For the kids

Dinosauria

Espéraza
04 68 74 26 88
04 68 74 02 08

Site : www.dinosauria.org

The only museum in Europe exhibiting exclusively dinosaurs : 35 different species
the palaeontology workshop initiates 6-12 years olds in archaeological digging and skeleton reconstruction.
5 mins away the largest archaeological digging area in Europe is open to the public for guided tours.

Le parc de l'art préhistorique

Tarascon-sur-Ariège

In a grandiose framework you can discover the prehistoric art of the Magdalenians who lived in this area 15 000 years ago.
There is a reconstruction of the cave at Niaux and children are able to participate in a number of workshops : spear throwing, cave painting ... and visit a prehistoric village.

Catha-rama

Domaine de Sautès
RN 113 - sortie Est A61
11000 Carcassonne
Tél. 04 68 78 77 98 - Fax 04 68 78 51 66
Email : catharama@d-av.com
Site : www.catharama.d-av.com

In the time of Knights, spectacle about the Middles Ages for children from 5 to 11 years old. How to become a Knight, how castles were beseiged ?

Réserve africaine

11130 Sigean
04 68 48 20 20

A nature park along the Mediterranean coast. 3500 animals.
Open all year round from 9am.

Moto Liberté 11

RD 118
11600 Conques-sur-Orbiel
04 68 77 07 27

A centre for moto-cross especially for children from 6 years old, 12 beginners circuits, one tarmacked. The children must have high shoes or boots, thick gloves and knee protectors rollerskate style.
Moto Liberté is a non-profit making association whose aim is educating children in rules and security.
Open Wednesdays for the 6-12 years old and Saturday afternoon for the 12-15 years old. During school holidays we are open from Monday to Saturday. Full or half day courses.

Les Aigles de la Cité

Colline de Pech Mary
11000 Carcassonne

Email : aigles@aigles.com
Site : www.aigles.com

An exhibition of falconry 800 metres from the ancient city, a most spectacular visual experience in the Old City. The only falconry exhibition in which the general public can take part. Commentary and demonstration take 45 minutes.

Parc d'Autruches
Ostrich Park

direction Lac de la Cavayère
11000 Carcassonne
04 68 79 83 35
06 07 06 86 83

10 acres of parkland sheltering ostriches and emus of all ages, including a unique collection of white ostriches.
Shop and small goats for children.
Open from 1 April to 15 November 2-6pm. June to September from 10am until 6.30pm daily.

Elevage de Biches
Ferme Auberge

Picarel le Haut
11310 Saissac
04 68 25 44 08

A stag and deer farm in the heart of the Black Mountain.
Summer : Daily from 10-12am and 2-7pm.

Les lamas de la Montagne Noire

Les Vernèdes
Rte de Pradelles
11160 Castans
04 68 26 60 11

Site : www.multimania.com/lamabalade

Walk with llamas and discover local rural life, flora and our cultural heritage.