Tarascon-sur-Ariège: yesterday and today
3 km from the Ariège Escape Tarascon-sur Ariège campsite is a charming French commune of 3000 inhabitants located in the department of Ariège Ariège Occitanie. Nestled at the foot of the Pyrenees, it offers a picturesque natural setting crossed by Ariège Ariège a rich history that extends over centuries.
Tarascon of yesteryear
- History:
- A development in the Middle Ages managed by the Counts of Foix thanks to its strategic situation on the road to Spain.
Prosperity in the 19 and 20th century thanks to the Ariège metallurgical industry Ariège in 1869, a high furnace was installed in the town, thus sounding the death knell for the Catalan forges . In 1929 with the construction of the Sabart site, in Tarascon on Ariège , the company Alais, Froges and Camargue, became over the 20th century, one of the flagships of aluminum "Pechiney".
- Heritage:
- The Tower of Castella, which overlooks Tarascon, built in 1775. It follows the demolition, by order of the provincial engineer, of the Porte de Foix. The materials from destruction are partly reused during the construction of the Castella round tower, the other part will be used for the restoration of the Porte d'Espagne. The Castella tower is located on the old location of the feudal castle.
Prosperity in the 19 and 20th century thanks to the Ariège metallurgical industry Ariège in 1869, a high furnace was installed in the town, thus sounding the death knell 
Tarascon today
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- A diversified economic fabric with craft, commercial and tourist activities.
- The development of eco-tourism and nature sports .
- The presence of innovative companies
- Quality of life:
- A peaceful and green environment
- A family and friendly living environment
- Modern infrastructure with its cinema and local services and two markets per week.
- Tourist attractiveness:
- A rich historical and cultural heritage
- Spectacular natural landscapes
- Varied leisure activities for all tastes
- A wide choice of accommodation for all budgets
Conclusion
Tarascon-sur-Ariège is a city that has preserved its charm of yesteryear while turning to the future. Its rich heritage, its quality of life and its tourist assets make it an essential destination for lovers of history, nature and traditions.
Holidays and traditions
- The large Tarascon fair on Ariège on May 7 and 8 for over 700 years. We find there the lumberjack, the sheep mowing, the work of the wool and many others . It is also possible to make pony walks, or in a carriage towed by a Castillonian horse, for an authentic experience.
- Tarascon's party in early August punctuated by a superb fireworks in front of the Castella tower.
- Local, rich and tasty gastronomy.
Useful links
Tarascon town hall on Ariège : http://www.mirie-tarascon.com/
Wikipedia: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/tarascon-sur-ri%C3%A8ge
