Albi
the episcopal city
Located in the southwest Située dans le sud-ouest de la France of France, in the Tarn, Albi is a city dans le département du Tarn, Albi est une ville with a powerful charm and a thousand-year-old history. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2010, Albi seduces with its exceptional heritage, its cultural richness and its gentle landscapes.
Called « Red City » due to its constructions with brick ocher, typic from the region, Albi has a strong identity, both medieval, gothic and southern. The city has developed since the Antiquity, but it’s during the Middle Ages that she grows, particularly thanks to the business and its its central religious role.
During the XIIIe century, Albi is in the hearth of the the albigensian crusade, a major conflict against the
Cathars, considered as heretics by the Church. Next to these events, the city becomes a strong eclastic seat whose traces are still visible today in its emblematic monuments.
Red city
Only 1 hour from Albi by car, ideal if you want to take a break in this beautiful town and organise and walks in nature. You can discover what makes its charm, its gastronomy and its popular colors. Our camping near Albi gives you the opportunity to spend one or more days visiting the most beautiful corners of the Tarn, enjoy it!
historical and cultural sites
- The “Old bridge” : Medieval bridge of the XI century, sill used, offering a beautiful point of vue on the city.
- Episcopale city (Listed UNESCO) : A group of monuments including the Sainte-Cécile cathedral, the Berbie palace, the old ramparts and the gardens.
- House of Vieil Albi : 15th-century half-timbered house, museum on the town’s medieval history.
museums
- Museum Toulouse-Lautrec : the largest collection of the Albigensian painter in the world.
Le L.A.I.T (Laboratoire Artistique International du Tarn) art centre- Museum Lapérouse : Dedicated to the explorer Jean-François de Galaup de Lapérouse, born in Albi.
parks & walks
- L’Échappée Verte : Urban walking trail over 4 km long, crossing parks and the banks of the Tarn river
- Parc Rochegude :
Large wooded park with aviary, sculptures and ponds. - Cruise le Tarn en gabarre : a traditional boat trip to discover the city from the river.
vibrant neighbourhoods
- Old Albi :
Historic quarter with cobbled streets, half-timbered houses, craft shops and art galleries. - Place du Vigan
The lively heart of the town, surrounded by cafés, restaurants and shops.- Les Halles du Castelviel :
A small covered market and local hub, with fresh produce and regional specialities.
