Prepare your stay in Montauban & the Forbidden Forest Experience!

Discovering the

Historic heart

Feel like taking a break to prepare your program and enjoy a drink before hitting the streets? Then head for the city’s most popular spot, a must-see in Montauban! Place Nationale. Lay your eyes on this emblematic square, and you’ll be captivated by its historic charm and friendly atmosphere, all the more lively on market days, Saturday mornings.

A true living beauty, atypical and magnificent, where the freshness of the water mirror mingles with the scent of cocktails. Place Nationale is an architectural gem that bears witness to the region’s rich history. Arcaded buildings, picturesque facades and sculpted details create an atmosphere that transports you back in time. Its unique architecture and water mirror are an invitation to stroll, explore and soak up theunique atmosphere. Open spaces and café terraces add that extra touch of dynamism. There’s no doubt that you’ll enjoy sitting in one of the cafés, sipping a drink and watching the local life unfold before your eyes. You’re sure to be infected by the bustle and energy!

Welcome tothe City of Ingres!

Did you like the place? Your curiosity has been piqued! Now you’re ready to discover the rest of the city!

You don’t really know it yet? Here’s our advice:

Discover Montauban with ” Wivisites “, geolocated audio-guided tours. Download the app, choose your route (1h or 1h30) and off you go, strolling through the pedestrian center at your own pace. A stroll punctuated by commentary and enlightening information on Montauban’s rich history!

Audio tours – Wivisites

Fussy phone network?! Don’t worry, you can also pick up the Heritage Centre brochures at theTourist Office reception desk and set off to discover our pink city with :

For older visitors, the Parcours Montauban brochure to admire the treasures of a city proud of its glorious past. Stroll through the narrow streets to discover the town’s mansions, the Place Nationale, the Musée Ingres Bourdelle, the Church of Saint Jacques and the Cathedral, not forgetting the magnificent view from the Pont Vieux…
For the little ones, the zig zag booklet is there to help them discover the city’s secrets in a fun way.

If you want to eat out, there are plenty of good places to eat in the town center:

Les Terrasses de l'Empereur

The Arcades

Le Flamand

O'Temple Bar irish pub

Le Fort by la Pyramide

Visit

the MIB

and other museums

Do you prefer museums? Then plunge into art history with an exceptional collection of drawings and paintings, and a major collection of sculptures…

Ingres and Bourdelle invite you to visit the Musée Ingres Bourdelle, known in Montalban as the “MIB”.

Modernized and digitalized, the museum awakens all your senses! Even your taste buds, with a gourmet break in the “Chez Madeleine” tea room.

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Other museums

There are other museums to visit in Montauban, with different themes, but always in the company of enthusiasts. We recommend that you discover the wealth of collections in these establishments. Please note that the Museum reopens on December 1!

Toy Museum

Museum of the Resistance and the Combatant

Victor Brun Natural History Museum

Montauban

Secret

Does the city hold any secrets for you? We’re sure you’ll find many more surprises in store!

Did you know that Montauban is a veritable open-air art gallery?

Takea stroll and discover unique works of art right in the heart of town.

As you stroll through the city, the “ Focus Street Art ” brochure lets you discover the art! Here are our tips for discovering the most beautiful drawings: it’s right here! Find out more On your street-art stroll, you’ll pass a host of cultural venues, from art galleries to cafés and theaters – that’s what the city of Ingres is all about! Montauban boasts a high-quality, eclectic program.

The streets of downtown Montauban are also filled with sculptures. Marc Dautry, Flavio de Faveri, Jean Suzanne and Jean-Louis Tripp, joined by Patrick Bertaud and Corinne Chauvet, have delivered their creations in bronze, metal or stone.

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You can also hunt for Invaders:

Download the location map

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Shopping in Montauban

Wednesdays and Saturdays are market day! So why not fill your gourmet basket?

The Saturday market is one of the biggest in the region, with over 190 stalls of sun-drenched produce from local producers.

Here are our tips for finding our partner producers at the market

For a touch of cheese, opt for the succulent cheeses from Ferme du Ramier. Edith and Hélène, the 2 daughters, perpetuate the family know-how that goes back 4 generations. Don’t worry if you don’t recognize them at the market: they’re all dressed up in canotiers, with their lovely smiles and lilting accents! When it comes to preserves, you’ll also find La Fabric’ des Pibouls, where Julie and Clément raise, process and market the produce from their free-range pig farm. If you haven’t heard of them yet, discover the vins de Pays des Coteaux et Terrasses de Montauban. In Montauban glasses, rosés are lively and fruity, reds supple and elegant, whites highly aromatic and fresh. Mainly planted on the gravel of the Aveyron terraces and the clay-limestone slopes, the Montauban vineyards are planted with Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon, Tannat, Gamay, Syrah, Jurançon and Merlot. You’ll find all these flavors at the Domaine de Montels vineyard.

La fabric'des Pibouls

La Ferme du Ramier

Le Domaine de Montels

Good to know

If you’re a short-distance enthusiast, this is the place to go for an escape tinged with 100% south-western flavors, to find great products and participate in the local economy.

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Want to extend your gourmet discovery? Head for our partner delicatessensChez Léonard, Epicerie le 15 or Délices Lamarque, which offer original, high-quality products from small local artisans.

Meeting point in the historic center

Discover our nugget boutiques

The streets of the city center are brimming with small boutiques, each more original and appealing than the last. Take a peek in the windows, bring back a souvenir or simply go shopping! Our selection :

I take my time

There’s still time to discover Montauban, which has yet to reveal all its secrets…

For those who like to take their time and enjoy a wide range of outdoor and/or sporting activities, Montauban is the ideal destination!

Looking for a breath of fresh air? Meet us at the Montauban marina.

This is where land and water meet. It’s an ideal place for a stroll. Welcome to Port Canal! Located just a stone’s throw from the town center, Port Canal is a haven of peace and greenery, offering a complete change of scenery. The gentle ripple of multicolored boats, the chirping of birds and the accents of onlookers set themood. On site, we recommend: For a seaside vacation atmosphere, opt for the Cabanes du Port… a complete change of scenery, set in summer lounges with your feet in the sand. A magical spot to admire the colors of the canal during the day and the sunset in the evening. Alternatively, discover the brand-new Logis du Port stopover, which is both a gîte d’étape and a boutique forlocal producers and artists, where you can rent your bikes and set off for a stroll in the charming, relaxing surroundings of the voie verte bike path.

Fancy a cruise?

On the Tarn or the canal? to go upstream or downstream? to learn more abouthistory or nature? The Compagnie fluviale du Midi offers a wide range of cruises, some of which even feature local gastronomy. Consult their program and book your moment out of time:

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River activities

Sports activities

And many other activities

Montauban is a sporty town, and we’re proud of that reputation. There are many sports and leisure facilities in the area. Discover the list and plan your pumptrack session, or get ready for the adventure of an escape game! It’s a long list, but don’t be fooled into thinking you can do it all!

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