Midi-Pyrenees
The region's important agricultural tradition (poly-culture, sheep farming in the mountains); suffered a large population exodus due to the Industrial revolution.
A very contrasted landscape, with the mountains reaching more than 3000m (providing excellent skiing), whilst further to the north there are fertile plains beside the rivers for agriculture.
During recent years an important electronic, avionic and space industry, has been centred around Toulouse. This has provoked radical changes in the local infrastructure and communications network.
Regional capital : Toulouse
Departments / Counties of Midi-Pyrenees
| Number | Departement | Capital |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | Aveyron | Rodez |
| 82 | Tarn et Garonne | Montauban |
| 81 | Tarn | Albi |
| 65 | Hautes Pyrénées | Tarbes |
| 32 | Gers | Auch |
| 31 | Haute Garonne | Toulouse |
| 9 | Ariège | Foix |
| 46 | Lot | Cahors |
Camping
Cruise, tour, trips, visits
Clair de la lune
Barging under the sun, a Mediterranean meander along the royal green ribbon.Gites, Bed and breakfast, Chambres hotes
Chateau de Seguenville
The Gascon Chateau, situated 35 minutes from Toulouse airport, offers a style. On fine days our round swimming pool is a delight to our guests. Our chateau provides the perfect base from which to discover Gascony.Landmarks
Lisle sur Tarn
13th century fortified townLocal websites
Ski chalets
Skiing in the Pyrenees
The Pyrenees offer excellent skiing slopes, the great advantage is that the region is less expensive and less crowded than the Alps... By the way, the moutanins here are very beautiful.
