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« On ne devrait jamais quitter Montauban », maugréait Lino Ventura dans Les Tontons Flingueurs . Mais, à défaut d'y habiter, on peut passer un peu de temps dans cette ville, rosissant de ses briques, située à 50 km au nord de Toulouse . Bâtie en 1144 en surplomb du Tarn, c'est un peu la bastide témoin, le prototype reconnaissable à ses rues taillées au cordeau. Sitôt construite, sitôt ville de négoce comme en témoigne déjà la place Nationale , cœur de la cité bruissante de tous les corps de métiers qui occupent les arcades ; couvert du blé, couvert du drapier. Au centre, l'inévitable pilori, ôté à la révolution seulement. Montauban s'enrichit peu à peu ; elle connaît aussi bien des vicissitudes. Il faut dire que la guerre de Cent Ans passe par là, que les Anglais s'y trouvent plutôt bien installés. Réforme et contre-réforme. L'Edit de Nantes, la proclame "place de sûreté" puis - châtiment divin ricanent certains - la peste noire la foudroie... N'empêche, elle a su conserver quelques beaux trophées architecturaux : l'église Saint-Jacques, avec son clocher toulousain, le pont vieux et ses sept arches dotées de becs et de percées ; la forteresse, commencée par les Anglais et transformée jusqu'au XVIIème siècle ; la cathédrale, symbole de la puissante royauté catholique ; l'ancien collège, aménagé par les Jésuites et qui servit de fonderie de canons durant La Révolution… Montauban se relève encore. Cette fois, c'est le commerce du drap qui la rend florissante, un temps seulement. Napoléon la récompense en la désignant chef-lieu de département ? Cela n'empêchera pas le déclin, inéluctable, de l'industrie drapière. Qu'importe ! Montauban vante depuis ses héritiers artistiques : Ingres père – il est décorateur – mais surtout son peintre de fils, bien sûr, auxquels succédera le sculpteur Bourdelle. Vous avez dit artistique ? Allez, on vous fait une confidence. Montauban, sans se comparer à Miami, peut se vanter de posséder de nombreuses réalisations Art Déco. Des villas cossues de la ville basse, comme la Maïtena, mais aussi la cité Pereire - à l'origine, des logements sociaux pour cheminots - ou, à condition de traverser le Tarn, plusieurs bâtiments dans le quartier de Villebourbon, de la gare routière à l'ancien club nautique. Alors, ne quittez pas Montauban sans en avoir découvert tous les secrets ! Et si vous n'êtes pas féru de ballon oval, renseignez-vous un peu sur l'USM Rugby, ça pourra vous aider si vous décidez de lier conversation dans l'un des innombrables et très conviviaux cafés de la ville...

Il a été construit en même temps que le canal de Garonne mais ne bénéficie pas de la même notoriété. Fermé un temps à la navigation et totalement rénové, on peut en suivre le chemin de halage sur ses 11 km et admirer ainsi les 10 belles maisons éclusières qui le ponctuent.

