Montauban

Montauban

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Montauban		Montbeton at 6.9 km (12 min)
Insee code	82121		Lamothe-Capdeville at 7.3 km (12 min)
Postcode	82000		Saint-Nauphary at 9.5 km (12 min)
Latitude	44.0160790		Villemade at 9.7 km (13 min)
Longitude	1.3529500		Saint-Etienne-de-Tulmont at 9.7 km (13 min)
Altitude	From 72 to 207 meters		Bressols at 9.8 km (11 min)
Surface	135.17 km²		Corbarieu at 12 km (14 min)
Population	56000 inhabitants		La Ville-Dieu-du-Temple at 12.7 km (16 min)
Density	414 inhabitants/km²		Piquecos at 13 km (18 min)
National labels			Montech at 13.5 km (19 min)
Department	Tarn-et-Garonne		Montastruc at 14 km (19 min)
Region	Midi-Pyrénées		Search another town

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Location: Montauban, in the heart of southwestern France, the second city of the Midi-Pyrenees, is the prefecture of Tarn-et-Garonne. It is popular for its "art de vivre" in the land of "soft adventure". The city has about 56,000 inhabitants. It is 45 km from Toulouse with direct access from the highway of the Two Seas (A62), less than 5 hours from Paris by TGV and 30 minutes from Toulouse International Airport.

Brief history: Founded in the 12th century by the Count of Toulouse, the city of Montauban is the first of medieval new towns of the south. From the 13th century, the city entered a prosperous period, the Old Bridge and the Church of St. Jacques are built. The Black Death and the Hundred Years' War put an end to this period. From 1576 until the Edict of Nantes, under the will of Henry of Navarre, the city itself as a stronghold of Protestantism. In 1621, Louis the 13th raised the siege of Montauban who submits to Richelieu in 1629. Until the late 18th century, the city became the regional capital. In 1808, Montauban became head of the department during the creation of the Tarn-et-Garonne.

Specialties: Table Montalbanaise combines the products of a local variety. Take the time to taste the apple crisp, the Jacquou, the balls and Montauban Montauriol respectively hazelnuts and chocolate covered cherries.

City of Art and History, Montauban has a rich architectural and artistic heritage. At the heart of the city, the place Nationale remains essential element of the grid plan of the medieval city.

Through the streets, discover the mansions such as those of Pompignan Lefranc and hotel bar. We arrive at the Old Bridge at the foot of the museum dedicated to artists Ingres Montauban and Bourdelle. We have a panoramic view of the Tarn and the quays of the left bank. Finish the ride with a cool break at the Jardin des Plantes.

Guided tours of the city (on foot), the museum Ingres, theme (the cathedral, Protestantism, in Montauban route carved) are proposed. For more information, contact the Tourist Office in Montauban +33 5 63 63 60 60, or directly by email: info@montauban-tourisme.com

The city enjoys a calendar of festivals and events throughout the year.

January: "So Tell Festival" which contributes to the development of reading in the form of animations.

February: Forum marriage and Russian Film Festival.

March: Coupe de France dancesport, Night of the St. Patrick's Night Dance, Marathon and Conferences Olympe de Gouges.

April: Meeting and Exposition Canine Art.

May: Festival "So Sing," Heart of Festival City Youth Book Fair, Lily of the Valley Course.

June: Meeting of the sculpture, "the Bench, Monte" (festival of the circus), Music Festival, Arthouse Cinema Days Festival, the restaurant association of Tarn-et-Garonne, Feast of tastes and flavors.

July: Jazz Festival, Summer exhibition at the Musée Ingres, ATP tennis tournament, Feast of July 14.

August Dance Festival "Dance in place," Welcome to the campaign.

September: Country Line Dance (Country Festival), Carnival of the 400 blows, Sports Day, Heritage Day.

October: Concours Agricole Regional, Organic Fair, Hiking cycling, Evening Celtic Days Manuel Azaña.

November: Sunday Bouquinistes, Lettres d'Automne, honey Fair, Fair Housing, Fair Antiques, Art Exhibition by Independent Artists.

December: Christmas market and entertainment.

Service Groups of the Tourist Office Montauban offers tours through Montauban and Tarn-et-Garonne (by reservation). Whether day or several days, all groups are welcome!

