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Between country houses and vineyards
The Gaillacois Circuit
This magnificent walk alternates between undergrowth, centuries-old vineyards, Albi fortified towns, and curves for the greatest pleasure of motorcyclists. From Gaillac to Lagrave, we ride in a loop on beautiful wide roads with long, very smooth bends and small winding roads in forests such as the Grésigne forest. Moreover, on the way, we can come across a few deer or roe deer, so stay vigilant! On this circuit crossing eleven villages, each stage holds beautiful discoveries, in particular the wines of Gaillac for oenophiles: to be enjoyed at the end of the ride in moderation.
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Tarn treasures
The Circuit of the Albigensian Bastides
Once governed by charters, these medieval cities offer a real adventure in time. Among the 25 stages of the circuit, we appreciate the crossing of the alleys lined with corbelled houses still equipped with bridges, the arcades on the squares, the 16th century style residences, the fruit crops like that of the Verger Puycelsi Conservatory, Romanesque churches and houses with twin windows... Between dream and reality, what bikers prefer in the summer months are the night illuminations at Milhars and the freshness of Bonnan Valley.
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Famous grape varieties
The Gaillac Vineyard Circuit
The story goes that when it was integrated into the Narbonne Gaul of the Romans, Gaillac acquired grape varieties that today make its wines world-renowned. On the white side, the “Len de l'el”, the Mauzac and the Sauvignon. On the red side, the Duras, the Braucol and the Syrah. These color more than the wines of Gaillac and offer the vineyard a palette of authentic tastes. From Gaillac to Graulhet, we crisscross 23 stages of the vineyard while enjoying the richness of the heritage. The opportunity to discover the Salette Castle, property of the Toulouse-Lautrec family, and taste wine!
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Land of Pilgrims
The Toulze Path
Between Gaillac and Lisle-sur-Tarn to Rabastens, we crisscross the roads between cypresses, pines and hillsides. These landscapes with Tuscan accents make us travel, nose in the wind. Moreover, in the past, pilgrims took this road to go to Santiago de Compostela. Today, we take advantage of the many castles and estates crossed to nourish our wine culture. A stop at Castle of Saurs allows you to observe its magnificent dovecote. As for the Domaine de Borie Vieille, it offers the opportunity to meet an enthusiast and discover his latest vintages!
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Hills and fields
The road from Rabastens to Montgaillard
Throughout the seasons, it is a veritable palette of striking colours, sometimes volcanic, sometimes verdant. Hands on the handlebars and free as the air, we ride between hills and fields of sunflowers. Like a painting on canvas, the natural landscapes evoke the great outdoors, the wide open spaces. Between Rabastens and Montgaillard, we take a break at Salvagnac to admire the plain while sipping a small drink on the terrace of the Cafe at the Edge of the World. Here, friendliness goes hand in hand with a change of scenery.
Panorama
After Bruniquel, the D1 then the D87 above Penne offer a breathtaking view of the village and its fortress. Head to Saint-Antonin for magnificent views from the cornice road accessible only to small vehicles.
Feather houses
The road of the dovecotes
With nearly 1700 dovecotes, the Tarn has an exceptional variety of dovecotes that add to the picturesque charm of the region. In all forms, they are revealed along the stages of the Pigeonniers route: Gaillac type, Toulouse type, Saint-Sulpice type or Castres type. In total, twenty stages from Milhars to Sauveterre cross them, passing through Graulhet, Lisle-sur-Tarn or Gaillac.
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