Caubous, commune in Haute-Garonne, France
Caubous is a very small village in the Luchonnais valley in the Pyrenees at around 1,200 feet (400 meters) elevation, surrounded by forests and mountain meadows. The settlement consists of just a few stone houses with slate roofs scattered across the landscape, with the Neste d'Oueil stream flowing through the area.
The village was once a larger community with over 200 residents around 1800 but shrank dramatically as people moved to urban areas. The Church of Saint-Félix reflects a long religious tradition that shaped the mountain community across generations.
The village has minimal services, with a baker's van occasionally passing through and nearest shops in neighboring communities. Visitors should plan ahead to bring supplies, as self-sufficiency is necessary in this remote mountain location.
Despite its three residents today, the village was once home to over 200 people and stands as a striking example of rural decline in the French Alps. An annual midsummer festival on June 21st featuring bonfires, music, and communal meals shows how the scattered mountain community keeps traditions alive despite its minimal permanent population.
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