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Albi stops on Occitanie Rail Touri, the cathedral route

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Albi, stopover on the Occitanie Rail Tour

The Occitanie Rail Tour map allows you to identify the tourist stops on the rails of your vacation at a glance. Albi is one of the essential stops on the Cathedrals route. Favor gentle travel, board the next train and enjoy the journey. Rail Tour Occitanie passes through Albi Rail Tour Occitanie…

By Fabienne, on Nov 21, 2024

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Albigensian know-how: the artisan pastel maker

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Local craftsmen with real know-how!

Albi and the Tarn department are no exception to the collection of local know-how, local talents of which we are proud. A delight for the palate with our chocolatiers, cosmetic or artistic products based on pastel, mastery of the art of hand-glazed pottery... The spirit of the hand transcends these skills. Discover…

By Fabienne, on Nov 19, 2024

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November's assets

Whether you are a resident or looking for new discoveries, let yourself be guided and come and enjoy this month of November under the sign of music, exhibitions and discovery. Albi, already famous for its majestic Sainte-Cécile cathedral and its picturesque streets, offers this month again a program rich in cultural discoveries and in…

By Destination Experts, Oct 28, 2024

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striking paintings

The Sainte-Cécile Cathedral in Albi is more than 18m500 of paintings: a celestial vault, trompe l'oeil, historical paintings, one of the largest representations of the Last Judgement... Sainte-Cécile is the largest entirely painted cathedral in Europe. 2m18500 of striking paintings The vault of the cathedral and its 2 chapels are entirely painted.…

By Fabienne, on 18 Oct 2024

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Albi panoramic view of the Madeleine district

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How to visit Albi?

Albi is a unique city by the power of its brick ensemble, listed as World Heritage: The Episcopal City. In its brick setting, it reveals its architectural treasures, its art of living cultivated by the Albigensians, its remarkable natural heritage. Getting lost in the maze of the historic center encourages you to visit and…

By Fabienne, on 14 Oct 2024

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Cécile and Henri stay box - Albi Tourist Office

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The essential trip of Cécile and Henri

The essential trip of Cécile and Henri is an inspiring stay idea in Albi. A weekend in Albi, between urban strolls and unique discoveries in a 2 day/1 night package. A stay package starting from €99 per person... Book the REAL essential trip of Cécile and Henri! The essential trip, the ideal formula for a…

By Team C&H, on Sep 10, 2024

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Let’s Talk Architecture – Instagram Photo Contest

For the next edition of Parlons Architecture, @albitourisme, @parlonsarchitecture and @albitadam have proposed a new Tadam Challenge from August 13 to September 22, 2024. Travel through the Tarn and discover lost, forgotten, reused materials... A disinterlocking brick, an original trash can, a watering tub, a wreck in a field, an abandoned ruin, etc... Grab your phones, your digital devices,…

By Julien, August 21, 2024

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Albi, they tell you about it

Albi, the jewel of the South-West of France, attracts the attention of bloggers, influencers and media who discover its treasures and singularities. Through their stories and photos, they share their favorites and good tips to fully enjoy this city with its rich history and undeniable charm. 1 day - 1 postcard Collector…

By Fabienne, August 13, 2024

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Discover Albi A Tout Berzingue with Lorant Deutsch

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Albi… in All Berzingue

Discover the history of Albi with Lorant Deutsch! Ambassador of Albi, he reveals to you the secrets and particularities of our brick town: a journey through time and history in Tout Berzingue. Let yourself be drawn into this beautiful visit! Discover Albi in Tout Berzingue https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlM6NBqsQGs&t=172s A report produced in collaboration with…

By Fabienne, August 13, 2024

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paddle&co Albi - paddle rental and tavern

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A tavern in Albi

Sharing and conviviality are the key words! Nicolas and Quentin from Paddle&co promise you a getaway on the river in Albi, to relax in the freshness of the water, discover the Episcopal City from a very different perspective and live a great experience with family or friends. Starting point:…

By Fabienne, August 12, 2024

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Albi an all-tourism welcome, welcome to dogs and their owners in Albi

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Welcome to Toutou..ristes!

Visiting Albi with your doggie? Find a thousand and one ideas in our Toutourisme guide to get some air and stretch your legs in Albi. Come and see us at the Office de Toutourisme, a welcome kit will be given to your 4-legged friend and he can also cool off…

By Fabienne, July 27, 2024

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Oeno and spiritourism

The Gaillac vineyard is located at the gates of Albi. What a wonderful and delicious discovery to plan in addition to the Episcopal City of Albi. Guided tour to present the activity, the typicality of the vineyard, the know-how of a terroir, of course to taste and why not buy on site. You can also take part in friendly activities.

