Bed and breakfast in Albi

Gastronomy in Albi

The Tarn prefecture boasts a notable culinary heritage, best illustrated by its charcuterie and meat specialities. If you love to cook, choose the best local produce at one of the local markets. The colourful stalls at the Madeleine and Place Fernand Pelloutier markets are sure to be a delight to discover! You're on holiday and don't necessarily want to spend time behind the stove. What's more, no-one prepares Albigensian culinary specialities better than local restaurateurs. We recommend stopping off at the Jardin des Quatre Saisons, L'Esprit Kokotte or Le Lautrec, three renowned establishments on the banks of the Tarn. In winter, it's great to warm up with a tasty pot-au-feu such as Mourtayrol, a popular dish in the Albigeois and Quercy regions. Boudin galabart is another typical dish that whets holidaymakers' appetites. Easily identifiable by its black colour, it is often used in tarts or shepherd's pie. Gourmets also love to try Cassoulet, accompanied by a local Tarn wine. If you're feeling peckish, try Croquant de Cordes or the delicious Navette albigeoise.

Activities in Albi

. Part of this destination's appeal lies in its cultural offering. It boasts some of the most visited museums in the Tarn and Occitanie. Fashion enthusiasts should definitely pay a visit to the museum of the same name, which takes visitors on a wonderful journey through time. Also well worth a visit is the Musée Toulouse-Lautrec, located in the historic centre and showcasing various works by the great painter and draughtsman, who died aged 36.

Are you particularly interested in the historic heritage of the Tarn? Enter the superb Cathédrale Sainte-Cécile! Its great Gothic organ and flamboyant stained glass windows leave no tourist indifferent. Next, we invite you to explore the Collégiale Sainte-Salvi, a masterpiece of Languedoc Romanesque art! There's also the Pont Vieux (Old Bridge), an edifice that blends in beautifully with the town's landscaped surroundings. Those with a taste for sport will want to stop off at the Golf de Lasbordes, which boasts a course much appreciated by specialists in the discipline.

Must-see sites around Albi

Albi enjoys a privileged location in the Occitanie region. Indeed, it is close to very dynamic cities such as Montauban and Toulouse. The former attracts holidaymakers thanks to its Natural History Museum and superb Saint Jacques Church.

The pink city is not to be outdone, with must-see monuments such as the Basilique Saint-Sernin, the Pont Neuf and the Eglise des Jacobins. There are also many interesting sites within 40 minutes of your bed and breakfast in Albi. How about a visit to the Musée Goya and a walk in the Parc de la Gourjade, both located in the charming town of Castres?