The Véloroute des Deux Mers runs through Castelsarrasin along the canal beside the Garonne. The 63-kilometre section connects Lamagistère with Pompignan and is suitable both for long bike rides and short family outings.
Those choosing Castelsarrasin as a holiday destination can combine their stay with plans to rent a holiday apartment.
Markets
Castelsarrasin's large weekly market takes place every Thursday morning in the town centre and offers local, fresh and seasonal products. In addition, the traditional Marché au gras takes place at the Halle Occitane on Thursday mornings from November to March. There, the traditional Marché au gras at the Halle Occitane welcomes producers from Quercy, Gascony and Lomagne.
On the ground floor of the Maison d'Espagne, the Espace Antonin Delzers presents changing exhibitions approximately every two months. The temporary exhibitions are open to everyone and free of charge.
Culture and History
The Église Saint-Jean in Castelsarrasin has more than eight centuries of history, linked to the Knights Hospitaller of Jerusalem and the Order of Malta. Its interior is decorated with murals by René Gaillard-Lala dating from 1924. The depictions show biblical scenes as well as figures connected with the order and local history.
The Abbaye de Belleperche monastery and the historic Abbaye Saint-Pierre de Moissac site are located in the surroundings of Castelsarrasin. The wider region is also home to the Château de Pérignon and the Château de Frescati.
Port
The Port Jacques-Yves Cousteau in Castelsarrasin began operating in 1846 and was expanded into a marina in 1998. The metal footbridge at the port was built in 1889 by the Eiffel company.
Other places on this overview: Molières, Fabas, Valeilles, Labarthe, Monclar-De-Quercy, Piquecos, Saint-Arroumex, Saint-Projet
