Pampelonne

Pampelonne

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownPampelonne
Insee code81201
Postcode81190
Latitude44.1249890
Longitude2.2466190
AltitudeFrom 250 to 561 meters
Surface36.40 km²
Population771 inhabitants
Density21 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townAlbi (at 30 km, 34 min)Sainte-Gemme at 6.7 km (7 min)
DepartmentTarnAlmayrac at 7.1 km (7 min)
RegionMidi-PyrénéesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

At the junction of the Tarn and Aveyron, on the set of Segala, Pampelonne is a charming village. Pampelonne is an ancient country house of 13th century royal created by the Seneschal Eustache de Beaumarchais. This time the ancestral remain open square in particular houses, and a corner tower in the village. Less than 5 minutes from the future highway Rodez-Toulouse Pampelonne is both peaceful and de-embedded.


SIGHTSEEING

A Pampelonne, you can play bowling pampelonne a traditional bowling experience every Saturday during the months of July and August.

Outside the village on a rocky outcrop, the ruins of the castle dominate the meander Thuriès Viaur. The Viaur includes several mills, such as that of Bondouy and that of Touren for the common Pampelonne.

Pampelonne today is a village life, its place in hickory lawn while the charm.

Since 2002, following the initiative of some Pampelonne, the Association of Heritage Preservation Pampelonne, undertook the renovation of some Oustalous Sécadous or on the hiking trails around the village. The nature trail shows the whole diversity of flora lush meandering Thuriès, it is listed by signage that is both attractive and educational. Under the influence of three different climates, more than 60 trees and shrubs are to be discovered during an invigorating and informative tour.

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Information pointsVisitor Information Centre of Pampelonne

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Pampelonne is a mecca for hiking. Over 15 tours allow you to discover during a family outing or sporting an hour a day to the charms of the valley and plateau Viaur Ségala. These circuits are marked and maintained.

Throughout the summer on Wednesday evenings from July to August, outdoor dining on the square Fabre, followed by free dance organized by the Festival Committee.

Rental canoes and kayaks to camping during the summer also possible.

The celebration of books and greed takes place the first weekend of July. Sixty authors and stands goumandises share the shade of trees. Entertainment and fun are key words of these two days of festivities.

Pampelonne annual celebration of the first weekend of August, with activities, rides, ball, bocce and dinner organized by the Festival Committee.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Circuit discoveries accessible to the entire family, these thematic tours trails you explore an aspect of Segala with explanatory panels: Peasants minor circuits, circuit Infournats to Jouqueviel. Loop 8 km from the chapel of Infournats. Fauna and flora of the valley Viaur. Heritage Tour-de Lagarde Viaur. Loop in the village. History-Lagarde Viaur and valley. Circuit of the valley of the crusade in Salles-sur-Cérou. A walk with a length of 5.5 km takes you to the time of the Albigensian Crusade.

Drive circuit: the circuit of the valley of the Tarn and Segala you discover about 160 km of the sights.

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Introduction to wood turning and trainingCraft40 €Sauveterre-de-Rouergue (12 km)

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Bridge Thuriès
 
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WEATHER
Wednesday 22 May
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Min. 7°C - Max. 20°C
Thursday 23 May
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Friday 24 May
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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le Clot Chambre d'Hotes    
9.6
Tauriac-de-Naucelle
Le Clot Chambres D'Hotes is an ideal place to spend a relaxing break away from crowded coastal resorts. Come and stay at our beautifully restored 18th century stone built farm house...
Located 5.5 km from Pampelonne65 € the double room 
Chambres et table d hotes lamartco    
9.5
Padiès
In the countryside, near valley albi tarn and charming farmhouse restored with authenticity, very flowery. POOL (9X5) in wilderness. Delicious kitchen with local produce and products...
Located 12.7 km from Pampelonne60 € the double room 
Ginestous, Bor et Bar  
Bor-et-Bar
A spacious and bright room with comfortable private bathroom, reading room, 2 private entrances, private terrace overlooking garden and green fields. Quiet, authentic, full of char...
Located 14.8 km from Pampelonne75 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
L'Ecole aux Hirondelles  
8.8
Lescure-Jaoul
Located in the old village school house is built this past year. An hour's drive from Albi tourist site world heritage of UNESCO.Stone house on three levels of livingground floor: living...
Located 12.7 km from PampelonneFrom 250 € to 450 € per week 
Robin des bois, cadre boisé, près rivière  
9.3
Bor-et-Bar
Aveyron, near Tarn. Beautiful wooded setting, surrounded by nature for this character house in the Valley River Wild Viaur and it will accommodate up to 8 persons: 110 sqm, four bedrooms,...
Located 14 km from PampelonneFrom 270 € to 610 € per week 
Laurélie, 12270 Bor et Bar, Aveyron  
9.6
Bor-et-Bar
Beautiful traditional Rouergue house in hamlet, valley of the Viaur. Terraces with panoramic views, enclosed courtyard, parking. Living room / dining room 44 m² with exposed beams,...
Located 14.1 km from PampelonneFrom 300 € to 600 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping du Bosquet    
9.5
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...
Located 20 km from Pampelonne 
Camp redon  
Livers-Cazelles
The campsite is located in the beautiful area between the rivers Tarn and Aveyron. In this hilly area forests alternate with fields of rapeseed, corn and sunflowers, or with one of...
Located 21 km from PampelonneFrom 16 € to 23 € per day 
Le Moulin de Julien    
8.9
Livers-Cazelles
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 23 km from Pampelonne20 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hôtel des Voyageurs    
8.1
Tanus
Situated in the centre of Tanus, this hotel features a traditional restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and air-conditioned rooms with TVs and free Wi-Fi. Albi is only a 20-minute drive...
Located 6.2 km from PampelonneRoom from 49 €
Hotel du Viaduc du Viaur - Chez Valerie Restaurant    
8.5
Naucelle
Located in the village of Saint Martial, 4 km from Naucelle, this hotel overlooks the Viaduc du Viaur countryside. It features a heated indoor pool, a solarium and a private garden....
Located 6.8 km from PampelonneRoom from 48 €
Hotel Le Gambetta     
8.3
Carmaux
Located in the centre of Carmaux, this hotel offers free Wi-Fi internet access and air-conditioned guest rooms. Guests are invited to relax on the terrace or in the on-site bar. Each...
Located 10.9 km from PampelonneRoom from 55 €

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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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