the approach to the Chateau itself.
This approach made it look insurmountable initially as, though you are on a similar level, your hill drops away and the rock on which the Chateau sits rises steeply beyond, exposing the sides that are quite literally sheer drops.
Can climb (scarily in places) right up to the remains (without charge). But caution is advised as you can easily arrive at the sheer drops with no warning. Not quite sure how the Cathars sourced food and water whilst up there but you can see why they'd be able to defend themselves extremely well.
Beautiful day with stunning views.
Nature wise saw swallowtails
at the top of the Chateau and Black Redstarts during the initial walk, with the distinctive red tails as they flew off.
