Holiday rentals in Armissan

The terroir of Armissan

Armissan does not claim any local culinary specialities, nevertheless its inhabitants are fond of traditional Aude recipes. The town's proximity to the coast has an influence on restaurant menus. They offer delicious cod in an almond crust, for example, and feature succulent recipes such as salmon in olive oil and fillet of sea bass on their menus. You won't find any famous restaurants in Armissan, but you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to delighting your taste buds in the surrounding communes, in Vinassan and in Fleury. Among the culinary experiences to be had in the Aude, we particularly recommend the mouth-watering Mediterranean calamari a la plancha! Before the starter, enjoy a slice of fougasse aux fritons, a popular dish in the Narbonnais region. If the Languedoc region doesn't convince you, opt for a beef tartare or another classic French dish. Still not quite satisfied after discovering these different dishes? The Biterroise is the perfect end to your meal! This golden brioche topped with crème pâtissière or sultanas is particularly popular with children.

Activities in Armissan

Armissan's must-do activity is linked to the Aude's gastronomic heritage. The vineyards that surround the village produce excellent quality vintages and they contribute to its appeal. Many visitors enjoy exploring the Sarrat de Goundy wine estate and Château Camplazens, where tours of the cellars, wineries and vineyards are on the agenda, as are wine-tasting sessions. Meeting the producers is a great way to learn about oenology and wine and food pairing. Armissan, a seemingly peaceful village, also hosts cultural events! These take place at the Villa Sycomore, where you can watch shows and contemplate works exhibited by artists from the Occitanie region. After chatting with the owner of this establishment, you can stretch your legs on the footpaths around the commune. One of the itineraries starts at the Cave Coopérative and follows in the footsteps of Rainart d'Armissan, taking in the vineyards and vegetation of the massif. A slightly longer walk takes you past the "Rossignol" mill and the Vinassan orientation table. The nearby Etang de Bages-Sigean is ideal for hikers and water sports enthusiasts. Windsurfing, kayaking and canoeing: there are plenty of options to keep you entertained on this unspoilt lagoon.

Places to discover around Armissan

After visiting the must-see places near your holiday rental in Armissan, don't hesitate to head to Narbonne, the sub-prefecture of the Aude department. The Saint-Paul-Serge basilica and Saint-Just cathedral are two architectural masterpieces likely to catch your eye. If you don't have the time, we also suggest you take a look at the sumptuous stained-glass windows in the Collégiale Saint-Sébastien! The historical heritage of Béziers is also remarkable in more ways than one. It is symbolised, for example, by the Cathedral of Saint-Nazaire and the Fonsérannes Locks.