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Toulouse: a southern city worth discovering<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At the heart of Occitanie, Toulouse combines heritage, lifestyle and vibrant city life. From its iconic monuments to its caf\u00e9-lined squares, the city invites visitors to explore at a relaxed pace.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Day trips and nearby cities from Toulouse<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Albi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Home to the impressive Sainte-C\u00e9cile Cathedral, Albi offers striking brick architecture and the Toulouse-Lautrec Museum, set within the former bishops\u2019 palace overlooking the Tarn River.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Carcassonne<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the medieval city of Carcassonne is one of Europe\u2019s best-preserved fortified towns \u2014 a fascinating journey back in time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Auch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In the heart of Gascony, Auch is closely linked to the legend of d\u2019Artagnan. The surrounding Gers region is also renowned for its gastronomy and local produce.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Montauban<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

From the Pont Vieux bridge to the Place Nationale square, through narrow streets and mansions, Montauban, a city of art and history, boasts artistic and architectural treasures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Easy rail travel across Occitanie<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Occitanie Rail Tour<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

All these cities are easily accessible by train from Toulouse. With the Occitanie Rail Tour Pass, travellers can enjoy unlimited train travel across the region for a very affordable price \u2014 making Toulouse an ideal base for exploring the south of France. From 20\u20ac for 2 consecutive days of unlimited travel throughout Occitanie on liO Train<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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