Mirepoix

Mirepoix is a bastide (square formation) town just over the Ariege border around 30 minutes from Cambieure. It's known for its Medieval buildings in the main square and for its weekly market, which is attended by many people from far and wide. In summer shuffling around the market is fun, in winter there is more space but also there are less traders.

Gargoyle Beams

Covered terraces to drink coffee

Hanging baskets on Medieval buildings

Shops also sell their goods and there is plenty of interesting shopping under the covered terraces.

Character abounds

Pan de bois

Pottery market before it was too hot and full of people

I'm in pale yellow with orange backpack

Saucissons, shoes, cheeses, wines, biological products,....

For the pot
One hears English, Dutch, German, Occitan, French, Spanish

You have to experience the bustle of the market

Obviously I had no idea I was in this shot!

"Behind the scenes"

Mirepoix market is held every Monday and in the summertime they have evening markets. There are other markets held periodically, like the pottery market. Just outside the square is a lovely cathedral.