Green traditional caravan at Domaine de la Trille in the meadow
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Unique accommodation in Ariège: sleep in a caravan at the foot of the Pyrénées

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Ariège has become one of the favourite destinations for travellers seeking authenticity and a change of scenery. Far from mass tourism, this department at the foot of the Pyrénées offers a beautiful natural setting for unusual stays. At Domaine de la Trille, we offer nights in traditional caravans and gîtes, at the heart of a 240-hectare cattle farm.

Why choose unique accommodation in Ariège?

The Ariège Pyrénées is a preserved territory perfectly suited to off-the-beaten-track stays. With its mountain landscapes and oak and beech forests, the department offers a beautiful setting for a nature escape. But beyond the scenery, it is the human experience that makes all the difference.

At Domaine de la Trille, located in Sainte-Foi (09500), just 10 minutes from the medieval bastide of Mirepoix, you are not simply sleeping somewhere unusual: you are staying on a family farm. Florence and Benoît, the owners, raise Limousin cattle across 240 hectares.

Our 4 traditional caravans: glamping in the heart of nature

Our four caravans — the Rouge, the Bleue, the Verte and the Jaune — are cosy homes on wheels, fully equipped for a comfortable stay. Each has a living area with a fitted kitchenette (fridge, hob, coffee maker, kettle), a bedroom with a comfortable double bed (160x200), a shower room with shower and toilet, and a wooden balcony with garden furniture.

  • Capacity: 2 to 4 people
  • Space: optimised layout with all modern comforts
  • Amenities: free WiFi, heating, bed linen provided
  • View: panorama of the Pyrénées mountain range
  • Small 3 m² wooden balcony with garden furniture

Our 2 gîtes: space and comfort

For families or groups of friends, our gîtes Les Roses and Les Iris offer 57 to 60 m² of living space. Fully renovated, they feature a bright living room with open fitted kitchen and sofa bed, one bedroom with a double bed, a shower room and free access to the farm's large grounds, shared with the other guests. Apartment-level comfort in the countryside.

Life on the farm

What sets our accommodation apart is that it sits within a real working farm. You stay at the heart of an active agricultural operation: Limousin cattle in the meadows, the rhythm of the seasons, the wide open spaces of 240 hectares. That is everyday life at Domaine de la Trille.

What to do around Domaine de la Trille?

The region is packed with activities for every taste: hiking in the Pyrénées (GR trails, Domaine du Chioula), visiting Cathar castles (Montségur, Roquefixade, Puivert), exploring prehistoric caves (Niaux, Labouiche, Bédeilhac), discovering the medieval bastide of Mirepoix, swimming at Lac de Montbel, mountain biking, horse riding, fishing... something for everyone.

Getting here and practical information

  • Address: Domaine de la Trille, 09500 Sainte-Foi, Ariège
  • Access: 1h10 from Toulouse, 1h30 from the Mediterranean, 1h55 from Andorra
  • Price: from €180 for 2 nights for 2 people (caravans and gîtes)
  • Minimum stay: 2 nights
  • Arrival between 4 pm and 5 pm, departure between 10 am and 11 am

Free guide: one week in Ariège

The day-by-day itinerary written by your hosts — Lake Montbel, Montségur, caves, villages and local tips, with real driving times.

Ready to discover Ariège?

Book your stay at Domaine de la Trille and explore the Pyrenees from your caravan or gîte.

From €180 for 2 nights for 2 people on the farm