By Fabienne, July 19, 2024

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Visit Albi, move to the rhythm of summer

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How about your next outings this summer in Albi?

This summer, you won't be bored if you spend your vacation in Albi! Between exhibitions, sporting events, guided tours, museums, natural places, shows and gourmet markets... discover the program! Good tips for your summer in Albi The detailed program of your outings in the bins... Find…

By Fabienne, June 27, 2024

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Curiosity in Curio'cité

In the episcopal city of Albi, each district tells a story, each brick whispers secrets and nature blends harmoniously with heritage. Today, I'm taking you to discover Albi, one of the pearls of Occitania. It's up to you to choose the visit that suits you! In Gabarre on the Tarn: Navigate through History Embark…

By Fabienne, June 20, 2024

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Cécile and Henri's good tips on TikTok and Instagram, find them quickly!

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Tips from Cécile and Henri

Follow Cécile and Henri, the destination experts from the Albi Tourist Office, in their Albigensian experiences, in their discoveries of historic districts, in their gourmet or idle moments... Follow Cécile and Henri's Instagram on Tiktok by Cécile and Henri Cécile and Henri's summer! ☀️Cécile and Henri’s summer in #Albi began on…

By Team C&H, June 18, 2024

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Evening for our members

🎉On May 22, the Albi Tourist Office invited its members to a friendly evening to launch the season and announce the season's new features. An information evening for our members 👌 During this evening, Caroline Dubet, our member manager, presented the updated brochures: Tourist circuits and guide…

By Fabienne, June 06, 2024

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the Albi Tourist Office certified Tourism and Disability

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Tourism and Disability Labeling for the Albi Tourist Office

♿ The Albi Tourist Office is proud to announce its Tourism and Disability label for the four forms of disability: mental, motor, hearing and visual. Albi OT labeled Tourism and Handicap The Tourist Office has obtained its label, the result of rigorous and passionate work. Alexandra Lazanas, Tourism and Disability representative, qualified the territory’s offering,…

By Alexandra, June 06, 2024

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Treasure Hunt Fan

“Twice upon a time”... is the name of the summer 2025 treasure hunt, on the theme of Tarn history and heritage. The result is a superb luxury piece of jewelry in solid silver and precious stones. The treasure is on display throughout the duration of the game at the Albi Tourist Office. It was…

By Fabienne, June 04, 2024

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Back-to-school tips in Albi with Cécile and Henri

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Get moving with Cécile and Henri

Are you looking for the right reasons to (re)come and see us in Albi? Between festivals, gourmet markets, heritage days, sporting events, guided tours, head to “Destination Albi”! The top 5 music in Albi this summer! https://www.tiktok.com/@albitourisme/video/7254924314842074395?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7366190928501098017 https://www.tiktok.com/@albitourisme/video/7361045597522054432 https://youtu.be /Hh4Fo7ox6kk? if=eDE7nIRQWJaTuATj

By Team C&H, February 21, 2024

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Albi with the family with the Circuit Pourpre game booklet

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The purple circuit for 7-12 year olds

Welcome to Albi, a city rich in history and culture! To offer an unforgettable experience to little explorers aged 7 to 12, we offer them a fun travel diary to accompany their parents in visiting the historic center. Equipped with a booklet, ready for an exciting quest through the alleys…

By Team C&H, February 07, 2024

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Cécile and Henri’s gourmet trip

Cécile and Henri's gourmet trip is a weekend package to bite into Albi with gusto! We offer you a stay package for 2 days/1 night, from €150 per person... Book Cécile and Henri's Real Gourmet Trip Cécile and Henri's gourmet trip, an ideal package for your…

By Team C&H, January 29, 2024

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Cécile and Henri trips, weekend getaways from the Albi Tourist Office

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“Cécile and Henri’s” vacation continues!

Albi en partage: our good tips experts, Cécile and Henri, share with you their good tips, their discoveries, their photo spots. You too, be "Cécile and Henri", make your memories in Albi. Take advantage of this Albi interlude to discover the splendid Sainte-Cécile and the charming historic center alone or accompanied by a tour guide. After…

By Team C&H, January 13, 2024

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Albi Curio City of guided tours for all ages, on more than 45 different themes

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The most booked group tours in 2023

Visiting Albi as a group takes on all its charm in light of the comments of a tour guide. The Albi Tourist Office travel agency offers guided tours, full day with restaurant, stay. Many of you have trusted us and we will meet again for new experiences with your groups in 2024. The top 5…

By Team C&H, January 10, 2024

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Good deals 2023 in Albi, heading Destination Albi!

