Cazeres

Visit Cazeres, Midi-Pyrenees

Cazeres is situated in the Haute-Garonne department of the Midi-Pyrenees, on an attractive stretch of the Garonne River about 60 kilometres south of Toulouse.

The origins of the town are not clear, although it is apparently probable that there was a Roman settlement at this point. By the 12th-13th century the town was well established, based around commerce carried out on the river.

The 14th century Church of Notre Dame of the Assumption, the main monument in cazeres, is a typical bastide style church on the square in the centre of the village, built in the local 'small brick' and has a decorative carved entrance, unusual octagonal towers on either side, and arches behind. The facade also incorporates two bells and a clock.

The church treasury can also be visited and includes various statues and church furnishings of interest. (To visit the church and treasury see the tourist office on Rue de la Case).

There are other interesting houses to admire in Cazeres, and a bridge across the river provides pretty views. Other small highlights include a 16th century washhouse and a nicely maintained park and cloister with gardens (contributing to the town's 'ville fleurie' award).

It is also possible to walk along the riverside to better admire the village and surroundings - the view from the other side of the river looking back across to the town and the church that dominates the skyline is particularly impressive.

The weekly market in Cazeres is held on a Saturday.

If you are staying close by be sure to also visit Cazeres at night, when the bridge and lots of the buildings are carefully lit, giving a totally different aspect to the town.

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Tourist classifications for Cazeres: Village in bloom (ville fleurie) 1*;

Suggested places to visit near Cazeres, France

Distances shown are direct, driving distances will be greater.

More suggestions: Mont d'Astarac 44km; Pamiers 44km; Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges 46km; Foix 50km; Toulouse 52km;

See these places and more on a map at places near Cazeres

Cazeres tourism: sights and attractions nearby

Pyrenees Ariegeoises - regional natural parc (36km) : Jardin de la poterie Hillen - remarkable garden (41km) : Jardin japonais de Toulouse - remarkable garden (52km) : Jardin Royal de Toulouse - remarkable garden (52km) : Parc aux Bambous - remarkable garden (54km) : Parc du château de Merville - remarkable garden (59km) :

French version: see Cazeres (Francais)