Ride Day REST: Toulouse → Toulouse

Notable Sights

• Capitole Square & Arcades

  Grand civic square framed by pink brick arcades, heart of Toulouse’s daily life.

• Basilica of Saint-Sernin

  Romanesque pilgrimage church, UNESCO-listed, with octagonal tower and historic Camino significance.

• Garonne River Promenade

  Tree-lined riverbanks and bridges offer relaxed strolling, sunset views, and classic Pink City perspectives.

Lunch

PER JOHN (TBD) — Mile 0.0

Arrival in Toulouse

Toulouse, known as “La Ville Rose” for its terracotta brick architecture, has long been a center of culture and innovation. Once a powerful medieval city-state, it later became pivotal in the aerospace industry, home to Airbus headquarters. The Basilica of Saint-Sernin anchors its Romanesque legacy, while lively squares reflect a youthful student population. Toulouse balances deep Occitan heritage with modern dynamism, making it one of France’s most distinctive and economically important regional capitals.