Sorèze

Sorèze

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownSorèzeDurfort at 2.2 km (3 min)
Insee code81288Cahuzac at 3.3 km (4 min)
Postcode81540Saint-Amancet at 3.8 km (4 min)
Latitude43.4527080Revel at 5.3 km (6 min)
Longitude2.0662729Belleserre at 6.2 km (7 min)
AltitudeFrom 204 to 781 metersDourgne at 7.7 km (8 min)
Surface41.64 km²Palleville at 8.8 km (10 min)
Population2550 inhabitantsMassaguel at 10 km (11 min)
Density62 inhabitants/km²Vaudreuille at 10.2 km (13 min)
National labelGarrevaques at 10.2 km (11 min)
Chief townAlbi (at 67 km, 66 min)Les Cammazes at 10.5 km (12 min)
DepartmentTarnVerdalle at 11.1 km (11 min)
RegionMidi-PyrénéesSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

The city of Sorèze is located in the Tarn-South, on the borders of three departments, Haute-Garonne, Tarn and the Aude, in the Parc Naturel Régional du Haut Languedoc, at the foot of the Montagne Noire, sources Canal du Midi. Discover Sorèze, houses with wood sides and cantilevers (sixteenth and 17th centuries), its artisans and artists, the steeple Saint Martin (fifteenth century), the Municipal Museum, the oppidum Berniquaut and of course the Abbey School Monument, historic 17th and 18th centuries.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The Abbey School: Monument History 17th and 18th centuries. Its history is linked to education in France, Europe and the world because of its international recruitment. She became one of twelve royal military schools in the reign of Louis XVI.
  • The oppidum Berniquaut: ancient village, hiking.
  • The bell Saint Martin (fifteenth century), a historical monument.
  • The Municipal Museum: Exhibition of antique glass, gallery and archaeological exhibitions.
  • Route historical city center. Tours, Programs for groups (information at the Tourist Office).
Detailed information
Leisure centresLeisure Centre of Saint-Ferréol
Natural sitesForest of Crabes-Mortes

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Every year, theater, music ... and symposia at the Abbey School.
  • Organ concerts in the church.
  • Market Books: 1st Sunday of each month.
  • May: "Done" from the book.
  • June: Festival of Arts - Festival of St John.
  • July: Day of the Dog - Music Festival at the Abbey School - Concert Orchestra National du Capitole.
  • August: General Holiday August 15 - Great Fair (3rd weekend): book fair, garage sale, flea market, street artists, crafts, local products, day of the horse.
  • September: Autumn Salon: Paintings and sculptures - Heritage Days (3rd weekend).
  • November: Bavarian Evening

