Rieux-Volvestre Towns and Villages in Rieux-Volvestre

Opening hours

Closed

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 02:00 pm - 05:00 pm
  • Wednesday 02:00 pm - 05:00 pm
  • Thursday 02:00 pm - 05:00 pm
  • Friday 02:00 pm - 05:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am - 01:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Opens at 02:00 pm

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Useful information

Location : In the countryside

Province : Haute Garonne - Volvestre

  • English
    • Rieux-Volvestre is an ancient episcopal city, in the heart of Volvestre, nestled in a meander of the Arize, a tributary of the Garonne.


      His story

      Rieux-Volvestre has a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages. Its past as a bishopric has shaped its architectural heritage. The town has preserved traces of previous centuries through its historic buildings and picturesque alleyways.

      Rieux Cathedral of Sainte-Marie is an emblematic building of the city.

      The city presents a mixture of architectural styles, testifying to the different eras it has gone through.


      Activities and points of interest

      Discovery of heritage

      • Stroll through the city streets to admire the half-timbered houses and historic buildings.
      • Visit the Sainte-Marie Cathedral and its octagonal bell tower, a true architectural gem.
      • Explore the historic center and its charming squares.


      Outdoor activities

      • Rieux-Volvestre is an ideal starting point for hikes in the Volvestre region. The "Balcony of the Pyrenees" trail offers superb views of the mountain range. The town is also a stopover on the GR861 Via Garona, linking Toulouse to the Pyrenees.
      • Enjoy the banks of the Arize for peaceful walks.


      Market and gastronomy

      • Discover local products at the weekly market.
      • Taste the region's culinary specialties in the city's restaurants.


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Traveller Reviews Rieux-Volvestre

4.6 sur 5 69 reviews

  • Pierrick Trilles

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Pierrick Trilles on 11/10/2024

    A tourist office nestled in a superb historic building, perfectly in harmony with the charm of the still preserved and little-known territory. The very kind team offers a warm welcome and informed advice which makes the visit unforgettable. A big thank you to Lisa for this great discovery and for your availability!

  • Domalou “Domalou”

    1 sur 5 Reviews posted by Domalou “Domalou” on 29/09/2024

    Arriving from Toulouse specially to visit the cathedral on Saturday March 28, 2024 at 2:20 p.m., we found the cathedral closed without any information on opening hours and the tourist office located opposite also closed while at the entrance a sign indicates the opening hours in September at 2 p.m.! However, the site indicates the same times, we leave very disappointed (and we were not the only ones) with the impression that “tourists” are not welcome! Too bad because the cathedral and the exhibition are probably superb! PS I have no problem understanding an exceptional closure for whatever reason given, as long as we take the precaution of punctually informing any visitors from far away or not, who find themselves in front of locked doors!

  • Marc Durand

    1 sur 5 Reviews posted by Marc Durand on 29/09/2024

    In view of the previous response, I confirm that the cathedral was locked during our two visits at 1:15 p.m. and 3 p.m. this Saturday, September 28, and that no message was posted either at the tourist office or at the cathedral, contrary to your response, which casts doubt on the sincerity of the opinion. These are the limits of the internet.

Ride around

GR 861 P6 Rieux Volvestre Cazères

GR 861 P6 Rieux Volvestre Cazères
GR 861 P6 Rieux Volvestre Cazères

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Walking

BALCON DES PYRÉNÉES

BALCON DES PYRÉNÉES
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46 m - Rieux-Volvestre

Walking

LE SENTIER DES PONTS ET PASSERELLES

LE SENTIER DES PONTS ET PASSERELLES
LE SENTIER DES PONTS ET PASSERELLES

46 m - Rieux-Volvestre

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Rieux-Volvestre

Address

9 Rue de l'Évêché
31310 Rieux-Volvestre

Contacts

Phone : 05 61 87 63 33

GPS coordinates

43° 15'29.99"N, 1° 12'11.74"E

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