Capendu


Capendu is a commune in the Aude department in southern France.

Etymology

Mentioned in the form Campendud 1071. Occitan “sloping field”, “inclined field”. Fortuitous homophony with Capendu, hamlet of Blainville-Crevon which means “hung cat”. Armorial bearings

History

One finds potteries dating about 20.000 years ago in the Mayrac locality. The traces reveal a Roman camp site near the placement of the windmill of Roque Del Die.

Events

For seven years, FestiVoix, organized by the community of communes, has invited choral societies and artists.