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Lake St-Ferreol: World Heritage of UNESCO. The oldest book of this nature built in Europe. It was built in the 17th century by Pierre Paul Riquet to feed the Canal du Midi. Activities supervised swimming, sailing, canoeing, boating, pedal boating.
  • Many streams, rivers and lakes will seduce lovers of the fishing
  • Hiking: in a privileged natural environment, hiking, equestrian, mountain bike
  • Walks in 4x4, caving, paragliding ...
  • Circuit Pigeonlofts
  • Canal du Midi
  • Fun Stuff Mountain, the Plain Fun Stuff: family walks or bike on foot
  • Lake Lampy
  • Handicrafts in Durfort (copper, tin, leather, basketry)
  • The Abbeys of St. Scholastica and Calcat
  • Circuit de la Montagne Noire
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WEATHER
Monday 13 February
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Min. -8°C - Max. -1°C
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. -2°C - Max. 1°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. -1°C - Max. 7°C
RESTAURANTS 
Le tournesol
Sorèze
17th century building in Ceour a medieval village, specialty cassoulet.
Located in SorèzeFrom 15 € to 45 € per person 
Auberge de Saint Julia
Saint-Julia
L'Auberge de St Julia offers traditional cuisine and fresh ingredients prepared by a chef. The reception and frame are also treated to welcome you warmly. The Inn is located in a medieval...
Located 14.3 km from SorèzeFrom 15 € to 35 € per person 
Auberge du Poids PUblic  
7
Saint-Félix-Lauragais
Hotel-restaurant located in a charming village in lauragais for a relaxing stay and fine food and as for seminar or group meals and family. Sights around, close to Toulouse-Albi and...
Located 14.6 km from SorèzeFrom 55 € to 80 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Domaine de Bel Air Bas  
Les Cammazes
At the heart of the Montagne Noire and the Parc Naturel Régional du Haut-Languedoc, in a privileged environment, the Domaine de Bel Air Bas (601 m) warmly welcomes you to a beautiful...
Located 4.9 km from SorèzeFrom 50 € to 56 € the double room 
Les Peyrounels    
9.5
Dourgne
VWithin a pastoral framework, over the first slopes of the Noire mountain Peyrounels dominate the plaine. Une old farm of xviième entirely restored. Roomy and comfortable rooms with...
Located 5 km from Sorèze56 € the double room 
Gite En Azemar  
Dourgne
Two lovely guest rooms labeled Gites de France, spacious and comfortable, in an old farmhouse in the countryside, stay calm and relaxation, and discovery of the Black Mountain.
Located 7.4 km from SorèzeFrom 50 € to 55 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Domaine de Miraval  
9.4
Belleserre
Situated at he foot of th Montagne Noire, in a peaceful environment, 8 chalets benefit from the surrounding scenery. Wel spaced from each other and well designed, they will ensure you...
Located 3.7 km from SorèzeFrom 320 € to 750 € per week 
Le Ribet  
9.2
Lempaut
Lodging for 4 to 10 people. Garden with swimming pool, place to park the car. (groupe up to 18 guests)
Located 8.5 km from SorèzeFrom 290 € to 580 € per week 
Gîte 'Les Volubilis'
La Pomarède
1st floor apartment of an old farm lauragaise inhabited by its owners. Equipped with every comfort, it features a large living / dining room and kitchen, opening widely to the south.,...
Located 12.1 km from SorèzeFrom 300 € to 600 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping de montolieu   
8.8
Montolieu
Enjoy the campsite reception Montolieu, 100m² well-defined location, spacious and functional health, washing machine, playground for kids, games room, meeting room with free wireless...
Located 19.8 km from SorèzeFrom 10 € to 14 € per day 
Camping*** domaine St-Laurent / Aude    
8.8
Montferrand
Between Toulouse and Carcassonne, near the Canal du Midi and several lakes, the St. Lawrence area welcomes you on 21 acres of unspoiled nature with pool, ping-pong, playground, sauna,...
Located 21 km from SorèzeFrom 14 € to 22 € per day 
Camping st pierre de rousieux    
10
Serviès
Located in the heart of nature, our campsite delight all those who seek quiet and simple pleasures, far from the hectic city. Young and old will find on-site recreational activities...
Located 23 km from SorèzeFrom 10 € to 14 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hôtel & Spa Abbaye Ecole de Sorèze     
7.2
Sorèze
Listed as a historical monument, Hôtel Abbaye Ecole de Sorèze is set in a former abbey in a large park. It is located 25 km from Castres, between Toulouse, Albi and Carcassone. A wellbeing...
Located in SorèzeRoom from 51 €
La Renaissance     
8.8
Revel
Hotel La Renaissance is located next to Saint-Ferreol lake, close to the UNESCO listed Montagne Noire in the Midi-Pyrenees. It provides comfortable accommodation with an outdoor swimming...
Located 3.7 km from SorèzeRoom from 55 €
Hotellerie Du Lac     
8.1
Revel
Facing the St Ferreol Lake, this charming hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a sauna. It is surrounded by beautiful forests and the Gateway Regional Natural Park of Haut Languedoc....
Located 3.9 km from SorèzeRoom from 62 €

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