The reputation of Aurignac is due to the discovery of prehistoric objects that mark the development of figurative art in Europe and gives its name to the Aurignacian period (30,000 BC. JC).
However, the personality of this village perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Pyrenees is more marked by its medieval architecture and set of three walled enclosures around the Count's castle.
SIGHTSEEING
The medieval village consists of three walled enclosures that open on the count's castle, the dungeon is laid out for sightseeing, and the church, the porch rated this sumptuous twisted columns. Several beautiful hotels in the Renaissance and half-timbered houses line the visit facilitated by many explanatory plaques. Superb panorama of the Pyrenees from the top of the tower (viewpoint).
Throughout the year, the municipality of Aurignac hosts a weekly market every Tuesday and Saturday morning.
The fourth Sunday in April, a big garage sale unites the 19 municipalities in the canton for the biggest garage sale of Comminges "Full Gosier - Vide-Grenier."
Once a year, in summer, the association of traders in the city and organize Bienvenidos a large night market in the village.
In August, in the charming village close to Alan's place on the now famous Festiv'Alan which each year welcomes participants from around the world for a week of dance.
And mid September, a sporting event "The Olympics of Aurignac" throw riders, mountain biking and marathon runners of some of the 200 km of hiking trails around Aurignac in memorable trails.
ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Neighboring villages.
Many historical or cultural sites are present on the canton: the palace of the Bishops of Comminges and former Hospice of Our Lady of Loreto to Alan, the Gallo-Roman pool Montoulieu, the small Romanesque church of the 11th century Peyrissas the Many churches bell gable (St. Radegund and also to Latoue Peyrouzet, Eoux, St Elix, Samouillan, Terrebasse, Alan ...), multiple wash (see Boussan, Aulon, Latoue with heritage plaques).
Most sites are within the township on foot, horseback or bicycle through the woods, by a large network of hiking trails.
Located in the charming town of Saint-Gaudens, L'Abattoir restaurant welcomes you in a cozy red and black colored. Warm and friendly smile, comfortable seating and decoration, it is...
Located 16.6 km from Aurignac
35 € per person
Hôtel du Commerce
8.8
Saint-Gaudens
PONSOLE Christian and his son Thierry welcome you in their hotel-restaurant trade in the old town of Saint-Gaudens, one hour from Lourdes. You can enjoy your meal in a quiet and friendly...
Located 17.5 km from Aurignac
39 € per person
La Côte à l'Os
8.7
Valentine
Velentine Located on the banks of the Garonne and a few kilometers from Saint-Gaudens, Côte à l'Os welcomes you in a setting mélant elegantly rustic and modern. Its decorated with colorful...
Comingeoise house typical of the nineteenth century, tastefully renovated with a landscaped park of 3000 m². The cottages are independent home owners. Every comfort is present and you...
Located 12.7 km from Aurignac
From 55 € to 60 € the double room
Les Tilleuls
9.7
Saint-Pé-Delbosc
Les Tilleuls is a typical Gascon Farmhouse, built in 1882, which over the years has been restored and maintained to a very comfortable standard, keeping many original features. Our...
Located 16.3 km from Aurignac
49 € the double room
La meridienne
8
Saint-Gaudens
The Meridian is a house-shaped cottage, located close to the city center in a quiet calme. Le first floor is 2 bedrooms, a family (4/5), and for a couple and a third for 2 people the...
Nestled in lush greenery bordering creek, this old mill offers peace, relaxation and tranquillité. Mitoyen of the owner's house, it was renovated according to the standards écologiques....
Located 17.8 km from Aurignac
From 350 € to 500 € per week
Gîtes Pyrénées Les Trois Montagnes
Ganties
In the Pyrenees francais, departement de Haute-Garonne, in the little village Ganties, you can find Gîtes Pyrénées Les Trois Montagnes. Gîtes Pyrénées Les Trois Montagnes is an address...
Located 18.3 km from Aurignac
From 322 € to 798 € per week
La Métairie du Château
Montmaurin
This is the heart of the small region of Comminges between Biscay and Pyrenees and one hour from Toulouse, Tarbes and Auch, we have chosen to live and welcome you. Metairie Castle,...
Pré Fixe is a family campsite of 43 pitches, 3 star, which is part of an environmentally friendly approach. Located in a small village of Comminges, the land is terraced and will offer...
Located 7.6 km from Aurignac
From 17 € to 20 € per day
Domaine Le Moulin
9.2
Martres-Tolosane
The campsite is set on a ancient property of the 16th century. The land with its fields and forest parts covers more than 12 ha. At the one end the river Garonne flows by fringed by...
Located in the medieval village of Aurignac, Hôtel Saint Laurans offers bright studios including free access to the fitness centre. There is a shaded terrace and a games room. The studios...
Located in Aurignac
Room from 55 €
Hostellerie Du Parc
7.9
Labarthe-Inard
Hostellerie Du Parc is located in Labarthe-Inard in the Comminges region. It offers peaceful accommodation with mountains views, a garden and free Wi-Fi. Each of the guest rooms has...
Located 12.2 km from Aurignac
Room from 48 €
Hôtel Cuulong
7.7
Labarthe-Inard
Situated in Labarthe-Inard , Hôtel Cuulong features an outdoor swimming pool, rooms with LCD TVs and free Wi-Fi internet access. Saint Gaudens is 7 km away and free private parking...
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