Dourgne

Dourgne

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownDourgneMassaguel at 2.4 km (3 min)
Insee code81081Verdalle at 4.3 km (4 min)
Postcode81110Lagardiolle at 4.7 km (5 min)
Latitude43.4859420Saint-Amancet at 5.1 km (5 min)
Longitude2.1363600Saint-Avit at 5.2 km (7 min)
AltitudeFrom 186 to 804 metersCahuzac at 6.6 km (7 min)
Surface22.75 km²Sorèze at 7.8 km (8 min)
Population1268 inhabitantsLempaut at 8.4 km (9 min)
Density58 inhabitants/km²Escoussens at 8.4 km (10 min)
Chief townAlbi (at 60 km, 61 min)Lescout at 8.5 km (10 min)
DepartmentTarnBelleserre at 9.4 km (10 min)
RegionMidi-PyrénéesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Leaning against the north slope of Black Mountain, the village of Dourgne seduces with its wild landscapes, sites of yesteryear and its turbulent history.

Its origins date from the distant past: the peaks that dominate bear traces of the Gallo-Roman (St Chipoli) and in the valley, large stones of the Roman road Narbonne, Castres are still visible in places.

In the Middle Ages, the village lay at the entrance to the valley Taurou at the foot of a castle "Le Castel" has been destroyed and up to the Chapel St Stapin.

In the early thirteenth, Dourgne was ruined by Simon de Montfort during the Albigensian Crusade against the (remains of the old castle).

The village was rebuilt in 1301 with the permission of Philip the Fair, at its current location and the King of France awarded him the first liberties, in particular, the authorization to make cloth. The new country house becomes an important manufacturing center.

In memory of these events, the entire village of Dourgne in costumes, parade on floats decorated with rosemary, Septuagesima day. It is the traditional Feast of Rosemary, still existing today and dating back over 700 years which is commemorated each year in February.


SIGHTSEEING

Features:

The parish church of the 15th and 18th centuries.

The arcaded houses of the 17th century.

In the abbeys of Calcat and St. Scholastica.

The castle ruins of the castle.

Taurou Valley and its ancient quarries.

The chapels of St. Stapin (XV) and St. Ironwood.

Valley Baylou.

The oratory of Monies.

Cross Montalric (788 m) and panorama viewpoint.

The rock of Baden and the statue of St Stapin.

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Dourgne
MonumentsAbbey of En-Calcat

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Rosemary Day in February.

The Feast of St Stapin in August.

"Nature Day".

PHOTOS
Abbey In Calcat to Dourgne
 
Village Dourgne
View the plain and Sor Agout
 
Day Rosemary
Rosemary Day
  
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. -3°C - Max. 3°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. -7°C - Max. 6°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 4°C
RESTAURANTS 
Le tournesol
Sorèze
17th century building in Ceour a medieval village, specialty cassoulet.
Located 6.6 km from DourgneFrom 15 € to 45 € per person 
Auberge de Saint Julia
Saint-Julia
L'Auberge de St Julia offers traditional cuisine and fresh ingredients prepared by a chef. The reception and frame are also treated to welcome you warmly. The Inn is located in a medieval...
Located 19.3 km from DourgneFrom 15 € to 35 € per person 
Auberge du Poids PUblic  
7
Saint-Félix-Lauragais
Hotel-restaurant located in a charming village in lauragais for a relaxing stay and fine food and as for seminar or group meals and family. Sights around, close to Toulouse-Albi and...
Located 21 km from DourgneFrom 55 € to 80 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Gite En Azemar  
Dourgne
Two lovely guest rooms labeled Gites de France, spacious and comfortable, in an old farmhouse in the countryside, stay calm and relaxation, and discovery of the Black Mountain.
Located in DourgneFrom 50 € to 55 € the double room 
Les Peyrounels    
9.5
Dourgne
VWithin a pastoral framework, over the first slopes of the Noire mountain Peyrounels dominate the plaine. Une old farm of xviième entirely restored. Roomy and comfortable rooms with...
Located in Dourgne56 € the double room 
Au Jardin    
9
Verdalle
In the Parc Nat. Reg. du Haut Languedoc near the Montagne Noire a family room(2 rooms connected) and a sepated room with private bathroom and separated toilet. Terrace, swimming pool...
Located 4.4 km from Dourgne45 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Domaine de Miraval  
9.4
Belleserre
Situated at he foot of th Montagne Noire, in a peaceful environment, 8 chalets benefit from the surrounding scenery. Wel spaced from each other and well designed, they will ensure you...
Located 5 km from DourgneFrom 320 € to 750 € per week 
Le Ribet  
9.2
Lempaut
Lodging for 4 to 10 people. Garden with swimming pool, place to park the car. (groupe up to 18 guests)
Located 6.9 km from DourgneFrom 290 € to 580 € per week 
Gîte pour 6 personnes (100m²,3 chambres)
Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Restored farmhouse in the heart of the hills overlooking the Tarn valley and Black Mountains, between Castres and Toulouse this accommodation offers a pleasant setting amidst ancient...
Located 9.9 km from DourgneFrom 370 € to 600 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping de montolieu   
8.8
Montolieu
Enjoy the campsite reception Montolieu, 100m² well-defined location, spacious and functional health, washing machine, playground for kids, games room, meeting room with free wireless...
Located 20 km from DourgneFrom 10 € to 14 € per day 
Camping st pierre de rousieux    
10
Serviès
Located in the heart of nature, our campsite delight all those who seek quiet and simple pleasures, far from the hectic city. Young and old will find on-site recreational activities...
Located 21 km from DourgneFrom 10 € to 14 € per day 
Le belvédère    
9.5
Lastours
The campsite overlooks the site of Lastours: castles which is an outstanding set of four castles in ruins, built 300 meters above sea level, atop a rocky outcrop. We welcome you in...
Located 26 km from DourgneFrom 10 € to 13 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hotel Restaurant De La Montagne Noire     
7.7
Dourgne
The Hotel Restaurant de la Montagne Noire is located in Dourgne and is close to the black mountain and the two monasteries of En Calcat. The rooms of the Montagne Noire are comfortable...
Located in DourgneRoom from 52 €
Domaine De Rasigous     
9.3
Saint-Affrique-les-Montagnes
The Domain of Rasigous is located between lowland and mountain, in the centre of the triangle formed by Albi, Carcassonne and Toulouse the pink city. In the middle of a superb park,...
Located 5.3 km from DourgneRoom from 144 €
Hôtel & Spa Abbaye Ecole de Sorèze     
7.2
Sorèze
Listed as a historical monument, Hôtel Abbaye Ecole de Sorèze is set in a former abbey in a large park. It is located 25 km from Castres, between Toulouse, Albi and Carcassone. A wellbeing...
Located 6.7 km from DourgneRoom from 51 €

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Tarn
Inter-Hôtel Le Cantepau
Easily accessible by the N88 motorway, this Inter-Hotel is located in Albi, next to the River Tarn. It offers en-suite accommodation...
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