Moissac

Overview of Moissac

On the route to Santiago de Compostela, Moissac offers a medieval centre and, above all, the Saint-Pierre Abbey, a masterpiece of Romanesque art.

Key facts

• Type de lieu: small town.

• Intérêt touristique: ★ (worth a stop if you are in the area).

• Localisation: roughly between Agen and Montauban, north of Castelsarrasin, in the Tarn-et-Garonne department.

• Distances:

• Local time: Heure : Moissac.

• Population: 12,408 inhabitants (2014).

• Area: 85.95 km².

• Altitude: from 59 to 199 m

• Website: http://tourisme.moissac.fr

History of Moissac

What to see and do in Moissac

The stunning Saint-Pierre Abbey and the medieval centre are the city’s two main attractions. The Cacor Canal Bridge on the outskirts is also worth a look.

In the surrounding area

Garonne Canal ★★★
This canal connects the Atlantic to Toulouse before continuing toward the Mediterranean via the Canal du Midi. Less touristy than the latter, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, it is nonetheless used for river cruises. Its banks are also developed in many places to facilitate hiking or cycling.

Climate and weather in Moissac

Transport

Getting there

Getting around

Accommodation

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