Things to do in the Languedoc:   Games, Courses, Research, and Wildlife

Golf.  If you are so sad that you cannot play a proper game or enjoy a proper walk, try the Golf Club de Carcassonne, Route de St Hilaire, 11000, Carcassonne, Tel: 06 13 20 85 43. Club-house. 18 holes, equipment rental. Practice, lessons and courses.

Falconry.  Colline de Pech Mary, 11000 Carcassonne,www.aigles.com. Demonstrations at Les Aigles de la Cité in Carcassonne from April to September with some audience participation. An exhibition of falconry half a mile from the ancient city. Commentary and demonstration take 45 minutes.

Moulin ŕ Papier. This handmade paper centre is based in an old mill. As well as welcoming visitors it runs courses in making paper and print making. There is a boutique for visitors. 11390 Brousses et Villaret, +33 (0) 468 26 67 43, Website: www.moulinapapier.com

Atekopora. Cultivation and distillation of aromatic plants for perfumes and essential oils. Guided tour and boutique Domaine de Pacha Mama, 11300 Ajac, +33 (0) 468 69 55 03, Website: www.atekopora.com

Courses de Chevaux, horse races. Held annually at the Hippodrome de le Fajeolle usually in May. Sté des Courses de Carcassonne, 11000, Carcassonne, tel +33 (0) 468 25 54 41

To follow:
Tennis
Card Games: Boulotte, Tarot
Dominoes
Research: Heraldry: de Plaigne
Historical Research: SESA
Games: Boules / Petanque