Ariège (French pronunciation: ​[aʁjɛʒ]; Occitan: Arièja) is a department in the Languedoc-Roussillon-Midi-Pyrénées region of southwestern France named after the Ariège River. Its capital is the town of Foix and the INSEE and Postal code is 09. The inhabitants of the department are known as Ariègeois or Ariègeoises.

Planning a vacation to Ariege in France? This vacation planner will provide you with all the essential information you need. Ariege is located at a short trip away from Perpignan a major city in France. Attractions in Perpignan include Canal Du Midi, Basilica Of Saint Nazaire, Cathar Castles. To reach Ariege, hop on a flight to airport which is the nearest major Perpignan–rivesaltes Airport. 1-2 days is an ideal duration of visit to Ariege.