Bricks and water

The red land of the vineyard gave birth to brightly coloured buildings.
See the forest of Grésigne named after the expression « The bleeding sandstone » for its deep red ground ! Whether terracotta or clay, ochre or red bricks colour the identity of the land.  Brick towns and villages along the river Tarn valley take on red hues at sunset.

The Cordes plateau or the left banks are home to the limestone and lit up to white and golden hues.
Montans thrived on pottery-making as early as the Roman times : those amphoras used to carry the wine up to Northern Europe.

Giroussens is still a village of potters and ceramic artists. The visit of the ceramic centre is a must for any contemporary art lover. 
 

The river Tarn, the Dadou, the Vère shape the landscapes.

Ever since Antiquity, the Tarn people have relied on rivers to grow the land, carry the goods and develop the local economy (wine, leather, glass).

While you are staying around, go fishing or hiking, board a “gabarre” (a barge) for a delightful ride over the river Tarn or try canoeing : excitement and adventure guaranteed !