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Destination Albi 2024: our tips

The destination of Albi is fascinating and reveals its strengths over the months. So in 2024, if you (re)came to MAKE your happy memories in the episcopal city, an endearing and shared city? On the program: music, sport, gastronomy, shopping and of course ideas for discoveries,…

By Fabienne, January 09, 2024

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The Berbie Palace, former episcopal residence. Today a showcase for the Toulouse-Lautrec museum

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Visiting Albi

Top 3 of your visits to Albi! The atmosphere can be discovered at the bend of a medieval street, a square, a sunny terrace. In all seasons, Albi invites you to stroll and marvel. Our disabled audiences can take the pulse of the city with complete peace of mind. Also come visit us at the Tourist Office, we will be delighted…

By Alexandra, January 08, 2024

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Fly over Albi and the perimeter listed as World Heritage: above the roofs the cathedral, the Saint-Salvi collegiate church, the BErbie palace, the covered market hall

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Welcome to Albi, the red city!

Albi is a destination that arouses everyone’s admiration! From its impressive cathedral to its fascinating Toulouse-Lautrec museum, via the picturesque streets of the historic center, the Episcopal City of Albi will certainly be one of your travel favorites! Whether you travel alone or accompanied, discovering this jewel of the Tarn is entirely…

By Alexandra, January 08, 2024

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Aerial view from the gondola of a hot air balloon over the episcopal group, the covered market, the banks of the Tarn, the Saint Salvi collegiate church

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Albi unveils its treasures, 1 hour from Toulouse

About 1 hour from Toulouse, by train or car, Albi and its episcopal city, a jewel listed as World Heritage, are worth the detour, we promise. What if you opted for a (excellent) nearby destination to spend a few hours, a day, a weekend! You will enjoy your visit to Albi Visit the…

By Fabienne, January 04, 2024

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Albi and Place Savene by Natalia Loubet-Shilovskikh

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The top 10 articles you liked in 2023

Inspired by your readings in the Destination Albi blog, you enjoyed reading and sharing articles, experience suggestions, selections of services to plan your next visit to Albi.

By Fabienne, January 04, 2024

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Staying in Albi: hotels, bed and breakfasts, vacation rentals, campsites...

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And if you go for the weekend in Albi?

Why not dedicate a weekend to discover an entire area listed as World Heritage, 4 historic districts around two brick giants: the Sainte-Cécile cathedral (XNUMXth-XNUMXth century) and the Berbie palace (XNUMXth century). ) ? Discover Albi in a retro atmosphere? Why not. We offer "a trip for two..." no…

By Fabienne, on 04 Oct 2023

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Albi - XXL Selfie Place Sainte Cécile, share your vacation

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XXL selfie in Albi

How about a unique souvenir of your visit to the heart of the episcopal city of Albi?! Share your most beautiful selfies with the #selfiexxlalbi! Your XXL selfie from Place Sainte-Cécile! Visitors as well as Albigensians who follow social networks will appreciate the new XXL selfie device installed...

By Fabienne, on Sep 28, 2023

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Albi The Romanesque house, Saint Julien district

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Do you know the Fenasse house?

The Fenasse house is one of the two oldest civil Romanesque buildings in the Tarn with the Adelaide pavilion located in Burlats, near Castres. Where to find Maison Fenasse? La Maison Fenasse, located between the covered market and the Lycée Lapérouse, clearly marks the corner between rue Saint-Etienne and rue des Foissants.…

By Fabienne, on Sep 28, 2023

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Around Albi, the Réalmont Market in Center Tarn

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The Circuit in Center Tarn

Explore around Albi and opt for a day in the Center Tarn, a nature circuit par excellence and on the road to the dovecotes. Come and immerse yourself in the authenticity of a true and preserved nature, far from the main tourist axes. Enjoy your Albigensian stroll! This getaway suggestion is brought to you by Fabienne, Albi Tourist Office destination expert. Don't hesitate…

By Destination Experts, Sep 27, 2023

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Around Albi, hot air balloon flight - Ségala

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The Circuit in the Ségala Tarnais

Radiate around Albi, travel through the Tarn Ségala and discover the mining past of the Carmaux basin. Push the discovery towards Monestiés, medieval nugget. Enjoy your Albigensian stroll! IMMERSIVE DAY IN SÉGALA TARNAIS I invite you to discover a calm and preserved area: Le Ségala Tarnais! This getaway suggestion is brought to you by Mickaël, Office destination expert…

By Destination Experts, Sep 27, 2023

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Fishing in the Tarn river in the Tarn valley

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The Circuit in the Tarn Valley

After visiting Albi, be sure to shine around. Green nature and picturesque villages are at the gates of the city. Our suggestion: follow the Tarn Valley and go up along the river. Combine architectural stops with the green landscapes of the valley and why not take a break...

