Saint-Martory was inhabited since prehistoric times. The caves of Tourasse, Azilian, and that the shelter Montconfort, the Reindeer Age, testifies. The village was besieged in 72 BC C. by Pompey. At these times, the village was called Calagurris. In the 11th century. and the 18th century., the city is under the control of the lords of Montpezat and counts of Comminges. In 1790, the village became capital of the canton and in 1794 took the name of Mountain Garonne. In the mid-19th century., Thanks to the Garonne, Saint-Martory experienced a boom period with the business paper. Its present name comes from a saint called "Martiry".
SIGHTSEEING
In the village, on the banks of the Garonne, you will find the church dating from the twelfth, 14th and 17th century. It seems that the early church was devastated in the 12th century. and rebuilt in 1397 by the chapter of Saint-Bertrand. Its bell tower has two towers. Romanesque gate is decorated with eight arches resting on columns with capitals. It comes from the abbey of Bonnefont (Proupiary).
On the heights of Saint-Martory (Mancioux road), you will see the first castle of the family of Montpezat dating from the 11th century., One of the oldest families of Comminges. By the late Middle Ages, the family settled in the plains and built the castle situated on the Garonne. You can see it from the Place Nationale.
You will cross the Garonne on the three-arched bridge. It was built between 1724-1727 has built a gate constituting the defenses of the ancient city.
In September: Heritage Days: guided tour of the Saint-Roch.
In September: Super Lotto.
In October: Lotto.
In October: Bal musette paying.
ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Visit Saint-Martory, so visit the Canton tourist rally (documents to the Tourist Office of Canton Saint-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.
Comingeoise house typical of the nineteenth century, tastefully renovated with a landscaped park of 3000 m². The cottages are independent home owners. Every comfort is present and you...
Located 13.7 km from Saint-Martory
From 55 € to 65 € the double room
Au pied du Moussaù
9
Orgibet
Located 700 m above sea level on the hills overlooking the village of Orgibet, in the valley of the Bellongue in Couserans Ariège, in the heart of the NRP. Its view of the massif is...
Located 23 km from Saint-Martory
45 € the double room
Les Tilleuls
9.9
Saint-Pé-Delbosc
Les Tilleuls is a typical Gascon Farmhouse, built in 1882, which over the years has been restored and maintained to a very comfortable standard, keeping many original features. Our...
Nestled in lush greenery bordering creek, this old mill offers peace, relaxation and tranquillité. Mitoyen of the owner's house, it was renovated according to the standards écologiques....
Located 12.8 km from Saint-Martory
From 350 € to 500 € per week
La Franluquière
Marignac-Lasclares
The Franluquière is an old house built in 1805, mud brick, nestled in a park of 5000m² completely enclosed and wooded area where you will discover refreshing shade under a small pond...
Located 23 km from Saint-Martory
From 600 € to 650 € per week
Le Calme & La Tranquilité
9.2
Montjoie-en-Couserans
Montjoie in couserans to 2 km from the shops and St-Girons St-liziez quiet and pleasant town, with T2 for 2 to 4 pers. Coin lounge kitchen 2 beds super-posed a pers. 1ch. lit 2pers....
The campsite is set on a ancient property of the 16th century. The land with its fields and forest parts covers more than 12 ha. At the one end the river Garonne flows by fringed by...
Located 8.8 km from Saint-Martory
From 16 € to 22.90 € per day
Camping Pré Fixe
Cassagnabère-Tournas
Pré Fixe is a family campsite of 43 pitches, 3 star, which is part of an environmentally friendly approach. Located in a small village of Comminges, the land is terraced and will offer...
Located in the medieval village of Aurignac, Hôtel Saint Laurans offers bright studios including free access to the fitness centre. There is a shaded terrace and a games room. The studios...
Located 9.1 km from Saint-Martory
Room from 50 €
Hostellerie Du Parc
7.9
Labarthe-Inard
Hostellerie Du Parc is located in Labarthe-Inard in the Comminges region. It offers peaceful accommodation with mountains views, a garden and free Wi-Fi. Each of the guest rooms has...
Located 11.6 km from Saint-Martory
Room from 48 €
Logis Hotel Du Commerce
7.8
Saint-Gaudens
Logis du Commerce is situated in the centre of St Gaudens, in southwestern France. It offers modern accommodation and a gastronomic restaurant. All the rooms at Hotel du Commerce are...
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