Montségur is a small village located in the Ariège department of the Languedoc-Roussillon region in southern France. Nestled in the foothills of the Pyrenees Mountains, Montségur is known for its stunning natural beauty and rich historical significance. The village is dominated by the imposing Montségur Castle, perched on a rocky outcrop at an altitude of 1,207 meters. This medieval fortress is a symbol of the Cathar resistance during the Albigensian Crusade in the 13th century. It was here that the Cathars, a religious sect considered heretical by the Catholic Church, made their last stand against the crusaders. Today, the ruins of the castle serve as a powerful reminder of this turbulent period in history and attract visitors from around the world.