The Region
Sun-drenched stone, lavender, olive trees, apple blossoms, mirabelles. Domaine Majou is situated in the Languedoc region of France. An hour from Toulouse and 20 minutes from Carcasonne, Majou is steeped in history, nestled among rolling hills covered with ancient vineyards and fields of sunflowers.
There’s much to do when you visit Majou.
SPEND THE DAY EXPLORING LUSH FARMERS MARKETS AND COME HOME TO MAJOU FOR A MEAL COOKED JUST FOR YOU WITH THE FRESH INGREDIENTS YOU’VE DISCOVERED. NEARLY EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK OFFERS A SPECIALTY MARKET
DISCOVER THE MANY HISTORICAL VILLAGES NEAR MAJOU. THIS IS THE LAND OF THE CATHARS, WHERE WALLED CITIES, 12TH CENTURY CASTLES, AND CONTEMPORARY LIFE COLLIDE. SOAK UP HISTORY IN CARCASSONNE. TAKE A DAY TRIP TO MONTOLIEU, THE BOOK VILLAGE. ENJOY THE BATHS AT Rennes-le-Château, EXPLORE LIMOUX, VISIT Château de Peyrepertuse.
Majou is situated near several noteworthy vineyards and wineries, and we’re particularly fond of the great local wines available.
DISCOVER LOCAL POTTERY ON THE POTTERY TRAIL. PAY A VISIT TO NOT POT. SPEND TIME IN LOCAL GALLERIES WITH ARTISTS AND ARTISANS. THERE’S PLENTY OF EXCELLENT SHOPPING FOR THE GENERAL SHOPPER, ANTIQUE LOVERS, THE HOME COOK. BIKING TRAILS ARE NEARBY, AS ARE MANY WALKING AND HIKING TRAILS. THE BEACH AND THE SPANISH BORDER ARE ONLY AN HOUR AWAY.
Bandas. Thursdays at the Malpére. Jazz fêtes. Explore a variety of lively evening entertainment. Located close to Majou, each village fête offers its own distinct flavor.
Or – never leave!
Let your imagination do the wandering.
Need a little more information? Here it is, in The Practicals.
