DECEMBER 2025
Exploring Occitanie by Train
When the summer crowds fade and the vineyards turn crimson and golden, the P-O, are at their most beautiful. What a great time to go exploring – and all for just €1.
Forget traffic jams and parking struggles. Hop aboard a regional train the first weekend of every month, (excluding July and August), and discover Occitanie without breaking the budget. Tickets can be booked online up to 10 days in advance, making it easy to plan a spontaneous getaway.
A Few Suggestions
PERPIGNAN -> CARCASSONNE
Medieval fortified town, Château Comtal, Basilica of Saint-Nazaire, Museum of the Inquisition
PERPIGNAN -> NARBONNE
Canal de la Robine, Abbaye De Fontfroide, Les Halles (covered market) Cathédrale Saint-just
PERPIGNAN -> BÉZIERS
Historic centre, Les Neuf Écluses de Fonseranes (clever water staircase made up of nine locks on the Canal du Midi), Saint-Nazaire Cathedral, covered market
ANDORRA (VIA AX-LES-THERMES)
Thermal spas, mountains, tax-free shopping
Practical Tips
- Buy tickets early: demand is high and availability limited.
- Travel light: regional trains can get busy during the €1 weekends
- Pair your trip with seasonal events: many villages hold harvest festivals and autumn/Christmas fairs.