Cordes-sur-Ciel fascinates all who discover it because it is primarily a vision: a city amount to assault the sky. Because it is then a history book and an album of art where the memory of men remained alive, written in stone since its creation in 1222 by the Count of Toulouse.
Its exceptional, remarkable architectural heritage make it one of the most significant medieval towns of France and a Mecca of European heritage. Their surroundings, a rare authenticity, has attract and retain artists and artisans who find their inspiration here.
"There has seven hundred thousand years,
Strings, tired of being on the floor
With its future monuments,
Gathered momentum in the atmosphere
Check after the trip
Among the rain or shine
Which are in the sky
She sat on a cloud
Saint Michael and the Archangels
The surrounded wing their
This sensational hours
Date name: Cordes "
Jeanne-Ramel Cals.
Its gastronomic specialties: Specialty cordaise par excellence, the crunch, is a subtle blend of sugar, egg whites, flour and almonds, which comes from the Middle Ages. They are found in all good pastries cordaises. Located on the AOC Gaillac wine is a specialty of Country Cordes. Any time the tenants have been careful to select varieties best suited to the climate and terrain to produce a quality wine preserving its specificity. Some varieties are typical in the Gaillac vineyards: the mauzac the ondec and in the el.
A reception: At the foot of the medieval city, the House of the land has Cordais producers and craftsmen who have joined a quality charter (product development in a non-industrial, product warranty ...).
SIGHTSEEING
Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art:
It is installed in the Maison du Grand Fauconnier (Historical Monument) and offers a unique encounter between the historical architectural heritage and artistic creation. This museum has four rooms:
The room devoted to the painter Yves Brayer (1907-1990) who was one of the greatest figurative painters of the 20th century.
Space Verdet collects the donation made in 2002 by André Verdet and the municipal collection of contemporary works.
The room Baskine / Meunier that exposes all of the work of Maurice Baskine and some works of surrealist Francis Meunier.
The room Embroidery traces this activity that made the richness of Strings between 1880 and 1930.
Museum of Art and History Charles Portal:
Located at the Porte des Ormeaux, this museum has collections of objects from excavations on Strings (Well of Halle from 1954 to 1961) and region (1977 to 1985).
It provides information to better understand the history and architecture of the city.
An exclusive film shows the inside of the mysterious well of the hall.
The history of the city is found in all the exhibitions organized but also in the building itself of the 13th century.
The museum including the Free Ferrat, dated the 13th century, and in Occitan recounts the major events in the City.
Art Museum of Sugar:
The museum is located at the top of the city in the House Prunet. Visitors can admire the many accomplishments of sugar from various methods. This permanent exhibition, unique, includes hundreds of pieces made by the team of Meilleur Ouvrier de France: Yves Thuriès.
In the original surroundings carefully studied lighting, two large showrooms gather in showcases masterpieces of sugar and chocolate in all shapes and sizes.
Arts and crafts:
Cordes-sur-Ciel, mysterious and secret, has captured the hearts of artists and craftsmen who found in its walls steeped in history, authenticity and a climate conducive to inspiration and creation.
A thirty artists and craftsmen settled in the year in the city. Check out their workshops, see live tradition, see birth of innovation in seeking hands, see the spirit transform the material to create works and give substance to the dreams of men. Come and meet them in their studios and share their passions!
Medieval Festival Grand Fauconnier: 14 and 15 July. During the two festival days, bagpipes, troubadours, fire eaters, jugglers, acrobats, musicians, falconers, knights, nobles, peasants and innkeepers will march in the streets. In a warm and friendly atmosphere, with entertainment and shows continuous, medieval dance, fire show ... These festivals will immerse you in the heart of the Middle Ages.
Music on Sky Festival in July. "Music of Heaven" allows young soloists to deepen the work of a contemporary composer in his presence and to interpret his works in public every night. At the top of the city, concerts will be held the evening at Saint-Michel. Meetings musicians, luthiers and bow will be held at the House Gaugiran.
And a few traditional festivals:
Responchons Day in April.
Day Crunch: in June.
Markets Nocturnes in July and August from 18h.
Feast of the Good Life: in September.
ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
The vineyards of Gaillac in the forest of Grésigne, around the Cordes-sur-Ciel offer rich places of discovery and moments of emotion and freedom.
A late eighteenth Property at Circuit Bastides Albigensian: Cordes sur Ciel, Albi and Toulouse. 3 Bed and Breakfast, spacious, each with separate entrance to the garden, wifi access,...
Located in Cordes-sur-Ciel
135 € the double room
Logissurciel
Cordes-sur-Ciel
Experience the magic of a Medieval town: Cordes sur Ciel, a Gothic jewel between Heaven and Earth... At its highest point lies Logis sur Ciel: A magnificently restored structure dating...
Located in Cordes-sur-Ciel
From 60 € to 80 € 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...
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 7.9 km from Cordes-sur-Ciel
From 260 € to 460 € per week
3 maisons piscine chauffee 4.6.8.12 pers
9.2
Lacapelle-Ségalar
Set of 3 stone houses of charm: bread oven, 3 wells, stone walls heated pool... 10 / 5. Ideal for large families, all flexible, except in very high saison. Les 3 houses are fully equipped...
Located 8 km from Cordes-sur-Ciel
From 900 € to 2900 € per week
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...
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 in Cordes-sur-Ciel
20 € per day
Camping les Gorges de l'Aveyron
10
Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val
Located on a river and in the middle of the gorge, you will enjoy an exceptional, quiet and conducive to many walks and outdoor activities such as canoeing, mountain biking, hiking,...
Located 17.4 km from Cordes-sur-Ciel
From 11.90 € to 21.30 € per day
Camping du Bosquet
9.6
La Fouillade
Bosquet due south, overlooking a lake. Pleasant site at 600 m from the heart of the village with all amenities and shops. Strong tourism potential within half an hour. Stay calm in...
This small B&B is situated in Cordes-sur-Ciel, a fortified town built in 1222. The B&B dates from the 18th-century and offers free Wi-Fi in each room and a terrace to enjoy a continental...
Located in Cordes-sur-Ciel
Room from 70 €
Chambres d 'Hôtes Auberge de la Halle
8.2
Cordes-sur-Ciel
The Auberge de la Halle is located in Cordes-sur-Ciel, in the oldest tower in the village. It offers accommodation in a medieval setting with panoramic views. Each room at the Auberge...
Located in Cordes-sur-Ciel
Room from 59 €
Logis Hostellerie Du Vieux Cordes
8.5
Cordes-sur-Ciel
This Logis hotel is located in the medieval town of Cordes-sur-Ciel, 80 killometres north of Toulouse. It offers rooms and suites with en-suite facilities, TV and free Wi-Fi. The Logis...
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