Our favorites

Non-exhaustive list of places, establishments, characters that will leave you with an unforgettable memory during your stay in Ornolac-Ussat-les-bains in Ariège with Ariège évasion.

Restaurants:

Le Bellevue in Tarascon sur Ariège, our long-standing partner. Enjoy authentic cuisine showcasing local produce, tapas, and charcoal grilling. The service is impeccable, and you can choose between the terrace and the air-conditioned dining room with views of the Ariège River. Open 7 days a week.

Maison Beaucoup in Les Cabannes offers a unique experience, brimming with flavor and elegance. This restaurant uses only seasonal products sourced from our local farms. Good ingredients, homemade dishes, and a genuine pleasure in sharing little discoveries, a few surprises, and simply the taste of happiness with you. Remember to book ahead; this intimate spot is only open on weekends.

Maison Lacube in Les Cabannes tells the story of a family of farmers from Ariège eager to share the gastronomic treasures of our beautiful region. Using only local products sourced from nearby farms and producers, and offering 100% Ariège-style service where the servers will share the story behind each product, this is the recipe for the restaurant's success. Remember to book in advance!

Places to visit:

Mill biscuits :

campsite, Ariège évasion combine delicious treats with a touch of discovery at this artisanal biscuit factory located in Sinsat , at the foot of the Quié cliff. Housed in a 17th-century mill that operated until 1950, it served alternately to produce flour and generate electricity for the village. There, you can sample delicious organic biscuits, including the "Lantounet," and then take a free, self-guided tour of the mill.

Elastic Jump :

Dare to take the plunge with ELASTIC JUMP! For those who live life to the fullest! A team of professionals will take you on a "bungee jump" in the magnificent setting of the Mas d'Azil cave.

Hypocras : The medieval drink.

Just a stone's throw from the Ariège évasion campsite, in the charming streets of Tarascon sur Ariège don't hesitate to visit the Séguélas family. Their Hypocras remains true to its medieval recipe and is 100% natural; more than just a drink, it's a glimpse into the history of Ariège. Hypocras is the result of a skillful alchemy combining plants, spices, and wine. Enjoy in moderation (the drink, not the piece of history, of course).

Xploria: Discovering Evolution:

Nowadays, a man from Prehistory, Florent Rivere, the creator of the park and a passionate enthusiast of prehistory, brings to life all these forgotten things: lighting a fire, shaping a flint,... A passionate man in his natural state!

  The eagles of Lordat Castle:

 Just a few kilometers from the Ariège évasion campsite, perched at an altitude of 956 meters on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Ariège valley, the Château de Lordat is home to approximately 35 birds of prey. Numerous activities are offered there from July to September, including a fabulous falconry show, "Les Aigles de l'Urga" (The Eagles of Urga). Not to be missed.

The house of wolves in Orlu :

During a getaway to Ax les thermes, do not hesitate to continue into the beautiful Orlu valley; at the very end of it you will find this park in a preserved natural environment, where you will observe packs of wolves from Europe, Poland, Canada and the Arctic.

Spend over 4 hectares in the forest within the Orlu National Wildlife Reserve and learn about the park's different wolf packs, including more than twenty-five wolves.
To get to know them better, we recommend listening to the keepers' commentary during feeding time (approximately two or three feedings per day).

The visit continues with a trip to the mini-farm near the trout pond.
Children and adults alike will be delighted to observe the hens, roosters, guinea pigs, and chicks…