Gîte de la Borde: Activities: Running & Orienteering
The foothills and mountains of the Ariège are a paradise for runners of all levels. You can do a 30 minute run from the house with only stags and hawks for company, and feel miles from anyone and anywhere. For those who are familiar with or want an introduction to high mountain running, we can advise you on routes, or guide and instruct you. We can help you with all aspects of mountain running with pacing and nutrition and hydration strategies, navigation, equipment, injury prevention and treatment.
www.pays-du-montcalm is the site for the annual Marathon de Montcalm (2580m of ascent), the local big event, and will give experienced runners an idea of the sort of terrain they can look forward to.
We have set up a beginner’s orienteering course in the woods around the house.
In October 2009 John and I found a great route up to the Chapelle Saint-Barthelemy opposite the Sinsat crags..
