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Typically Tarn

The mediaeval Cathar religious sect built over 40 heavily fortified villages, often on hilltops, known as bastide towns. Cordes-sur-Ciel, Najac, Penne, Castelnau-de-Montmirail and Bruniquel are typical, with winding cobbled streets, ruined castles and massive ramparts.

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Holidays in Tarn, France

Planes, trains, automobiles, or maybe even helicopter – we tell you the best way to go.

Planes
There are regular flights to Toulouse and Rodez airports. Both airports are two hours from Albi.
Trains
The TGV from Paris to Toulouse takes five hours. Local trains can be infrequent and slow.
Automobiles
It takes six hours to drive from Paris. A car is essential if you want to explore the bastide towns and the countryside.

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