Cécile and Henri, the Albigensian brand of your trips
Cécile and Henri are the hallmark of the weekend ideas offered by the Albi Tourist Office and the signature of your next trips to the heart of the Episcopal City. Discover the range of products and listen for good deals from our destination experts. Gift boxes for your next stay in Albi To make…
Tips from Cécile and Henri
Are you looking for the right reasons to (re)come and see us in Albi? Between festivals, heritage days, sporting events, guided tours, head for “Destination Albi”! https://www.tiktok.com/@albitourisme/video/7275321300690685216?lang=fr https://www.tiktok.com/@albitourisme/video/7251530799630044443?lang=fr
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 soon in stores...
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…
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…
The holidays of “Cécile and Henri”
Sharing Albi: "Cécile and Henri" share with you their good holiday plans, their discoveries, their photo spots. You too, be "Cécile et Henri", make your memories in Albi. https://youtu.be/MV0HE4IERJU Take advantage of this Albigensian parenthesis to discover the splendid Sainte-Cécile and the charming historic center alone or accompanied by a tour guide. After the…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
Treasure Hunt Fan
Le Secret de Lapérouse is the name of the summer treasure hunt, on the theme of Tarn history and heritage. At stake, a superb gold coin dating from the reign of Louis XVI worth 1200 euros. The treasure is on display for the duration of the game at the Office of…
Oeno and spiritourism
The Gaillac vineyard is located at the gates of Albi. What a marvelous and gourmet discovery to program 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 the spot.
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.…
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…
The essential trip of Cécile and Henri
Cécile and Henri's essential trip is an inspiring idea for a stay in Albi. A weekend in Albi, between urban strolls and unique discoveries in a 2 day/1 night formula. A stay package from €99 per person... The essential trip is an all-inclusive formula including: one night in a *** hotel in the…
The gourmet trip – Cécile and Henri
Cécile and Henri's gourmet trip is a weekend formula to sink your teeth into Albi! We offer you a stay package for 2 days/1 night, from 150€ per person... The gourmet trip is an all-inclusive package including: one night in a *** hotel in the historic center on a…
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). ) ? The bridges in May are very tempting not to plan a trip to…
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…
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...
striking paintings
Sainte-Cécile cathedral is more than 18m500 of paintings. It is one of the largest painted cathedrals in Europe. Here is an excerpt from the program "Des Racines et Des Ailes: Entre Tarn et Garonne, from Albi" broadcast on Wednesday 2/11/11 on France 20 and France.tv. We never tire of seeing and reviewing this…
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…
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.…
Christmas wanderings
Open your eyes, dream, wander... On the program for your Christmas outings in Albi: Illuminations, mapping, gastronomic and craft market, panoramic carousel, Ferris wheel, concerts... A wide program of magical activities offered by the City of Albi to enchant the end of year celebrations. From the giant fir tree on Place du Vigan to the pedestrian streets in…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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...
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…
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…
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