Bardou Village,
France
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Escape the ordinary, dive into discovery.
Bardou village, high up in the mountainous Parc Naturel Regional du Haut-Languedoc, is the stunning our stunning location for the Breakthrough Programme in France. Situated on a hiking trail miles from any roads, and sitting high above rivers for wild swimming, Bardou is about as remote as one can get in Western Europe.
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Rediscovered in 1967 after being deserted post-World War I, Bardou has been lovingly restored, preserving its 17th-century essence. It’s both a blend of simple amenities and untouched charm – one reason why Douglas Adams chose to write The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy here.
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Here, you’ll savour authentic French meals, relax by crackling fires, and sleep soundly in nature’s embrace.
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“Bardou excelled all expectation; its setting in the mountains and the unreal atmosphere of the village are totally inspiring.”
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Upcoming programmes 2024:
18th-22nd April
16th-20th October
Maximum 8 people