Sports events Midi-Pyrénées

Race in large part on paths in the garrigue with some climbs. A great deal of fresh air in sum! End of the journey on the downhill. Buffet upon arrival.

Tariff: 9 € per person.

Distance: 10 km.

Departure: At 15 p. m. in the village, Place du Château.

Difficulty: average.

Welcome to the highest fortified city in France: you are here at 1,600 meters above sea level! His ramparts impress you? There is something: their construction requisitioned no less than 4,000 men, and the construction site lasted two years! According to Vauban's plans in the seventeenth century, they are still very well maintained, which has earned them a UNESCO World Heritage inscription. The walk to the family invites you to discover them. Then, after a walk of about 2 kilometers, you will eventually be able to offer a guided tour of the citadel and its sinks well; find out about this with the Tourist Office.

Tariff: free of charge.

Distance: 2.1 km.

Difficulty: easy.

The first stage race of the year in the European professional calendar, in the international professional circuit UCI Europe Tour, the Étoile de Bessèges was founded in 1971 by a former cyclist in love with the Gard, Roland Fangille. In five stages, including the traditional time trial in Alès that ends at the top of the Hermitage climb, it is considered one of the preparatory races for Paris-Nice in March. A team of volunteers, in a strong family spirit, works to keep the race alive with all the passion of its creator.

On this public holiday, the Nogaro arena traditionally hosts a major Landes race, in the form of the "Corne d'Or" competition. The best jumpers and spreaders show off their talents in front of seasoned cows, all under the watchful eye of sponsor Paul-Ricard (just to freshen up your breath...). The day's program includes bullfighting school demonstrations, a Gascon meal with traditional songs, and a tapas evening after the famous race!

The Grand Loop will take place from July 5 to 27, 2008. Like every year, it will travel through roads and passes in our region where runners will spend six days, five stages and one day of rest:

12 July: Figeac-Toulouse (174 km)

13 July: Toulouse - Bagnères de Bigorre (222 km)

14 July: Pau-Hautacam (154 km)

15 July: Rest in the Upper Pyrenees

16 July: Lanemezan-Foix (166 km)

17 July: Lavelanet-Narbonne (168 km)

The rendez-vous for all car racing enthusiasts.

40 single-hulled vessel on water, 5 shipmate per boat, Swiss, Italian, French or Spanish, come to this event that counts for the national ranking of French Sailing Federation Runners. A true water ballet you need to see.

The Sailing Festival has become over the years an inescapable appointment in summer. This period of two days is the occasion to discover a range of nautical activities:  introductions to water sports and leisure activities with Grand Sud Fishing Sport association, Narbonne Nautical society and its sailing school, Narbonne Big Game Fishing Federation and Association, Narbonne-Plage nautical Centre, Underwater Club, Aude Fishermen committee and Aqua jet and JetXtreme societies. There are also, demonstrations, parades of boats, stroll on water, two open door days, exhibitions, concerts, workshops, regattas and baptisms. In a spirit of conviviality, take time to discover a maritime culture.

La Saint-Louis is a 4-day festival of parades (representing all the districts) through the streets to the rhythm of the peñas, square-ball tournaments, tributes to railway workers and concerts at the Théâtre de la Mer. On the last day of the festivities, Sétois and jousters gather in the Place de la Mairie, nicknamed the "Place du Poufre", to enjoy macaroonade (and build up their strength!), before the Languedoc jousting tournaments that bring the weekend to a close. If you're looking for an authentic, convivial experience, come and see us in August!

Toulouse is a major stop on the men's and women's 7-a-side rugby world circuit. The event sets the Ernest Wallon stadium alight every year, and fans from all over the world come to cheer on their country. Matches take place all day long over 3 days, and the Fan Zone offers everything spectators need to enjoy the event: refreshment stands, food trucks, slide belly, rugby activities, climbing, relaxation zone, bandas... A truly festive weekend!

The town of Beaucaire is the "cradle" of the Camargue racing tradition. With a packed program every year, the sport attracts thousands of spectators to the town's arenas; in spring, the Muguet d'Or takes place, in summer, the Palme d'Or and Palme d'Argent, and finally, in autumn, the big bullfighting event is the Trophée Marius Gardiol. During these races, the animal is not killed: the "raseteurs" simply try to catch the award-winning attributes attached to an ox's forehead and horns. A real spectacle!

After 20 years in Toulouse, the Occitanie region is putting handisport in the spotlight at this 3-day event relocated to Nîmes, with a major goal: to promote the practice of handisport, which conveys the values of team spirit, surpassing oneself and accomplishment. Open to all on Saturday, you'll be able to discover handisport through workshops featuring a number of highlights: demonstrations of wheelchair basketball, boccia, rifle shooting, soft-arc, climbing, wheelchair course workshop, LSF initiation, meetings with top-level athletes...

In 1629, the jousting tournaments offered a unique spectacle to Cardinal de Richelieu during his visit to Frontignan. This local tradition lives on today, particularly during the Tournament de la Ville on July 14th. Dressed in white, spear and bulwark in hand, the jousters compete to the sound of drums and the Languedoc oboe, in nautical battles in a festive atmosphere. Come and join the crowd on the banks of the canal to applaud them!

When the colorful arenas of Cazaubon, in the Gers region, host the famous Landes races in summer, it's a day of celebration! The events are organized by Club Taurin Darrigada and take place over several afternoons and evenings, from July to October. These are always exceptional festive, musical and sporting occasions that delight locals and visitors alike. With a live announcer, spectators and bullfighters, we promise you a good time and, above all, a sensational show!

The oldest critérium of France. The best of the Tour de France clash in a classic of the summer on a circuit in downtown.