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Province : Tarn - Les montagnes de granite

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    • Castres, a city in the central massif, is the birthplace of Jean-Jaurès, crossed by the Agout on both sides, displays a dry and hot Mediterranean summer climate, thanks to its geographical position and the strong presence of the wind. autan. Castres is populated by more than 40,000 people, it is a dynamic city, which was at the beginning of the 20th century, the 1st city of the Tarn thanks to its industries. You will walk there today with pleasure and enjoy its many attractions. The city is nestled against the river, the old craftsmen's houses are built at the foot of the Agout. Built in the Middle Ages, each of them had a cellar for working leather and other materials with a washhouse directly overlooking the river. These colorful houses have their feet in the water, like a "little Venice", their corbelled balconies are very pretty. Enjoy a magnificent view from the Pont Vieux.
      Wander Place Jean-Jaurès: completely pedestrianized, it hosts the market and open-air events all year round. Visit the Francisco Goya Museum, to discover the works of this painter and other Spanish artists. The National Center is a museum that presents the life of Jean Jaurès, a native of Castres. It is a museum highlighting multiple information on the political thought of the time, the ingenious museography makes this content very interesting for all and at all ages. Continue to the 17th century Saint-Benoit Cathedral and nearby, the Jardins de l'évêché, designed by Le Nôtres, author of the gardens of Versailles. A 17th century Episcopal Palace houses the Town Hall. In the city, you will also find the Tour Saint-Benoit and a large number of mansions.
      You will discover other charming green spaces in Castres such as the Jardin du Mail, the Frascaty Garden, the Parc Briguiboul, the Parc de Gourjade... And if you are looking for even more green space and nature, go you walk to the Sidobre site, a strange and mystical granite quarry... with huge rocks, waterfalls...

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Randonnée Boucle de la Parulle

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Castres

Address

1 Rue de l'Hôtel de ville, 81100 Castres

Contacts

Phone : 05 63 71 58 58

GPS coordinates

43° 36'14.09"N, 2° 14'28.65"E

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