Top Things to do in Midi-Pyrénées
Top Hotels in Midi-Pyrenees
10 Architectural Buildings in Midi-Pyrénées That You Shouldn't Miss
Stretching from the wooded Dordogne to the towering peaks of the Pyrenees, this vast region is a popular winter sports destination, but one without the hordes that besiege the Alps. Spring's melted snows lure kayakers and rafting enthusiasts. In summer, amateur and advanced hikers take to the hills.
Restaurants in Midi-Pyrenees
1. Cathedrale Sainte-Cecile
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4,251 reviews
Reviewed By soloflyer2018 - Brisbane, Australia
The magnificent brick building with its amazing Gothic entrance is very hard to describe because it is so huge and apparently the largest brick Cathedral in that part of the world. But... when you enter inside that is when your breath is taken away...it is beautiful. Although it is a French Cathedral the Art is Italian and it is spectacular. I actually visited more than once because I could not absorb everything. The history, the color, the Art ,amazing and a definite "must see" in Albi.
2. Chateau de Gudanes
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
3. Palais Niel
4. Place Savene
5. Hotel de Felzins
6. Theatre du Capitole
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4.5 based on 1,286 reviews
Reviewed By billand1 - Vienna, Austria
The main hall on the second floor is of unparelleled beauty in terms of design and paintings as well as pictures on the walls. Great history is obvious!
7. Chateau of Gramont
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4.5 based on 137 reviews
The only part remaining of the original medieval castle is the tower of Simon de Montfort to which the existing forecastle was added in the 14th century. The main body, which was built between 1530 and 1545 in the style of the Italian Renaissance, boasts façades decorated with sculptures which will undoubtedly be of special interest to the visitor. The various rooms are enriched by their antique furnishings. Open: > 1st February to 31st March: from 2 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. > 1st April to 30th April: from 10 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. > 2nd May to 30th June: from 10 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. > 1st July to 31st August: from 10 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. > 1st September to 31st October: from 10 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. > 2nd to 30th November: from 2 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. > 1st December to 31st January: upon appointment. Last admission 45 minutes before closing time. Closed: > Mondays from 1st September to 30th June. > 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 5,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 4 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups
8. Maison Jeanne d'Albret
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
9. Eglise Abbatiale Sainte-Foy
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4.5 based on 643 reviews
Reviewed By ginsengNewYork
This abbatiale has been and still is an important stop for hikers and pilgrims on the Road to Compostella. Its stark beauty is enhanced by the modern, milky stained glass windows by Soulages , reminiscent of the first abbatiale windows covered simply with parchment paper. The Tympanum representing the Last Judgement over the main door is simply miraculous! You wonder how it survived religious wars , or the French Revolution...It looks like a comics book, especially with the devils trying to influence the Judgement in order to send more humans to hell...It must have terrified people in the Middle Ages! Don't miss Frere Jean's explanation in the evening, nor the night visit of the abbatiale 2nd story while organ is played down below. The Brothers Community is extremely welcoming and helpful!
