Museum of Catharism

History and heritage in the Montagne Noire

In the heart of the Montagne Noire and the Cathar Country, the Maison des Mémoires - Maison Fuzier, a former private mansion from the end of the ^19th century, invites you to discover the history and heritage of Mazamet.

• On the ground floor of this beautiful bourgeois house, a stained-glass veranda has been preserved, and two reception rooms have been redesigned in the 19th ^- century style. The restoration allows for the recreation of the furniture and decor of that period. A space is dedicated to the history of wool processing, an industry that brought wealth and renown to Mazamet from the late ^19th to the early ^20th century.
• Temporary exhibitions are offered throughout the year.
• Finally, a room displays models of castles from the Cathar Country.

A unique museum for understanding Cathar history

On the ^1st floor of the house, immerse yourself in the heart of the Middle Ages and discover the human realities of the Cathar faith which marked medieval Occitan society for three centuries.
Richly illustrated panels bring to life the Cathar religious figures who rejected the material world, the work of the evil creator, and all forms of representation.
With simplicity and without compromise, good Cathar men and women regain a name, their words regain meaning.
Audio guides, videos and models complement the museum display and give everyone the keys to understanding the Cathar tragedy.

Located 45 minutes from Carcassonne and 1 hour from Albi