Surprising Toulouse
Toulouse truly lives up to its name as the pink city.
The pink hue of the bricks in its buildings and homes gives it an unmistakable charm.
Toulouse is known for its unique atmosphere.
Discover the historic center with prestigious Renaissance houses from the 16th century.
The beautiful Capitole Square is the heart of the city.
This very lively square is surrounded by beautiful buildings.
The Capitole, a building from the 16th century, serves as both the city hall and the theater.
Behind it is a 16th-century donjon, the old Archive Tower, which now houses the Office de Tourisme.
There are many churches in the old city. The Basilica of Saint-Sernin, with its octagonal bell tower, a masterpiece of Romanesque art, is very well known.
The Musée des Augustins is well worth a visit.
Stroll along the Garonne on the Henri Martin promenade and through the Daurade district and enjoy this part of the city.
In the lively streets of the old center, you will find a variety of cafés and shops.
It’s a great place to shop or to relax on a terrace. In Toulouse 'by night', the monuments of the old city are atmospherically illuminated.
Toulouse is also focused on the future and on innovation.
Think, for example, of the space center.
Take a tour of the Airbus factories and see with your own eyes how an airplane is built.
Our tip
The nature in the Ariège is overwhelmingly beautiful. The rolling hills almost make you feel like you are in Tuscany, while in the background you can see the high peaks of the Pyrenees. There are fast-flowing mountain streams, remarkable caves, and beautiful reservoirs.