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)
Population982 inhabitantsCampagnac at 10.8 km (12 min)
Density11 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.
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Green Quercy discovery tourLocal flavours25 €La Salvetat-Belmontet (23 km)

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PHOTOS
Place des Arcades - City Hall
 
Arcades Square
Garrics Gate
 
Gate Garrics
Rue de la Commune
 
Rue de la Commune
Place des Arcades
 
Place des Arcades
Rue de la Commune
 
Vaulted Passage
Rue de la Commune and timbered houses
 
Place des Arcades
Place des Arcades
 
Place des Arcades
Place des Arcades
 
Place des Arcades
City Hall
 
Place des Arcades - Hotel City
Place des Arcades
 
Place des Arcades
Lane Village
 
Village Street and timbered houses
Street of the village and half-timbered houses
 
Street of the village and half-timbered houses
Rue du Village
 
Vaulted Passage
Village Street
 
Rue du village and half-timbered houses
Rue du village
 
Place des Arcades
Rue du Village
 
Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
Church of Our Lady of the Assumption
 
Church of Our Lady of the Assumption
Interior of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
 
Inside Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
Interior of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
 
Interior of Notre Lady of the Assumption
Interior of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
 
Inside Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
Interior of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
 
Interior of the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption
Interior of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
 
Inside Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
Interior of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
 
Interior Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
Interior of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
 
Inside Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
Interior of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
 
Virgin of Mercy with the dead Christ on her knees
Interior of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
 
Inside Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
Interior of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
 
Inside the church of Our Lady of the Assumption
Interior of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
 
Cross reliquary of the 14th century
14th century reliquary Cross
 
Aerial view of Castelnau-de-Montmiral (© Medina)
Forest Grésigne
 
Castelnau-de-Montmiral one of the most beautiful villages of France
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WEATHER
Sunday 19 May
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Monday 20 May
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Tuesday 21 May
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RESTAURANTS 
Dôme de Montmiral  
8.3
Castelnau-de-Montmiral
You want to experience exceptional taste in an original, surprising and relaxing? The Dôme de Montmiral is for you! Set amidst the vineyards of Gaillac, this dome is built entirely...
Located in Castelnau-de-Montmiral 
Château de Salettes  
9.5
Cahuzac-sur-Vère
The vineyards of Gaillac, let yourself be surprised by the contemporary renovation of a building dating from the 13th century where everything is made to accommodate you. You can see...
Located 8.2 km from Castelnau-de-Montmiral83 € per person 
Le Relais des Deux Vallées  
9.3
Salvagnac
Idyllic weekend - After a stroll through a beautiful area, appetite arises. Follow the path that leads you to the small village of Salvagnac and take a break at the Relais des Deux...
Located 12.6 km from Castelnau-de-Montmiral35 € per person 

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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-Montmiral85 € the double room 
Château Larroze  
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-MontmiralFrom 135 € to 145 € the double room 
La Maison d'hôtes Chez Delphine    
9.6
Puycelsi
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 
Gîte 4 personnes au coeur des vignobles
Itzac
Whole house of 90 m ² located in the golden triangle Albi-Gaillac-Cordes and on the course of the Albigensian country houses. You landscaped garden of 1000 m ² and an oak tree in front...
Located 8.3 km from Castelnau-de-MontmiralFrom 270 € to 470 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Le Moulin de Julien    
8.9
Livers-Cazelles
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 15.7 km from Castelnau-de-Montmiral20 € per day 
Camp redon  
Livers-Cazelles
The campsite is located in the beautiful area between the rivers Tarn and Aveyron. In this hilly area forests alternate with fields of rapeseed, corn and sunflowers, or with one of...
Located 17.8 km from Castelnau-de-MontmiralFrom 16 € to 23 € per day 
Camping le Faucon d'Or    
8.4
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 

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HOTELS
Hotel Des Consuls     
8.6
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 62 €
Château de Salettes     
8.9
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 135 €
Hotel l'Occitan     
7.9
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 57 €

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