrenees11 km
- Chapelle Notre-Dame du Val d'AmourChapel located in Ariège, in France8.7 km
- Château de SibraCastle14 km
- Réserve naturelle régionale du massif de Saint-BarthélemyNature reserve in France12 km
- BDQ Beer Co.Brewery15 km
- Brasserie Le Grand BisonBrewery5 m
- Camí dels bons homes - FrançaHiking8.0 km
- Des Vosges aux Pyrénées 12, Mirepoix - CamonHiking15 km
- GR 7Long distance hiking route in France, Andorra and Spain12 km
- Maison forestière de l'OrriMountains · Hiking9.9 km
- Gorges De La FrauProtected area in France12 km
- SC 09 : Espezel - ComusHiking15 km
- SC 10 : Comus - MontségurHiking11 km
- SC 11 : Montségur - RoquefixadeHiking5.0 km
- SC 12 : Roquefixade - FoixHiking11 km
- Tour du Pays d'OlmesHiking3.1 km
When to go to Lavelanet
The best time to visit Lavelanet is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:10
- FebPossible10:18
- MarPossible11:39
- AprBest time13:11
- MayBest time14:28
- JunBest time15:09
- JulBest time14:52
- AugBest time13:45
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:48
- NovPossible9:29
- DecPossible8:51
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 09 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 51. In July, 21 of the 21 places are at their best.
When to go to France in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Lavelanet
The nearest main airport is Marseille Provence Airport (MRS, Marignane, Bouches-du-Rhône), 280 km as the crow flies. How to get around France (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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And all of France, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Lavelanet?
The best known: Château de Montségur, Château de Roquefixade, Pic de Soularac, pic de Saint-Barthélemy, Fontaine de Fontestorbes. In all, 21 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Lavelanet?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 09 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 51.
How do you get to Lavelanet?
The nearest main airport is Marseille Provence Airport (MRS), 280 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Lavelanet as the destination and these 21 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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