Holidays in the Midi-Pyrenees region of France

Rolling green countryside holding fortified towns and villages, the Midi-Pyrénées is the largest and most sparsely populated region of France has an air of the past in its daily life and the many farmers markets add to the atmosphere.

The Midi-Pyrénées region holds much more than this however, where ancient château and historic buildings abound, and the landscape can change from the plains to dramatic gorges and climb up to the ski resorts of the Pyrénées, the largest being the Barèges-La Mongie resorts, with Plateau de Beille noted for its cross-country runs.

On the banks of the river Garonne, Toulouse, the capital of the Midi-Pyrénées, is known as 'la ville rose', its older buildings being built from rose-red brick. Among many attractions of this city are its unusual Cathedral and its Saint-Sernin Basilica.

Cahors is a captivating old town with its picturesque Valentré Bridge, its cobbled medieval streets and enclosed gardens.

In excess of 4 million people visit Lourdes each year, the majority pilgrims to the Grosse Massabielle where Bernadette Soubirous experienced her visions of the Virgin Mary in 1858.

An ideal way to see the beauties of this region is to take a boating holiday

on the river Lot, starting from Douelle some 23km from Cahors.

Main tourist offices
Albi Cahors Montauban Rodez
Saint Gaudens Tarbes Toulouse

Cruising the River Lot.

Wide gorges and towering limestone cliffs will be part your journey as you travel through some breathtaking scenery and amazing highlights such as the medieval town of Cahors and the fascinating Pech Merle caves. The Lot valley is renowned for the wild birds that can be seen including majestic eagles, colourful kingfishers and graceful herons. A bird watcher's delight.

Walking holidays in the
Val d'Azun 2010
WALKING THE PYRÉNÉES - VAL d'AZUN
Villages, peaks, forests, alpine meadows....the Val d'Azun: "valley of light"! This area's unique geographical situation provides exceptional sunshine and an aura which bathes every detail of the landscape - hamlets, fields, woods, streams and vistas - in a special light.

Each day you'll choose between two different itineraries. One is an easy route, suitable for walkers at any level, in which you stroll from one place of interest to the next. The second option is a route designed for those with a bit more experience, in which you do longer walks leading to exceptional vista points.

In selecting accommodations, we have given special emphasis to comfort, the aesthetics of the surroundings and, above all, gourmet-quality gastronomy.

* * A natural balance between dreamy pastoral landscapes and excellent local cuisine.
* Comfortable accommodations situated in beautiful alpine settings.
* Choice of routes each day, to suit your ability and personal preferences.

Tripcode:FRSW005
Duration:8 days: Type:self-guided
PRICE FROM:EURO 538/PERSON
Challenge:Moderate difficulty, two itineraries to choose from each day.
Accommodation at a 2-star hotel, an alpine lodge, a village inn and a guesthouse.
Start:Argelès Gazost: Finish:Argelès Gazost
Trip availability:Any day of the week (except Fridays) from 01 May to 10 October.

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SELF CATERING APARTMENTS	operator PV-Holidays
	Résidence P&V Le Pic du Midi [La Mongie] Surrounded by incomparable natural views Close to the slopes and resort. High comfort with various leisure areas Summer season 19/06/10 to 28/08/10
	Résidence P&V Le Sequoïa [Pyrénées 2000] A family resort surrounded by forests. Faces due South. Close to the principality of Andorra and to Spain. Summer season 03/07/10 to 28/08/10
	Résidence P&V Les Rives de L'Aure [Saint Lary Soulan] Located 20 km from Spain Famous for its thermal baths Numerous possible hikes Summer season 01/05/10 to 18/09/10
	Résidence P&V Les Trois Domaines [Ax Trois Domaines] A residence ideally located at the heart of the village A thermal spa for the relaxation and relief Andorra and treasures of the valleys of Ax in the vicinity Summer season
	Résidence Maeva Le Montana [La Mongie] Spacious and welcoming apartments All the resort facilities nearby Many activities and walks in a magnificent natural site Summer season 03/07/10 to 21/08/10

Holidays in Midi-Pyrénées

Holidays in
Midi-Pyrénées