Narbonne ( Occitanie )

In the Aude department, in the Occitanie region of France, Narbonne is a city with 2,500 years of history, classified as a "Ville d'art et d'histoire" (City of Art and History). In the heart of the unspoilt nature of the Parc Naturel Régional de la Narbonnaise and just a stone's throw from the Mediterranean coast, this city is also a paradise for nature lovers.

In ancient times, the Aude region was part of the Roman colony of Narbo Martius (Narbonne) and was a hub for European trade. Later, during the Middle Ages, the Aude was marked by the wars against the Cathars, leaving a legacy of numerous castles and fortresses. From the 17th to the 20th century, Aude enjoyed successive periods of prosperity, with the creation of the Canal du Midi, the rise of winegrowing and, finally, the boom in tourism. Today, the Aude attracts many tourists and residents thanks to its rich heritage, stunning natural landscapes and gentle lifestyle.

Aude's heritage is diverse, reflecting the different eras. In Narbonne, the Via Domitia and the Horreum are vestiges of Roman times, while the Palais des Archevêques and the Gothic cathedral bear witness to the Middle Ages. The UNESCO-listed medieval city of Carcassonne, meanwhile, impresses with its monumental château and 3 km of ramparts. The Aude also boasts many other heritage treasures, including the Cathar castles and the Canal du Midi.

Thanks to the Narbonnaise Regional Nature Park, the various mountain ranges the Canal du Midi, etc., a multitude of outdoor activities are possible in the in the Aude. For relaxation and water sports, the département boasts 50 km of coastline of coastline and several natural lakes. The Aude region is also renowned for its gourmet specialties, as well as for its wine, with no fewer than 10 AOP wines.

The region and its real estate market

In the luxury real estate market of the Aude region, the most sought-after towns are Narbonne and Carcassonne. Picturesque towns and villages with charming natural surroundings are also Castelnaudary, Lézignan-Corbières, Lagrasse, Fitou and Fontcouverte, Saint-Marcel-sur-Aude, Ferrals-les-Corbières, etc. The seaside resorts are also are also very popular.

In general, buyers are looking for prestigious second homes, which will become that will become principal residences in the future, upon retirement for example. Among the among the most sought-after luxury properties are bourgeois houses, manor houses mansions, wine estates, private mansions, architect-designed villas and atypical atypical properties.

Sotheby's International Realty agency in the Narbonne area

Our Terres d'Oc agency in Narbonne is part of the prestigious Sotheby's International Realty, which has nearly 80 agencies in France and Monaco. We have an exclusive choice of properties to present to you in the region: charming pied-à-terre contemporary villas and much more.

Our Terres d'Oc agency in Narbonne is part of the prestigious Sotheby's International Realty, which has nearly 80 agencies in France and Monaco. We have an exclusive choice of properties to present to you in the region: charming pied-à-terre contemporary villas and much more.

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