Ariges Castle Eco-Reserve

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Ariges Castle Eco-Reserve

chateau d'Ariges
48400 BEDOUES-COCURES
FRANCE

06 88 57 10 85

Description

At the heart of the estate stands a 17th-century château that we have completely renovated, combining the charm of historic architecture with modern comforts for my two guest rooms. Surrounded by 30 hectares of meadows, woods, and gardens, with 2 km of riverbank along the Tarn, you’ll find a peaceful yet lively setting where you can relax or enjoy a variety of activities.

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Laurence and Alain

Has been welcoming since 2026.

06 88 57 10 85

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As an organic vegetable farmer for over 12 years, I’d love to welcome you to the farm to introduce you to this passion of mine and show you the beautiful, more or less hidden corners of the property and its surroundings. Here, everything is done with simplicity and authenticity.

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Ariges Castle Eco-Reserve

chateau d'Ariges
48400 BEDOUES-COCURES
FRANCE

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Our eco-responsible and farming commitments

Committed to organic practices from the very beginning, the facility was designed to conserve energy in every way.

Enhanced insulation to improve comfort in both summer and winter
Water-efficient faucets, fixtures, and appliances
All lighting is LED and equipped with motion sensors in high-traffic areas
We manage and sort all waste, with on-site recycling of organic materials (chickens, compost)

In fact, we are in the process of obtaining the CLE VERTE certification.

Bio-based construction materials
Eco-responsible construction materials
Eco-responsible paint and coatings

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Eco-construction/housing

Bio-based construction materials
Eco-responsible construction materials
Eco-responsible paint and coatings
Local construction materials
Low energy building
Measurement of electricity consumption per night over the year
Natural construction materials
Preservation of local traditional habitat
Use of local materials or local crafts

Energy management

Avoid use of non-rechargeable batteries
Efficient opening insulation
Implementation of alternatives to all-electric energy
Low consumption lighting and electrical appliances
Management of heating, hot water, cooking, fridge temperatures...
No electric air conditioning, alternatives for natural cooling
Open-air laundry drying, provision of clotheslines
Sustainable and efficient housing insulation

Financial autonomy

Project to move towards financial autonomy

Food

Bulk food products
Home cooking
Majority local products
Majority organic products
Vegan cuisine
Vegetarian cuisine

Human and social dimension

Civic commitments
Professional commitments
Raising visitor awareness of good practices
Social commitments

Local involvement

Enhancement of local heritage
Involvement in local associations
Involvement in local heritage preservation
Promotion of local producers or artisans

Mobility

Accessibility of reception areas to all types of disabilities
Bike friendly
Facilitation of nearby access by public transport
Food products accessible without a car
Promotion of eco-responsible transport
Soft transport means available or nearby (bike loan or rental)

Preservation of natural spaces and biodiversity

Facilities for biodiversity preservation
Natural space protection actions
Protected natural areas on site
Reasoned mowing

Production mode and link to the land

Ancient or local plant varieties
Animal welfare monitoring
Crop rotation
Food production
Organic production, biodynamics
Peasant seeds
Reasoned hedge trimming
Recovery of production waste (manure, recovery, composting, reuse)
Water and energy efficient irrigation for crops and gardens (drip, oyas or micro-sprinkler)

Responsible consumption

Biodegradable cleaning products
Biodegradable hygiene products
Decoration, furniture and tableware mostly from artisanal and/or local productions
Decoration, furniture and tableware mostly second-hand
Decoration, furniture and tableware mostly sustainable
Eco-responsible cleaning products
Eco-responsible hygiene products
Favor bulk products
Sharing of household appliances
Sustainable kitchen utensils (stainless steel, wood, glass)