The abandoned farmhouse Félicie

We received photos from a traveler and compiled a historical summary.

Here is a visit to an old abandoned farm, located in a completely unexpected corner. It is so unknown that it was reported to our team—we didn't know about it. For your information, we had already been there a few kilometers away two years earlier.

It is a vast agricultural estate, which we would be tempted to say – based on its geography – was used for wine production. However, given the absence of a wine press and cellar, and the multitude of crates of various sizes, we believe that the establishment was involved in a rather varied form of mixed farming.

This is a very old establishment. It was cleared in the Middle Ages by the monks of Aiguebelle Abbey. This gave rise to a farm a short distance away, which is still in operation today. As far as we are concerned, the building is not medieval. However, it appears on the 1820 military map. The structure suggests that it has undergone alterations over time.

This farm was run by André and Félicie. Out of ignorance, we went to look for them in the cemetery (knowing nothing at the outset). A big mistake. They live two small towns away! It would therefore have been very difficult to find their grave.

André and Félicie had a daughter named Marie-France. She studied at the nearby sub-prefecture. In all likelihood, the entire family has always lived in this house, two towns away. The farm would therefore have been relegated to a place of work, rather than a place of residence. It would not be surprising if this farm were a family inheritance. The place continued to be worked, but ceased to be inhabited.

We have identified possible and probable ancestors, Joseph and Georges, both of whom had strong ties to the urban area “two towns away.” However, Georges' grave was classified as a reclaimed concession and demolished.

Marie-France currently lives near Narbonne.

In 2010, Street View shows a dilapidated entrance. In 2014, significant efforts were made to close it off (barriers, signs). In 2025, it was in a state of total ruin following damage caused by visitors. Through extreme vandalism, visitors have sullied the memory of this family. Judging by the equipment on site, it is clear that André was a skilled craftsman. Quite the opposite of people today.

Completely hidden away in a forest of holm oaks, the farm is a little corner of paradise. It is so calm and peaceful. Of course, we can only show you the result of the vandalism. But rest assured that it is a place of peace and serenity.