Castelnau-de-Montmiral

Castelnau-de-Montmiral

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TownCastelnau-de-MontmiralSainte-Cécile-du-Cayrou at 5.2 km (6 min)
Insee code81064Le Verdier at 5.3 km (7 min)
Postcode81140Montels at 7.1 km (8 min)
Latitude43.9656520Broze at 7.6 km (9 min)
Longitude1.8202170Vieux at 7.9 km (9 min)
AltitudeFrom 153 to 485 metersSaint-Beauzile at 8.3 km (10 min)
Surface88.81 km²Cahuzac-sur-Vère at 9.5 km (11 min)
Population946 inhabitantsCampagnac at 10.8 km (12 min)
Density10 inhabitants/km²Alos at 11.7 km (14 min)
National labelGaillac at 11.9 km (16 min)
Chief townAlbi (at 32 km, 36 min)Itzac at 12.2 km (14 min)
DepartmentTarnAndillac at 12.3 km (14 min)
RegionMidi-PyrénéesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Rightly ranked among "the most beautiful villages in France", Castelnau-de-Montmiral was founded in 1222 by Raymond VII, Count of Toulouse.

Proudly perched on its rocky outcrop, the village is a true observation lookout who knows the Middle Ages, a boom and saw a stately home to build an impregnable fortress doubled.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Place des Arcades: Characteristic of the country houses of the Southwest, surrounded by covered and located in the village center.
  • Church of Our Lady of the Assumption: From the 15th century, it retains many original features: the porch and the sanctuary polychrome. In the treasure room, Cross reliquary of the consuls, a veritable masterpiece of goldsmith of the early 14th century.
  • Place de la Rose: Place of rendezvous for pilgrims leaving for Rome and Saint Jacques de Compostela. Remains of the noble house of Tonnac where Louis the 13th was received in 1622. A rose was carved on the edge of the wall.
  • The Pechmiral: Climb Pechmiral see the statue of the Virgin. Magnificent view over the forest Grésigne, the Albigensians.
  • Place Hospital: In 1504, a hospital existed on this site. After its destruction, stood a tower built instead of hospital. You can see two stones the arms of France with an inscription.
  • Gate Garrics: Only conserved door facing the road from Gaillac. Fine example of military architecture of the 13th century.
  • TOULZE Tower, site of the old castle destroyed in 1819, remains of stairs.
  • Hiking: The trail Lagarde Castle - 12.5 kilometers.
Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Castelnau-de-Montmiral
Leisure centresLeisure Centre Vère Grésigne
Natural sitesForest of the Grésigne

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • In June: Festival of Pentecost.
  • In July and August: the Musical Festival.
  • In July and August: festival of music and architecture of the castle Mayragues.
  • August 15: Honey Fair.
  • The weekend of August 15: General public holidays in the village.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • The circuit of country houses and vineyards of Gaillac.
  • The leisure Grésigne de Vere:
  • Open from Easter Monday, Sunday and public holidays from 14h to 18h: tennis, mini golf, pedal boats, canoes.
  • In July and August, tennis, mini-golf from 11 am to 19:30 lifeguard pay 13.30 to 19.30, water activities from 14h to 18h30.
PHOTOS
Aerial view of Castelnau-de-Montmiral (© Medina)
 
Forest Grésigne
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Monday 4 June
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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La croix du sud  
Castelnau-de-Montmiral
Between vineyards and Bastides, a 15th century house entirely renovated with 4 rooms ensuite, spacious and very comfortable and a large swimming pool, with 5ha of land around in the...
Located in Castelnau-de-Montmiral84 € the double room 
Castle with 2 bedrooms  
Cahuzac-sur-Vère
Château Larroze, a charming C 19 Château, located on the famous Bastide circuit between Gaillac and Cordes-sur-Ciel, is surrounded by vineyards and delightful rolling countryside, offering...
Located 7.4 km from Castelnau-de-Montmiral135 € the double room 
La Maison d'hôtes Chez Delphine    
8.7
Puycelci
You will fall in love with this 17th Century village home (which is fine example of the region's Albi architecture) be it with it's charm, it's large open spaces, exposed beams, original...
Located 9.4 km from Castelnau-de-MontmiralFrom 55 € to 65 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Grand gite proche d'Albi
Campagnac
Authentic and unusual, beautiful character house of white stone and timber on land size of 8000m² with 20 minutes of Albi, episcopal city a World Heritage Site by unesco. Fully equipped...
Located 7.3 km from Castelnau-de-MontmiralFrom 1900 € to 2900 € per week 
Vacances à la campagne  
10
Campagnac
Air-conditioned apartment in ground-garden of a house in the heart of the vineyard Gaillacois. Location well equipped for infants with a cot, changing table, a stroller and highchair....
Located 7.4 km from Castelnau-de-MontmiralFrom 280 € to 350 € per week 
Gite La Maison Des Vendangeurs
Cahuzac-sur-Vère
The cottage is located in the heart of a farmhouse, quiet, in the heart of the Gaillac vineyards, close to many hiking trails. The owners love nature you will hear the cry of the stone...
Located 8.4 km from Castelnau-de-MontmiralFrom 260 € to 460 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Le Moulin de Julien    
9.8
Cordes-sur-Ciel
At the foot of the medieval town of Cordes-sur-Ciel, the campsite offers its greenery with 2 swimming pools with water slide, mini golf, playground, fishing, bowling, table tennis,...
Located 15.6 km from Castelnau-de-Montmiral20 € per day 
Camping le Faucon d'Or  
Montricoux
Open April 1 to October 15, situated close to a mecca of tourism to the Gorges de l'Aveyron, camping peregrines Golden welcomes you with good humor and smile. Many locations are available....
Located 20 km from Castelnau-de-Montmiral 
Camping aici sem pla  
Vaïssac
At the campsite Aici Sem Pla, You have an appointment with Mother Nature on 2ha sites of 300 m ² will welcome you when you can rent a mobile home, caravan, yurt, tipi, or come all......
Located 20 km from Castelnau-de-MontmiralFrom 12 € to 14 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hotel Des Consuls     
8.9
Castelnau-de-Montmiral
Located at the heart of one of the most beautiful villages in France, the Hotel des Consuls welcomes you for a peaceful break in a stylish setting. Combining traditional old charm with...
Located in Castelnau-de-MontmiralRoom from 60 €
Château de Salettes     
8.6
Cahuzac-sur-Vère
Situated in the village of Cahuzac-sur-Vère, Château de Salettes features air-conditioned rooms with views of the Tarn countryside. The outdoor swimming pool overlooks Gaillac vineyards...
Located 8.1 km from Castelnau-de-MontmiralRoom from 165 €
Hotel l'Occitan  
Gaillac
This 2-star hotel is situated in the centre of Gaillac, in Midi-Pyrénées region. It offers free Wi-Fi and an on-site bar. Gaillac Train Station is just 600 metres away. The uniquely...
Located 9 km from Castelnau-de-MontmiralRoom from 51 €

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