[Kerwin at Passrider.com] 12 Days Of Christmas - 12 Things To Do In Toulouse, France

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Happy New Year’s Day, it’s 2024, yeah! May you have happiness in your travels.

Today’s city is Toulouse, France. It is located in the southern part of France and is the home of Airbus Industries. It’s the next highest one you all voted for.

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Nestled in the heart of Southwest France, Toulouse offers a captivating blend of ancient charm and vibrant modernity that awaits your discovery.

I’ve visited here twice as it’s the home of the Airbus factory so as an avgeek, it’s a must visit :-).

Apart from the Airbus plant, the city is known affectionately as "La Ville Rose" due to its distinctive terracotta brickwork, the city invites you to wander through its historic streets, where tales of the past meet cutting-edge innovation.

From the soaring spires of the Basilique Saint-Sernin to the pioneering spirit of the Cité de l'Espace, Toulouse is a place where history and future coalesce.

You can find additional information on the U.S. State Department’s website at https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/France.html.

The following airlines serve the main airport, Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS) and it’s the home of the Airbus manufacturing plant:

Aegean Airlines (A3), Aer Lingus (EI), Air Algerie (AH), Air Arabia Maroc (3O), Air Canada (AC), Air Corsica (XK), Air France (AF), Air Transat (TS), Binter Canarias (NT), British Airways (BA), Brussels Airlines (SN), EasyJet Airlines (U2), GP, Iberia Airlines (IB), KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KL), Lufthansa German Airlines (LH), Norwegian Air International (D8), Nouvelair Tunisie (BJ), Qatar Airways (QR), Royal Air Morac (AT), Ryanair (FR), Ryanair UK (RK), TAP Portugal (TP), Transavia France (TO), Tunisair (TU), Turkish Airlines - Star Alliance (TK), Twin Jet (T7) and Volotea (V7).

Here are 12 amazing things to do in Toulouse, France:

1. Airbus Manufacturing Plant: Visit this plant to see how the Airbus planes are made.

2. Basilica of Saint-Sernin: Visit this UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its impressive Romanesque architecture and historical significance.

3. Cité de l'Espace: Explore this space-themed park and museum, featuring interactive exhibits and actual space artifacts.

4. Musée Aeroscopia: Visit the Aerospace Museum near the airport. The museum has a Concorde there too.

5. Capitole de Toulouse: Discover the grandeur of this neoclassical building, which houses the city hall and the Théâtre du Capitole.

6. Pont Neuf: Stroll leisurely or take a boat ride along the Garonne River and admire the beauty of the oldest bridge in Toulouse.

7. Musée des Augustins: Immerse yourself in the world of fine arts at this museum, housed in a former medieval monastery.

8. Canal du Midi: Enjoy a peaceful walk or a bike ride along this historic canal, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

9. Japanese Garden: Find tranquility in this beautiful garden, featuring traditional Japanese landscaping and a koi pond.

10. Saint-Etienne Cathedral: Marvel at the stunning Gothic architecture and the impressive organ inside this centuries-old cathedral.

11. Les Abattoirs: Explore modern and contemporary art at this museum, which also features a collection of works by local artists.

12. Château d'Eau: Visit this historic water tower, which now serves as a photography gallery, showcasing a diverse range of photographic works.

One thing too is that Toulouse has many fine restaurants, however, the menus may all be in French and English may not be spoken. So be prepared if that’s the case. Try the cassoulet, foie gras, and Toulouse sausage, at one of the city's many charming restaurants.

You can use this link to find tour information using my partner Viator.

Plus, here is some information from the Toulouse Tourism Board - https://www.toulouse-visit.com/see-do.

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Thanks for participating; see you tomorrow.

Kerwin
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