Técou

Técou

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownTécouCadalen at 3.1 km (3 min)
Insee code81294Brens at 6.6 km (7 min)
Postcode81600Peyrole at 8.8 km (11 min)
Latitude43.8438530Gaillac at 8.9 km (9 min)
Longitude1.9491080Lagrave at 8.9 km (9 min)
AltitudeFrom 160 to 325 metersMontans at 9.1 km (9 min)
Surface19.40 km²Labessière-Candeil at 9.4 km (11 min)
Population810 inhabitantsFénols at 9.4 km (10 min)
Density38 inhabitants/km²Lasgraisses at 9.7 km (10 min)
Chief townAlbi (at 18.9 km)Puybegon at 9.8 km (12 min)
DepartmentTarnGraulhet at 11.6 km (13 min)
RegionMidi-PyrénéesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

The origin of Técou the 13th century by Henry de Montfort second, as the Abbot of paréage Candeil. Abbey Candeil in Albi, in the order of Citeaux, filiation of Clairvaux was founded in 1152 and brother Gausbert was its first abbot. That of Clairvaux had his establishment at St. Bernard in 1115. Citeaux, in the order of St Benedict dated back to 1098. Candeil Abbey is a Cistercian abbey, the monks were specialized in wine culture, as in Burgundy, Nuits-Saint-Georges.

The origin of Técou in 1277 shows a frame country house in the village, with a circular plan to dominate the plain below. One entry in the village was accepted by protection of the place. The religious and military defense are mixed in the Middle Ages.

One note on the village square the presence of a very old building with buttresses and loopholes. The angle of the brick house large and elongated, one can see the plain of Gaillac below. A remarkable and startling sight not to be missed, over a fleet of box and oak trees to admire.

Upon arrival from the road from Gaillac-Graulhet, the walled town of Técou, known for its legendary wine cellar, in fact draws its expertise in the Cistercian monks of the Abbey of Candeil, history has somewhat obliterated. One can admire the fortified town of Técou from the road on its proud medieval motte, with the steeple of the Church of St. Andrew later, as reconstructed.

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WEATHER
Saturday 11 February
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Sunday 12 February
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RESTAURANTS 
Les pasteliers
Lavaur
Our two dining rooms welcome you in a warm and relaxing, relaxing and tasting. Our service is simple and quality. Our chef Christophe Coral will delight your taste buds. We demand a...
Located 19.2 km from TécouFrom 10 € to 30 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le nid de l'ecureuil  
Gaillac
3 cottages renovated, insulated and air conditioned, licensed Clévacances 3 keys to my house with a shaded parking surrounded by a fenced garden. They are independent on the 2nd floor...
Located 7 km from TécouFrom 53 € to 58 € the double room 
Bleu pastel    
9.4
Gaillac
Bourgeois town house dating from the late Second Empire, decorated in a Gustavian, decorated with a romantic walled garden with two bedroom cottages can accommodate one to four people....
Located 7.7 km from TécouFrom 65 € to 70 € the double room 
L'aigueverte    
9.3
Montans
Between Toulouse and Albi, in the heart of the Gaillac vineyards and country houses on the circuit, the Aigueverte is ideally situated for exploring a rich historical and cultural heritage....
Located 10 km from Técou65 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Les chalets de Fiolles  
9.5
Brens
2 km from Gaillac and along the Tarn, a set of 12+ 4 tents/lodge housekeeping cottages for 4 personnes. Sur place, swimming pool, jacuzzi, canoes, games room, green... We provide linen...
Located 6.8 km from TécouFrom 320 € to 570 € per week 
Maison Aigueleze - 81600 Rivières Tarn
Rivières
Recent house comfortable, single storey, quiet on the leisure of Aiguelèze. Between Albi and Gaillac. Ideal for recreation, tourism, fishing and other...
Located 8 km from TécouFrom 320 € to 480 € per week 
Le chuquet  
8.8
Senouillac
Cottage 55 m² in a former wine farm in the heart of the Gaillac vineyards.  It includes an inlet and an independent terrace. The accommodation comprises a living room with kitchenette...
Located 10.9 km from TécouFrom 275 € to 400 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Aire Naturelle La Rigaudié  
Giroussens
Located in the countryside, is a family camping or staying calm and rest. Pool and mini farm will entertain you. The campsite is situated between Albi, Cordes, Toulouse, Castres and...
Located 15.3 km from Técou9.60 € 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 21 km from TécouFrom 10 € to 14 € per day 
Le Moulin de Julien    
9.6
Cordes-sur-Ciel
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 Técou20 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hôtel Akena City Albi Gaillac     
8.3
Brens
Akena City Gaillac is set next to the A68, a 15-minute drive from Albi, in the quiet city of Brens. It offers rooms with air-conditioned rooms that are serviced by a lift. There are...
Located 4.9 km from TécouRoom from 37 €
Chambres d’hôtes Château Touny les Roses    
9.6
Lagrave
Located in the Tarn Valley, between Albi and Gaillac, this charming bed and breakfast is set in a 7-hectare site and offers an outdoor swimming pool and a French garden. Each of the...
Located 6.3 km from TécouRoom from 103 €
Domaine Du Green     
8.7
Rivières
This residence is situated around a golf course, and offers a wellness centre and apartments with views of the golf course. It is situated on the outskirts of Albi. Apartments at Domaine...
Located 7.5 km from TécouRoom from 45 €

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Tarn
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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