Situated between the Mediterranean and the Pyrenees, with the coastal salt marshes and the Montagne Noire, from the Corbières to Lauragais – Aude offers an incredible variety of landscapes and natural sites. Sandy beaches, small streams in the Aude valley, forests, peaks and garrigue, natural sceneries adapted to open air activities whatever the season.
Aude is authentic having a local identity.
Two historical periods have deeply influenced the Cathar country: the Roman era and the Middle age. The must-see visits such as castles and abbeys are symbols of the local unique heritage most appreciated by visitors. Discover all of this without forgetting the Cité of Carcassonne, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Strolling along the Canal du Midi or practicing open air activities, our region offers beautiful landscapes in the mountains or at the sea! Hiking, windsurfing, kite surfing, mountain biking, canoeing, etc.
Aude hides unexpected surprises!
Aude is the perfect place to discover the variety of the Languedoc cooking. The talents of the local Chefs highlight products from the sea as well as fruits and vegetables embraced by the sun.
In the shop of the domain, you will find delicious local products and wines. Every morning in the city of Narbonne (6km from Château de la Motte) the central food market sells the best fresh products.
Marcorignan is located about 5 minutes by foot from our Domain. In this old village you find some essential stores as well as a pharmacy and a medical center.
At the heart of the village, you can find a beautiful Church from the XII century.
Marcorignan is located between the AOC wines of the Corbières and the Minervois.