 Outdoor and adventure activities open to all: leisure and holiday centres, outings or school trips, groups, adults, seminars, business tourism, events, Works Council, Team Building… let yourself be guided… If the date online booking is not available call us to see if we have last minute availability! The Instructors Office offers outdoor and adventure activities, outings, organized weekends open to everyone from 7 to 77 years old. Our association allows the reception of groups: colos, leisure center holiday center , schools with day trips, discovery classes, weekends organized for associations, sports clubs, establishment committees, seminars, team building… We can accommodate you on various sites: campsites, lodges, hotels, bed and breakfasts… We guide you in the realization of your outing or stays, we organize various activities according to your request and your objectives. Descents in canoe-kayak, free or with instructors, Climbing, Caving, Mountain biking, Rollerblading, Archery, course or Orienteering course… We also visit different sites and discover our heritage in a fun way. Our activities take place between 9.30 a.m. and 12 p.m. in the morning, 1.30 p.m. to 4 p.m. or 4 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. in the afternoon. Our schedules are adaptable according to the attendance and the availability of our instructors. Specialist in Outdoor Activities, we will make you discover our Experiences and all of our activities while limiting our impact on the environment , indeed all our activities are a privileged support for discovering the environment while preserving it in order to limit our impact and thus promote sustainable activities. All our activities, day trips, weekends or are made to measure for all private participants (from 1 to 3 people or more) with family or groups of 7 to 77 years old. Find all our ACTIVITIES formulas Rates and online reservations. Children and adults can also follow us on our themed outings and enjoy all year round the pleasures of hiking, canyoning, rafting, canoeing, skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, sleigh rides. Our head office is based in Montauban in Occitanie and our Activity Zone is located in Gorges de L'Aveyron, St Antonin, Penne, Bruniquel, Cordes sur Ciel, Montauban. .. but our range of action is not limited to this region alone. Indeed we also intervene on other sectors on request . We also work inevents in order to organize OUTDOOR activities with tailor-made multi-sport cocktail concepts , raids, challenges… on vineyards and castles or any other sectors that can receive the public. Regularly, we offer new activities or new concepts with the aim of making you discover nature in a different way. Our leitmotif: to offer you a moment of escape and new sensations in complete safety. Organization of Raids: Raid SFR…, events: Boating Festival, Hot Air Balloon Festival…, Sporting events: Treasure Map …, Racines et des Ailes TV show, a whole network at your service.

 WE ARE OPEN FROM MAY 1, 2026 Welcome everyone to an exceptional adventure set to the rhythm of water, nature, and sunshine! Looking for outdoor sports and getaways? Céline and Pierre welcome you to Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val , 1 hour 15 minutes from Toulouse, to discover the river in the heart of the Aveyron Gorges by canoe-kayak. Enjoy a warm welcome, we take the time to answer your questions and are at your service for a safe canoe-kayak descent of the Gorges . This will allow you to fully enjoy the landscapes and limestone cliffs of exceptional beauty, while being lulled by the flow of the water. Whether you're with family, friends, or a group, our nautical equipment rental prices are suitable for all budgets and are among the most affordable . Special offers are available throughout the season . Accessible to all, canoeing or kayaking down the Aveyron Gorges (located in the Tarn-et-Garonne department of the Occitanie region) is a fun experience. The numerous beaches along the 7km to 18km routes are ideal spots for a picnic with your feet in the water or a swim . We are open every day from May to September, from 9:30 am to 8 pm, for canoe and kayak rentals in the Aveyron gorges at Saint Antonin Noble Val. Canoe departures are from 9 am to 2:30 pm. From September onwards, departures are only available from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm. We are members of the French National Federation of Canoe and Kayak Rental Companies (http://fnplck.fr) , which promotes rigor and professionalism in our business. We do not accept credit cards on site. BOOK WITH COMPLETE PEACE OF MIND, ALL RENTALS ARE 100% REFUNDABLE WITHOUT FEES AND WITHOUT CONDITIONS UP TO 4 HOURS BEFORE THE START OF THE ACTIVITY.

 Located in Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val , in the heart of the Aveyron Gorges , the Acti Eaux Vives center welcomes you for a day on the water in one of the most beautiful natural sites in Occitanie. Whether with family, friends, or as a couple, discover canoe and kayak routes suitable for all levels, winding between cliffs, natural beaches, and calm waters. Several descents are offered, from introductory trips to full-day excursions, so that everyone can enjoy the river at their own pace. Depending on your preferences, you can also enjoy other outdoor activities such as paddleboarding, via ferrata, climbing, or caving. Before your departure, our team will advise you on the most suitable route and provide you with all the necessary equipment for a worry-free sailing experience. Once there, enjoy a comfortable base with free private parking .shaded picnic area, changing rooms , toilets and return shuttles included depending on the routes. For several years, Acti Eaux Vives has prioritized a friendly welcome and personalized advice to help you discover the Aveyron Gorges in the best possible conditions. Whether you're looking for a nature outing, a family activity, or a sporty day near Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val in the Tarn-et-Garonne , you'll find an authentic, accessible, and refreshing experience here.