Castres, France

Castres (Midi-Pyrenees) Pop: 49,000

Located in southwest France on the Agout River, Castres is world renown for its machine tools.

It has been a textile hub since the 13th century and currently also produces furniture and pharmaceuticals.

Castres Attractions

Sainte-Cecile Cathedrale-combination church and fortress constructed from red materials

The Goya Museum (possesses the largest collection of Spanish paintings in France)

Zoo de Montredon-children's animal park

River Barge Excursion

Les Pigeons du Mont Royal-pigeon museum

Saint Benoit church

The Jaures Museum

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Parc de Gourjade - recreational area with a water park, golf course, ice skating rink, riding stables, hiking trails, and jogging paths

Toulouse-Lautrec Museum- formal gardens and collection of the artist's works