The Battle of Muret in 1213 was a major medieval conflict involving the Crown of Aragon, the Albigensian Crusade and the political struggles of southern France.
The Battle of Muret in 1213 was a major medieval conflict involving the Crown of Aragon, the Albigensian Crusade and the political struggles of southern France. Although fought north of modern Spain, its consequences had enormous impact on the future direction of the Crown of Aragon and its expansion into the Mediterranean. The defeat of King Peter II of Aragon changed regional power structures for centuries. For travellers interested in medieval history, the broader Aragonese territories offer castles, monasteries and historic routes connected to the kingdom's rise. The Pyrenean landscapes are particularly suited to hiking and cycling.
