The 22nd of February I was in Limoux, about an hour from Olonzac, to see some of the activities and take a few photos of the Carnival. Limoux sits astride the River Aude and it is best known for the production of sparkling wines. It's claimed that sparkling white wine started here and the Champagne region imitates Limoux. There are many websites devoted to Limoux worth having a look at to see the beauty of the countryside and the town itself.
It was a windy and therefore chilly day, it is February, but what looks like snow in the photos is confetti which the clowns throw at the crowds.
The last image I couldn't help including. Very clever bike storage!