Midi-Pyrenees - Toulouse Region Attractions
The region of Midi-Pyréneés consist of the eight French Départments of Ariège, Aveyron, Haute-Garonne, Gers, Lot, Hautes- Pyrénées, Tarn and Tarn-et-Garonne. The main town is Toulouse. This foothill region of the Pyrenees mountain range is one of the least frequented by tourists.
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Mende
(Lot Valley)
Tree covered hills provide the backdrop for the picturesque town of Mende. Two of the town's main attractions are the 14th C Cathedral of St-Pierre and the Pont Notre-Dame.
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Mas d'Azil Cave
(Pyrenees)
Mas d'Azil Cave, used by animals during the Ice Age, contains prehistoric rock drawings and other artwork.
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St Bertrand de Comminges
(Pyrenees)
This little village lies on the site of Lugdunum Convenarum, a Roman city which was once home to 60,000 people.
Castres, France
Castres is the center for the cloth industry since 14th C. It turns into the headquarters of one of France's biggest pharmaceutical companies and a busy town.
Castres Tourist Office
2, place de la Republique
F-81100 Castres
France
2, place de la Republique
F-81100 Castres
France
Castres - Jardin de l'Evêché
This garden by Le Notre rests in the center of the small town. A pool marks the center of the garden with box and clipped yews spreading outwards.
Hours
May 1 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Open | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
October 1 to April 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Open | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Castres - Musée Goya
Musée Goya is located within a 17 century Bishop's palace and features a large collection of Spanish art. The artist is represented by a large, misty council scene and a series of powerful prints.
Hours
July 1 to August 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
September 1 to June 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | |
| Open | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
May Day / Labor Day (May 1)
All Saints' Day - Christian (November 1)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
May Day / Labor Day (May 1)
All Saints' Day - Christian (November 1)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Ginals - Abbaye de Beaulieu en Rouergue
The Beaulieu Abbey was built in 1204 after the land was gifted to the Cistercian monks by King John. The Gothic style features octagonal cupola, high bays, rose windows and a single nave.
Abbaye de Beaulieu en Rouergue
F-82330 Ginals
France
F-82330 Ginals
France
Hours
April 1 to November 1
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Open | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
May Day / Labor Day (May 1)
Remembrance Day / 1918 Armistice Day (November 11)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
May Day / Labor Day (May 1)
Remembrance Day / 1918 Armistice Day (November 11)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Gramont - Chateau, France
Gramont, built in the 14th century, is the castle where Henri IV was born. The castle consists of a small Gothic structure and a Renaissance wing. The rooms in Gramont Château have been refurnished with period pieces and art.
Hours
February 1 to April 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
May 2 to September 30
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 12:30 | 12:30 | 12:30 | 12:30 | 12:30 | 12:30 | 12:30 |
| Open | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
October 1 to December 15
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 | 14:00 |
| Close | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 | 18:00 |
Always closed on:
May Day / Labor Day (May 1)
Remembrance Day / 1918 Armistice Day (November 11)
Remembrance Day / 1918 Armistice Day (November 11)
