Montricoux

Montricoux

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Located on the right bank of the river Aveyron, the common Montricoux, an area of 2644 hectares, is situated in Bas-Quercy along the foothills of the Massif Central at a point where the river out of limestone gorges to flow in the plain. Hence the name "Doors of the Gorges de l'Aveyron".

The territory of the commune Montricoux has been inhabited since Paleolithic times, as evidenced by the flints have been found in various places. This is certainly the location and diversity of terrain, which favored the establishment of the first men in this country.

At the time of the Gauls, the Region is located in Montricoux belonged to the people of "Cadurci", which gave its name to the Quercy and Cahors its capital.

History Montricoux was particularly marked by the founding of an Order by the Templars of Vaour (Tarn village a few km away) in the 13th century. A Montricoux, the Templars did build the first tower and a castle which they joined side their monastery. The keep much higher than it is now, included a low vaulted room, with no opening behind that close loopholes on the south facade. Above, there were three floors and a crenellated platform. At the corners were four turrets corbelled embattled also, in the north-west is the spiral staircase that served the various floors, you could access it through a door into the castle and a gallery forest in the Within the lower hall, at the first floor. The construction of the tower was completed in 1287. The castle and its outbuildings were destroyed in the 16th century during the Wars of Religion, by a fire caused by an attack by the Calvinists of Montauban, only the tower was saved, the symbol of lordly authority, he will be sadly mutilated during the Revolution of 1789 by the population. He stayed long in a state of ruin before its walls were not leveled and a roof is put in place.

Although a church is already present in the 8th century, may be the site of one that exists now is the Templars that we most certainly the construction of the oldest part of the present church, the which is the entrance porch which belongs to the Romanesque tertiary 12th century. Montricoux The tower, added after the right side of the church of Saint Peter, dates from 1549. Built on the model of those Negrepelisse Caussade and in line with the bell style "Toulouse" and like the most famous among them the Basilica of Saint Sernin in Toulouse, bell Montricoux as his two older towns nearby, consists of a square base with stone flanked by a turret which rises a spiral staircase also has 82 stone steps. This base serves to support an octagonal brick tower with a height of 12.65 meters, composed of three parts pierced with mullioned windows arc miter. At the base of this tower is the first gallery and to reach the second located at the top, you have to take a wooden staircase with steps made of 62 steps. Gargoyles shaped chimeras mark the corners of the octagon.

Browsing through streets and alleys, you can admire beautiful houses with wood sides and few openings for Frame remarkable. Vestiges of the old ramparts remain flanked by three towers that reflect the rich historical and architectural heritage of the village. Originally a fourth round there behind the church was demolished along with three doors surmounted by turrets that gave access to the town: the Lower Gate to the west, the high door to the east and the Porte Saint - Antoine face of Aveyron in the center of the wall.

The first name is known Montricoux first "Mormacus" then Mons-Riculf which will in Occitan Mount Ricolfi and later Mount Ricos which means Mount rough, rough (Monricos).

The village and its houses with wood sides.

Marcel Lenoir Museum: Open from April to October.

Great Fair St. Eutropius, the last Sunday in April: garage sale, entertainment ...

Hiking, canoeing, swimming ...

Gorges de l'Aveyron.

The main street		Ramparts
Center Street Village		House Village

Friday 19 March Day Night Min. 10°C - Max. 20°C

Saturday 20 March Day Night Min. 11°C - Max. 18°C

Sunday 21 March Day Night Min. 7°C - Max. 16°C

Hostellerie du parc Cordes-sur-Ciel In the plain at the foot of the ramparts of heaven on strings, it is an elegant home bourgeoisedu nineteenth century it is good or enjoy the air time ilot charming greenery and shade... Located at 27 km from Montricoux From 25 € to 65 € per person

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La Maison d'hôtes Chez Delphine      Puycelci 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 at 11.7 km from Montricoux From 55 € to 65 € the double room

Les Iris     Montalzat In the countryside, Gertrude and Jean-Pierre welcome you in this former rectory where a nice and cozy guest room for two persons has been developed. The room in the ground floor of... Located at 16.6 km from Montricoux 50 € the double room

La Vigne et Le Blé     Salvagnac Bed and charm on the road Bastides of Tarn near Gaillac, Albi, Cordes-sur-Ciel, Toulouse and Montauban - Ranked 3 épis Gîtes de France 4 large and beautiful rooms with private bathroom,... Located at 19.6 km from Montricoux From 52 € to 65 € the double room

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Le verger des salvats Nègrepelisse Beautiful renovated farmhouse with many gout.tranquilité 3kms of the village. pool and large garden Located at 7.6 km from Montricoux From 1400 € to 1900 € per week

Gîte de Montcéré Penne In the neighbourhood of several famous medieval villages : Bruniquel, Saint-Antonin de Noble Val, Cordes-Sur-Ciel , … House 150m², 3 bedrooms, 6 people (possible 6 to 10 people). This... Located at 7.8 km from Montricoux From 331 € to 877 € per week

Le gîte du Bois du Pouget - Clévacances  SPECIAL OFFER La Salvetat-Belmontet Perched on a hill and located near a wood, this housing offers to the amateur nature, the ideal foot with ground to discover Quercy Vert and its base of leisures: fish, bathe, tennis,... Located at 14.1 km from Montricoux From 250 € to 420 € per week

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Camping *** Le Clos Lalande     Montricoux In full heart of this natural privileged framework and calms gorge of Aveyron in the Tarn and the Garonne 82, has two steps of a city medieval, the camp-site close it lalande awaits... Located in Montricoux 14,20 € per day

Camping le Faucon d'Or   Montricoux Open April 1 to October 30, 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 in Montricoux

Camping fargogne  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 at 9.5 km from Montricoux From 13 € to 18 € per day

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Chez Terrassier    8.6 Vaïssac Chez Terrassier is located in a central square in the village of Vaissac, surrounded by the beautiful countryside of the Midi-Pyrenees region. It boasts a gorgeous outdoor swimming... Located at 6.2 km from Montricoux Room from 46 €

Les Hameaux Des Lacs  8.4 Monclar-de-Quercy This small holiday village consists of comfortable and well-equipped chalets, surrounded by lakes in a pretty forest. Enjoy a covered heated swimming pool, tennis court and barbecue... Located at 11.9 km from Montricoux Room from 38 €

L'hostellerie Des Lacs    Monclar-de-Quercy The Hostellerie Des Lacs is located in Monclar de Quercy, in a peaceful area in the heart of the Quercy. All rooms are comfortable and have a lake view with Wi-Fi internet access. The... Located at 12.3 km from Montricoux Room from 43 €

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