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<td colspan="3" height="30" valign="top"><p align="left"><font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2" color="#FFFFFF"><b>The Surroundings :</b></font></p></td>
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<td colspan="3"><p align="justify"><font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2" color="#FFFFFF"> <a href="index.htm">The Domaine de Maugard</a> is conveniently located between the Canal du Midi and the Pyrenees, only 30 Km from Carcassonne or 75 Km from Toulouse. Close to the watershed, it enjoys both the mildness from the Mediterranean as well as the Oceanic influence. The rolling hills and the many wonderful sites give a unique character to this small area of the Upper Valley of the Aude.</font></p></td>
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<td colspan="2" width="100%" valign="middle"><p align="justify"><font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2" color="#FFFFFF"> In the midst of this glorious countryside, you will find abbeys, Cathar castles, architecture typical of the Languedoc mingling with that of the South-West, all combining to draw you in on a voyage of discovery of the people and their history, as well as the art of good living today.<br>Aude prides itself on some excellent wines. In this area, grapes for the AOC "Cru Malepère" are grown. A visit to several of the local producers will allow you to taste the different wines, and appreciate their flavours, power and softness.</font></p></td>
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<td width="100%" height="50" valign="middle"><p align="left"><font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2" color="#FFFFFF"><b>The Farmhouse :</b></font></p></td>
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<p align="justify"><font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" color="#FFFFFF"> Shaded by majestic trees and surrounded by open space, fields and woodland, <a href="index.htm">the Domaine de Maugard</a> is within easy reach of the Pyrenees. Whatever the time of year, the light and the variety of the countryside are a constant delight.
<br>After a day of sightseeing, the peace and quiet of this old farmhouse, dating from 1820, will add a other dimension to your stay. You will appreciate the comfort of the large sunny bedrooms and well-appointed en-suite facilities.<br>We offer ample and varied breakfasts.</font></p>
<p align="justify"><font size="2" face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" color="#FFFFFF"> A comprehensive file of goog places to eat and where to buy local produce is available for visitors to consult. We also have details and dates of local events, concerts, festivals, craft shows... etc.<br></font></p>
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