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Rieucros epitomises the ideal French rural village where the church bells chime every hour. There is an Auberge/bar, pizza take-away, post office, 2 general stores, a petrol station and even a pottery, specialising in fine ceramics. |
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The communal tennis court is available for use - free of charge. And just 2 doors away from the farmhouse is a boulangerie, ideal for morning baguettes and croissants! |
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Rieucros was important during
WW2 as many of the French Resistance from the parachute division lived
and operated out of the village, using the nearby forests and
mountains to evacuate refugees into Spain. Today many of their
relatives still reside in the village and there are commemorative plaques on several of the houses and
roads named in honour of these unsung heroes.
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Situated on the D119, Rieucros is equal distance from Pamiers – the historic Market town of the Ariège – and the stunning medieval town of Mirepoix with it’s delightful main square surrounded by half beamed houses and shops ( both approx 10 mins by car). In Pamiers you’ll find every imaginable amenity ranging from restaurants and bars, banks, supermarkets and boutiques. Apart from its architecture and cathedral, Mirepoix is renowned for it’s market held every Monday morning. |
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Proprietors: Mr & Mrs. Allen. Tel/Fax: 0033(0)561677087 E-mail:info@holidayfrance.fsnet.co.uk |
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