Examples of excursions: Aveyron gorges, walking towards Moissac, slopes and hills of Gascony Lower Quercy, barge trips on the canal and the Tarn, cultural tourism, science, technology and cuisine.

Individual side, the Tourist Office and Heritage Centre offer a program of guided tours throughout the year. For more information, please contact the Group by calling +33 5 63 21 02 57, or by email: fgasset@ville-montauban.fr

National Place		View the Old Bridge and the Ingres Museum
National Place		Place Nationale, during the 400 Coups
Court of L. Pompignan		Court of Mila Cabarieu
Botanical Gardens		Cathedral
Old College		Museum Ingres
Market

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. -2°C - Max. 1°C

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 6°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 4°C

Au fil de l'eau Montauban In a quiet and pleasant contemporary style semi close to downtown in a privileged Located in Montauban From 35 € to 50 € per person

Le regalville Réalville Family kitchen open for lunch Monday night closes Wednesday evening and Sunday evening open on other nights of the week until April 15 by reservation only. Located 14.8 km from Montauban From 10 € to 15 € per person

Le pont Napoléon Moissac Beautiful charming bridge napoleonrestaurants table of our sonthe hussar recreation Areahotel restaurant poolstep v r p and tourism. Located 24 km from Montauban From 30 € to 40 € per person

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Le boudoir du Faubourg     10 Montauban In an eighteenth century mansion in the heart of Montauban, City of Art and HistoryPierrette and Alain Vernejoux open the doors of the Boudoir du Faubourg, guest house in the city ranked... Located in Montauban From 50 € to 80 € the double room

La maison occitane     10 L'Honor-de-Cos Perched on the ridges of Quercy, near Montauban, dux between villages, very quiet, nestled in lush greenery ideal point of view magnificent, comfort and space of guest rooms of the... Located 8.3 km from Montauban From 65 € to 80 € the double room

A l'ombre des chênes     9 Orgueil In the owner's house, you will be welcome with pleasure. The copious breakfast with bread, pastries and homemade jams are a real moment of conviviality. 2 upstairs bedrooms, spacious... Located 14.5 km from Montauban From 50 € to 70 € the double room

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A l'ombre des chênes   9.2 Orgueil In the shade of oaks, a small house functional, a dining room with a sitting area with sofa bed, a fully equipped kitchen, a bedroom with twin beds and a bathroom. On a plot of 1 hectare... Located 14.5 km from Montauban From 310 € to 410 € per week

A l'ombre des chênes Orgueil 'The Tower' is' the cottage adjoining the wagtails on the site 'In the shade of oaks', the house includes two bedrooms upstairs, a bathroom and toilet, a mezzanine with a desk, on the... Located 14.5 km from Montauban From 350 € to 500 € per week

Le verger des salvats Nègrepelisse Beautiful renovated farmhouse with many gout. Tranquilité 3 km of the village. Pool and large garden. Located 15.1 km from Montauban From 1400 € to 1900 € per week

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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 19.5 km from Montauban From 12 € to 14 € 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 23 km from Montauban

Camping fargogne    9.2 Puygaillard-de-Quercy Fargogne is an area of 13 hectares surrounded by hills, woods, heather, castles and picturesque villages. Services: Besides a large swimming pool, there is a sunbathing lawn and terrace... Located 24 km from Montauban From 13 € to 18 € per day

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Abbaye des Capucins Spa & Resort      8.8 Montauban L’Abbaye des Capucins Spa & Resort is located in Montauban, a 30-minute drive from Toulouse. It offers free access to the outdoor pool, spa centre and fitness room with cardio gym equipment.... Located in Montauban Room from 87 €

Hotel Kyriad Montauban      7.7 Montauban Hotel Kyriad Montauban is located 3 km from Montauban city centre. It offers simple decor air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and free Wi-Fi access. The... Located in Montauban Room from 42 €

Campanile Hotel Montauban      7.2 Montauban Located near the A20 motorway, this Campanile hotel is just 8 kilometres from Montauban's town centre and train station. It offers air-conditioned rooms and free Wi-Fi access. Rooms... Located in Montauban Room from 44 €

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