Rock shelters discovered in the area indicate that the village was inhabited since prehistoric times but there is no reliable source before the 12th century. In 1167, the fief of Laffite-Toupière is transferred to the Commandery of Knights Templar of Montsaunès by Guilhem de L'Isle and Raymond Latoue. Laffite-Toupière has become one of the possessions of the Hospitaller Order of Saint-Jean. From 1469, the village was incorporated in Guienne, the prerogative of the brother of Louis XI.
SIGHTSEEING
Arriving in the village, you will discover St. Michael's Church, Gothic, featuring an octagonal bell tower. We find one of the first traces of the building in 1488 in an act related litigation between the cathedral chapter of Saint-Bertrand de Comminges to the Commandery of Knights Templar of Montsaunès concerning the right of tithes.
Beside the church, you will see the fort. Raymond de Lescure, Grand Prior of Toulouse and Commander of the Order of the Templars, in 1397 concluded an agreement with the consuls and the villagers for its construction.
At the cemetery, you will notice a tomb of the 19th century. which bears neither name nor date. There are a Napoleonic cocked hat and a sword carved. This would be the tomb in Nanjing limestone a villager who had served under Napoleon. The village had several careers of these light colored stones. They were used for the construction of many buildings.
Hike through the peaks - 2h - 5 km.
EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
From June to October: The Caravan of the Word. A strolling traverses the township, with poetry written and said. Free. Information +33 5 61 90 58 18.
Early June: Days Nature. Walk along the ridge trail and exhibitions. Information +33 5 61 97 40 48.
September: Festival of the Word. Mets games, buffet and entertainment. Fee. Information +33 5 61 90 58 18.
ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Visit St. Martory, visit the township as tourist rally (documents to the Tourist Office of Canton St. Martory).
Guided tour of the Cistercian abbey of Bonnefont and fun activities for young people in July and August from 15h to 19h except Monday.
Based recreation Auzas: electric boats to ride on the lake, fee. 9 hole mini-golf, pay. Beach with bouncy castle. Swings and slide. Fitness Giant. Picnic area. Open to the public from 15h to 19h on Wednesdays and weekends in June and September, and 7/7 in July and August. Monday to Friday morning: only for groups (recreation centers, school trips ...). Information +33 5 61 97 40 48.
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Les Tilleuls
9.9
Saint-Pé-Delbosc
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Located 21 km from Laffite-Toupière
49 € the double room
A Nousto
9.6
Pointis-de-Rivière
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Located 13.2 km from Laffite-Toupière
From 350 € to 500 € per week
La Franluquière
Marignac-Lasclares
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Located 23 km from Laffite-Toupière
From 600 € to 650 € per week
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9.6
Sarrecave
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From 16 € to 22.90 € per day
Camping Pré Fixe
Cassagnabère-Tournas
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Located 6 km from Laffite-Toupière
Room from 50 €
Hostellerie Du Parc
7.9
Labarthe-Inard
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Located 10.8 km from Laffite-Toupière
Room from 48 €
Logis Hotel Du Commerce
7.8
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