Coming to Foix by train, top 5 activities to do without a car

By Roxane, May 27, 2024

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In Foix, the station is ideally located just a stone's throw from the city center.
A joy for fans of gentle mobility, those who like to take their time while taking care of the planet 🫶🏻. To make your life easier (and more beautiful!), we have listed our 5 favorite activities to do without a car in Foix or around the city!

Ariège Pyrenees Tourism – Stéphane Meurisse

Château de Foix

Foix

Welcome to the 14th century! At the Château de Foix, we experience real history!

Stéphane Meurisse – Ariège Pyrénées Tourism

Circuit Foix Médiéval

Foix

Set off to explore the historic center of the medieval city of Foix.

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Les terrasses du Pech

Foix

A walk on the heights of Foix which allows you to both enjoy an exceptional view and discover surprising terraces!

Bouychères Park

Parc Bouychères

Foix

Bouychères Park is a place to explore, whether alone, as a couple, with friends, or with family. It's located on the banks of the Ariège River and offers a playground for children. It's a green space in the heart of the city of Foix.

Charles Ripon / Ariège Pyrénées Tourism

The greenway from Foix to Saint Girons

Walk the old railway line linking Foix to Saint-Girons, now Véloroute 81! 40 km separates the two towns, a beautiful ride awaits you whether by bike, on foot or on horseback. You will love the landscapes available to you, but also the small villages, the visiting sites and all the gems…

How to get to Foix? 🤔

Now all you have to do is enter the station towards the town of Foix! 🚆

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Restaurants near Foix Castle

View of Foix Castle and the half-timbered houses of the town

Accommodation in the city center, a stone's throw from the Château de Foix

Shuttle buses

The tourist office

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About Roxane

A true lover of Ariège, I arrived in Foix in 2014, never to leave again!
In a few lines, I try to take you on a journey to the lands of Foix Ariège Pyrénées... Roadtrip, hikes, landscapes, good deals, good addresses, everything goes!

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