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Tours
Day Trips
Najac
As one of the 140 Most Beautiful Villages in France, Najac is a must-see for any tourist trip to the France. Najac is a medieval village with the quaint houses and cafes that are typical of this region. After a 20 minute drive from the Auberge through the French countryside, you can be eating lunch with a view of the Chateau de Najac. Built in 1253, the castle has maintained its structure and has been recognised as a historic monument by the French ministry of Culture.
From May – August, Najac hosts a weekly market on Sundays (8am- 1pm) as well as a night market with live music and great food on Wednesday.
Villefranche de Rouergue
Villefranche (VdR) is a bastide town that was founded in 1252 by the Count of Toulouse, Alphonse de Poitiers. The central square is exceptional and with the Place Notre-Dame is an almost perfect bastide town centre. The Catherdral was built over two centuries, starting in 1260.
VdR has unique French boutiques and cafés throughout its cobblestone streets. The principal church, Notre-Dame, was finalized in 1581 and resembles the historic Gothic architecture of the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. The best thing that Villefranche has to offer is on Market Day. The largest market in the region is on Thursday morning throughout the year.
Cordes sur Ciel
This well preserved little town sits high on a hilltop in southern France in the Tarn, which forms part of the Midi-Pyrénées. The bastide town of Cordes sur Ciel is is 40kms from the Auberge. It is also only 25kms from both Gaillac and its surrounding amazing vineyards, and from the cathedral town of Albi.
For those who enjoy hiking, Cordes offers a beautiful aerial view of the city and the fields in which it surrounds. Along the hike, there are many fantastic boutiques which sell range of goods from unique pottery and gourmand foods to art and handcrafted knifes. At the top of the city, you can reward yourself with a refreshing glass of wine and a much deserved meal at the variety of restaurants available. For those who do not wish to walk up but want to experience the view, there is a shuttle.
this area lends itself to outdoor living for much of the year and visitors often return time and time again, sometimes going on to buy a property as a holiday or permanent home. You will never be short of something to do when you visit Cordes sur Ciel, as there is so much to explore and enjoy here every day.
For details of market days and forthcoming events, see the following useful links:
http://cordessurciel.eu/visiting/visiting-cordes-sur-ciel/visiting-the-town
Other Weekly Markets
Cordes sur Ciel
Saturday Morning
Produce; books; clothing; crafts
Les Cabannes
Wednesday Morning
Mostly locally produced food
Gaillac
Friday
A big traditional market: general goods are sold in the town centre and food stalls are in the Place du Griffoul
St. Antonin Noble Val
Sunday Morning
Large market featuring local produce, pottery, clothes and gifts
Albi
Saturday Morning
A traditional French market in a fabulous town
Castres
Saturday Morning
Featuring local specialty food and drink
Carmaux
Friday Morning
Over 200 stalls, features local foods
Réalmont
Wednesday Morning
A big traditional French market with over 100 stalls
Graulhet
Thursday Morning
Traditional general market
Weekly Organic Produce Markets
Albi
Tuesday: 5pm - 7pm
Plan to see the Cathedral and the shopping in the town
Gaillac
Tuesday: 4pm - 7:30pm
Book a wine tour in one of the many local wineries
Castres
Thursday: 4pm - 7:30pm
Book a wine tour in one of the many local wineries
Flea Markets & Attic Sales
Albi
Saturday Morning
Flea Market
Cahuzac-sur-Vère
Sunday: 8am - 6pm
Flea Market
Graulhet
Sunday: 7am - 6pm
Flea Market
(2nd & 4th Sunday of the month)
Overnight Excursions
Toulouse
As one of the 140 Most Beautiful Villages in France, Najac is a must-see for any tourist trip to the France. Najac is a medieval village with the quaint houses and cafes that are typical of this region. After a 20 minute drive from the Auberge through the French countryside, you can be eating lunch with a view of the Chateau de Najac. Built in 1253, the castle has maintained its structure and has been recognised as a historic monument by the French ministry of Culture.
From May – August, Najac hosts a weekly market on Sundays (8am- 1pm) as well as a night market with live music and great food on Wednesday.
Montpellier
As one of the 140 Most Beautiful Villages in France, Najac is a must-see for any tourist trip to the France. Najac is a medieval village with the quaint houses and cafes that are typical of this region. After a 20 minute drive from the Auberge through the French countryside, you can be eating lunch with a view of the Chateau de Najac. Built in 1253, the castle has maintained its structure and has been recognised as a historic monument by the French ministry of Culture.
From May – August, Najac hosts a weekly market on Sundays (8am- 1pm) as well as a night market with live music and great food on Wednesday.
Bordeaux
As one of the 140 Most Beautiful Villages in France, Najac is a must-see for any tourist trip to the France. Najac is a medieval village with the quaint houses and cafes that are typical of this region. After a 20 minute drive from the Auberge through the French countryside, you can be eating lunch with a view of the Chateau de Najac. Built in 1253, the castle has maintained its structure and has been recognised as a historic monument by the French ministry of Culture.
From May – August, Najac hosts a weekly market on Sundays (8am- 1pm) as well as a night market with live music and great food on Wednesday.
Cannes
As one of the 140 Most Beautiful Villages in France, Najac is a must-see for any tourist trip to the France. Najac is a medieval village with the quaint houses and cafes that are typical of this region. After a 20 minute drive from the Auberge through the French countryside, you can be eating lunch with a view of the Chateau de Najac. Built in 1253, the castle has maintained its structure and has been recognised as a historic monument by the French ministry of Culture.
From May – August, Najac hosts a weekly market on Sundays (8am- 1pm) as well as a night market with live music and great food on Wednesday.