The most beautiful photo spots in Tarn-et-Garonne

The Tarn-et-Garonne is a territory with very diverse landscapes. Nature photographers will appreciate the panoramic views of the Causse du Quercy, the plunging or low-angle photos of the Gorges de l'Aveyron, the perspectives of the Coteaux de Gascogne, the photos of wildlife in the river valleys of the Tarn and the Garonne. While lovers of old stones will be charmed by the perched villages, the medieval bastides or the monuments of Montauban. We take you on a photo report in the Tarn-et-Garonne!

Opening photo credit: AdobeStock / Yvann K

The pink city of Montauban

Montauban is a "city of art and history", which has very beautiful monuments from all eras. It's an open-air work of art, whatever your style of choice. For architecture lovers, it is a photographic paradise, where every street corner offers an interesting angle of view. If you want to make an unusual photo report in Montauban, go hunting for Space-Invaders or take the "Street Art circuit", offered by the tourist office.

The fortified city of Varen

Varen is a beautiful fortified city, whose medieval heritage is very well preserved. You will take beautiful images of its Château du Doyenné and the old fortifications, but also of its authentic little heritage, such as its old oven, its fountain, its half-timbered houses... Extend your walk, outside the walls of the city to admire its old mill, on the banks of the Aveyron.

The banks of the Canal lateral de Garonne

Come and take a walk on the shady and wild banks of the Canal Latéral à la Garonne, in the town of Montech. Take the opportunity to discover an astonishing industrial heritage: the water slope. It is a clever and unique piece of engineering, of French design! Its design has been completely redesigned to make it a fun tourist site that is very popular with families.

The petrifying waterfall of Caylus

The petrifying waterfall of Caylus is an exceptional natural site in Tarn-et-Garonne. Nestled in the forest, limestone has deposited over time and formed this charming waterfall. It flows into a natural basin, of a turquoise blue which contrasts with the deep green of the vegetation. This is the ideal site to take some water effects!

The medieval bastide town of Lauzerte

Lauzerte multiplies the labels for its remarkable medieval heritage. Thus, it is classified among the "Most beautiful villages of France", the "Remarkable sites and cities", the "Great site Occitanie", and the "Cities and crafts"! It is therefore an exceptional place, where photographers, lovers of old stones and beautiful monuments, will be able to have fun. Did you notice his artwork, as if a corner of the square was lifting?

The confluence between the Tarn and the Garonne

Photographing the confluence between two large rivers is a rare image. It is in the commune of Boudou, on one side, and that of Saint-Nicolas-de-la-Grave, on the other, that this extraordinary encounter between the Garonne and the Tarn takes place. The geographical location of this junction is not always suitable for a good shot. Here, you will have a perfect view from the Belvedere, at the exit of the village of Boudou, or on its bridge which spans the Garonne river, after the confluence, and the Lateral Canal to the Garonne.

The works of art of Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val

Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val is a medieval town with lots of character. Strolling through the village, you will see a hall, a pretty church, a medieval garden… It is a village of artists and craftsmen which is located at the beginning of the Aveyron gorges.

The cloister of Moissac

Moissac is an important stop on the Routes of Santiago de Compostela, as it conceals a real architectural gem: the oldest cloister in the world! Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this cloister adjoins Saint-Pierre Abbey. Its 76 capitals, entirely sculpted and decorated, are remarkable works of Romanesque art.

Auvillar and its wonders

Auvillar is a very pretty village with many assets for splendid photos: There are its alleys with red brick houses, its very surprising circular hall and its Auvillar suspension bridge, a real work of contemporary art.

We hope that this photo road-trip has made you want to visit this territory, nestled between the Tarn and the Garonne.

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