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The Castle of the Counts of Foix Must-see
A medieval fortress with three towers overlooking the town, the historic residence of the powerful counts of Foix.
See on the map →Dominated by its castle perched on a rocky outcrop, Foix was the seat of the powerful counts of Foix and remains the gateway to the Ariège Pyrenees.
Looking for things to do in Foix, places to visit near Foix or an idea for a day out this weekend? Here is a selection of the finest sights to see, all explorable directly on the interactive map.
Open Foix on the interactive mapThe 6 must-see places in Foix
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The Old Town of Foix
Picturesque lanes at the foot of the castle, between the Ariège and the Arget.
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The Niaux Cave
A prehistoric decorated cave with remarkable rock paintings, near Foix.
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The Ariège River in Foix
The banks of the Ariège running through the town, offering a fine view of the comital castle.
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The Labouiche Underground River
The longest navigable underground river in Europe, explored by boat a few kilometres from Foix.
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Saint-Volusien Abbey Church of Foix
A former Gothic abbey church at the foot of the castle, the historic spiritual heart of the city.
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