Culture and Heritage

Do you like walking in beautiful villages, discovering the architectural, cultural and historical heritage of your vacation spot ? You like old stones, pretty churches, places steeped in history to explore... Cultural outings are your pleasure and on vacation in Toulouse and the Pyrénées , you want to see the 1001 castles, remains, medieval marvels ! For enthusiasts of various learning, the insatiable curious.

According to my cultural desires, offers you articles on towns, villages and bastides. We have explored for you major tourist sites, others more confidential, pearls to discover... Museums, interpretation centers... Nothing will escape you !

The Haras National de Tarbes, immersion in the equine world

The Haras National de Tarbes, immersion in the equine world
The Haras National de Tarbes, immersion in the ...

Tarbes

Passionate about architecture, horses or simple visitors wishing to discover the heritage, the visit of Haras de Tarbes is a real immersion in the equestrian world of yesteryear. Discover the ...

Arreau, a jewel of the Pyrenees on the edge of Spain

Arreau, a jewel of the Pyrenees on the edge of Spain
Arreau, a jewel of the Pyrenees on the edge of ...

Arreau

At the crossroads of the Aure and Louron valleys, the village of Arreau is nestled harmoniously in a mountain setting between the Col d'Aspin and the Col de Peyresourde. Shaped at all times by the ...

What to do in Pamiers? The essentials and the unusual!

What to do in Pamiers? The essentials and the unusual!
What to do in Pamiers? The essentials and the  ...

Pamiers

Strange territory that Ariège! Rich in unique destinations, its small towns scattered here and there reveal its many facets. In the shadow of the most popular Ariège towns to visit such as Foix, ...

The medieval town of Mirepoix, an architectural jewel of Ariège

The medieval town of Mirepoix, an architectural jewel of Ariège
The medieval town of Mirepoix, an architectura ...

Mirepoix

Located in the heart of the Cathar country, between Foix, Toulouse and Carcassonne, the fortified town of Mirepoix has been able to resist enemy attacks as well as those of time to reach us today ...

10 unusual visits in Toulouse

10 unusual visits in Toulouse
10 unusual visits in Toulouse

Toulouse

You want to get off the beaten track and live extraordinary experiences. So you are wondering what are the best activities to do in Toulouse? What are the most amazing sites? We take you to ...

Visit Toulouse on foot

Visit Toulouse on foot
Visit Toulouse on foot

Toulouse

If Toulouse is nicknamed the " pink city ", it is also a green city, where it is very pleasant to travel without a car. Between its pedestrian streets, its cycle paths and greenways, its parks and ...

Unusual visit of the Convent of the Carmelites of Pamiers

Unusual visit of the Convent of the Carmelites of Pamiers
Unusual visit of the Convent of the Carmelites ...

Pamiers

Among the countless treasures hidden in Ariège and the Pays de Foix, some small towns of character offer a real step back in time. Nicknamed "the city with three bell towers", the former ...

The authentic 18th century pharmacy in Saint-Lizier, one of the most beautiful in France

The authentic 18th century pharmacy in Saint-Lizier, one of the most beautiful in France
The authentic 18th century pharmacy in Saint-L ...

Saint-Lizier

Centuries of history and a singular spiritual dynamism have bequeathed to Saint-Lizier in the Couserans a rich cultural and religious heritage – including five monuments listed as World Heritage ...

Travel back in time to the Castle of Laréole

Travel back in time to the Castle of Laréole
Travel back in time to the Castle of Laréole

Laréole

During your stay in Haute-Garonne, do not forget to stop at the Château de Laréole. Its exterior originality makes it one of the flagship sites of the department. The centuries have followed one ...

Castelnau-d’Estrétefonds: discovery of the heritage of this pretty village

Castelnau-d’Estrétefonds: discovery of the heritage of this pretty village
Castelnau-d’Estrétefonds: discovery of the her ...

Castelnau-d'Estrétefonds

Located about twenty kilometers from Toulouse, as the crow flies, the village of Castelnau-d'Estrétefonds smells of Occitania. And not only thanks to its proximity to "the pink city", but also by ...

Camon, a medieval fortified village in the heart of the Cathar Country

Camon, a medieval fortified village in the heart of the Cathar Country
Camon, a medieval fortified village in the hea ...

Camon

Steeped in history and full of charm, the Ariège villages are always the promise of great discoveries. Perched at the top of a hill in an abundant natural setting, the village of Camon well ...

Bastide de Grenade: a new medieval town

Bastide de Grenade: a new medieval town
Bastide de Grenade: a new medieval town

Grenade

While you are in Haute-Garonne, stop in Granada to discover the unique bastide built in Hauts Tolosans. This place, steeped in history, is a must-see! As you stroll through the alleys, you will ...

Les Forges de Pyrène: a journey through time to discover the old trades

Les Forges de Pyrène: a journey through time to discover the old trades
Les Forges de Pyrène: a journey through time t ...

Montgailhard

Before the industrial age, everyday objects depended on the talent and ingenuity of craftsmen. This know-how passed down from generation to generation has left in Ariège a magnificent heritage ...

The fantastic and wonderful universe of the Pamiers Magic Museum

The fantastic and wonderful universe of the Pamiers Magic Museum
The fantastic and wonderful universe of the Pa ...

Pamiers

In Ariège, at the foot of the first foothills of the Pyrenees, the town of Pamiers has some wonderful surprises in store for visitors looking for something unusual. In the heart of the city ...