Walk along the tree lined narrow boulevards of Axat, lined with colorful medieval houses and cafes which remain the major hangout point amongst vacationers and locals alike. Many footpaths around the village offer easy walking with breathtaking views of the scenic landscapes. If you are an avid walker, enjoy some thrilling hikes in the surrounding hills or you can also go in the direction of the stunning valley “Gorges de St Georges”, where you will also come across several gorgeous waterfalls and springs tumbling down the hills. On the way back, you can stop by a local bar where you can sip your favorite drink in a cozy ambiance. If you love to indulge in water sports then Axat is undoubtedly the right choice. From kayaking, canoeing, to river rafting and surfing, you can enjoy it all in the roaring waters of the rivers flowing near the village. Also, you can enjoy rock climbing, mountain biking, bird watching, boating etc when staying in holiday rentals Axat France. A not to be missed attraction is a lilliputian tourist train “Le Papillon”, which chugs its way from Axat to nearby Rivesaltes and passes over some lovely bridges. Moving at a very sedate pace, it will reward you with incredible vistas of the mountains, lush green valleys and the pretty countryside. The driver will stop the train if you want to take some photographs. If you want to explore something besides nature then head off to Europe's largest fortified medieval city of Carcassonne, which has three kilometers of ramparts and 50 magnificent towers.

There are several excellent dining options in and around Axat. A short distance from the village is the spectacular “Hostellerie du Grand” restaurant, which is known for its great food and wonderful services. Here, you can pamper your palate to some of the finest sumptuous regional delicacies with divine wines in an elegant surrounding. Apart from this, a lot of value-for-money restaurants are also available, which cater to varied palates. Talking about shopping, the village has all necessary shops like mini markets, boulangerie, boucheries, and lively curio shops where you can buy beautiful handicrafts that make perfect souvenirs and gifts your loved ones. Hire a cab and from your Axat holiday houses, you can also travel to Quillan, which boasts of several major shopping centers filled with designer outlets, jewelry stores, bookshops, boutiques, and much more.