By Lisa, Sep 27, 2023

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Around Albi en route to the Bastides circuit

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The Circuit of the Bastides

Explore around Albi and opt for a day in the country of the Bastides, the circuit of the fortified villages of the XNUMXth century. Enjoy your Albigensian stroll! THE ALBIGEIAN BASTIDES: "A JOURNEY INTO LITTLE TUSCANY OF THE TARN" As a couple or as a family, discover the perched villages of the Tarn, a loop of…

By Destination Experts, Sep 26, 2023

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Meeting with… La Maison Labastide

MEET… Arnaud Elgoyhen, marketing & wine tourism director at Maison Labastide and discover the Gaillac vineyards, as you've never seen them before, through THE LEGENDE JOURNEY. Since 1949, Maison Labastide has been a major and historic player in the Gaillacois vineyard. It is the oldest and most important cellar…

By Julien, August 02, 2023

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Meeting with… The Castan Distillery

MEETING WITH... Sébastien Castan, 3rd generation distiller. First distillery in Occitania, VILANOVA Whiskeys are limited editions, with unique characteristics that we invite you to discover. https://youtu.be/q26890EPSlg An adventure initiated in 1941 by Gilbert Castan. For 3 generations, the Castan family has shared a passion for spirits and the experience of distillation. The project of…

By Julien, on July 05, 2023

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Alexis Taoufiq - Best Worker in France Bartender

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Meeting with… Tastebuds Cocktails à la française

MEET... Alexis Taoufiq, Meilleur Ouvrier de France Barman who invites you to discover his exclusive collection of high-end ready-to-serve cocktails delivered throughout France. After a hotel training in Strasbourg, he travels and begins to practice both in Swiss palaces and in cocktail bars in Melbourne, Australia.…

By Julien, on 04 Apr 2023

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Around Albi - Penne a dizzying fortress, 1 hour from Albi

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Penne, a vertiginous fortress

Young and old, set off to conquer the Fortress of Penne, an eagle's nest overlooking the Gorges de l'Aveyron! Less than an hour from Albi, dive into the past. By visiting this XNUMXth and XNUMXth century fortress, the Middle Ages will have no more secrets for you. Mecca of Catharism and the Crusade against the…

By Fabienne, on 03 Oct 2022

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Discovery Music Tour

Visit Albi in music! Discover or rediscover the episcopal city of Albi in an intimate and original way! The Discovery Music Tour is a visit to the historic center, punctuated by unusual concerts in symbolic places. The Discovery Music Tour is a visit to the historic center, punctuated by unusual concerts in symbolic places, to (re)discover…

By Fabienne, on Sep 28, 2022

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In Albi, think about eco-gestures, even on vacation

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Eco-gestures on vacation, we think about it

You are staying in Albi You are renting a holiday, staying in a bed and breakfast or at a hotel, you can maintain your eco-gestures simply by taking care to: do not waste or pollute water, by turning off the electrical appliances and lights in a room when you are not there, by managing the air conditioning or…

By Fabienne, on Sep 27, 2022

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Albi - Create your holiday experiences and memories in Albi

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Destination Albi, factory of experiences

What if you also made your souvenirs in Albi? Albi, a destination where we like to (re)come. 1 hour from Toulouse, Albi is a showcase of architectural riches, museums and picturesque streets. Visit Albi in 360°, fly over the Episcopal City The virtual tour of Albi Albi, a factory of emotion UNIQUE city by the power of its whole…

By Fabienne, on Sep 27, 2022

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Meeting with… Michel Lucien

MEETING WITH... MICHEL LUCIEN, author of "Pigeonniers du Tarn" at the Domaine du Buc, a family château at the gates of Albi. The author Michel LUCIEN is passionate about photos. He immortalized a very large number of dovecotes during walks, hikes and tourist stays in the eight departments of the region with to date…

By Julien, on 13 Sep 2022

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