Aude

The Aude department is located in southern France, in the Occitanie region, near the Mediterranean coast, and its center is the historic city of Carcassonne, whose medieval fortress is one of France's tourism landmarks. The department's economy is based on agriculture (particularly Languedoc wine vineyards) and historical and coastal tourism. Aude offers a combination of sandy Mediterranean beaches, vineyard-covered hills, and mountain Cathar castles, and its cost of living is lower than in more famous coastal departments such as Var or Alpes-Maritimes. Abundant sunshine and a Mediterranean climate make it attractive to retirees and those seeking a calmer life in a warm climate.

Carcassonne, Narbonne, Castelnaudary

• Université de Perpignan Via Domitia – Centre Universitaire de Narbonne - A university center affiliated with the University of Perpignan in Narbonne.

Carcassonne and Narbonne have moderate levels of safety. Residential neighborhoods are generally calm and suitable for family life.

Transport includes TER Occitanie trains, liO buses, and direct access to Toulouse and Montpellier.