Look at life through rose-tinted glasses in "La Ville Rose" (French for "The Pink City"), as Haute Garonne's capital Toulouse has been historically nicknamed. This blushing beauty of a city sits on the banks of the mighty Garonne, and the slower-paced waterway of the Canal du Midi. It's the perfect place to wander around at sunset when the rose-red bricks of the buildings become even more saturated with color. If you prefer wide open spaces and snow-capped mountains to city streets, search for Haute Garonne vacation rentals in the south of the region, where you'll find some of the highest peaks of the Pyrenees crowning the border with Spain.
Blast off into space at Cite de l'espace, a theme park on the edge of Toulouse dedicated entirely to space travel. The region has a long history with flying the friendly skies—this is where Concorde was first developed, after all—and this family-friendly park lets adults and children alike experience the wonder of space travel without ever leaving French soil. In Toulouse you'll find more earthly delights such as Renaissance town houses and Romanesque churches, as well as modern art at Les Abbattoirs art gallery. You can also find plenty of restaurants serving the region's famous cassoulet, a rich casserole made with classic Toulouse sausage.
Haute Garonne vacation rentals can be enjoyed throughout the year, whether you're looking to bask in the sunshine along the banks of the river, or ski the peaks of the Pyrenees come winter. Most of the region enjoys a mild, temperate climate throughout the year, but the mountains in the south can make life pretty cool. The Pyrenees experience heavy snowfall in the winter months from November to February, making it great for skiing, and the mountains can still be dusted with the white stuff come late spring. Summer highs from June to August hover around the upper 70s—taking the pink city of Toulouse a few steps closer to red hot.
To the south of the region, Haute Garonne shares a border with Spain, the mighty peaks of the Pyrenees marking out one of Europe's best known wildernesses. Here you can run wild—whether exploring the area on foot, or taking your inspiration from the famous Tour de France and winding your way up mountain passes on 2 wheels. Northern Haute Garonne is dominated by the rosy towers of Toulouse and the calm waters of the Canal du Midi—a great alternative to the Pyrenees for cyclists who'd just as soon skip the steep mountain climbs.
The nearest airport is in Blagnac Airport (TLS), located 19.8 mi (31.9 km) from the city center.
If you prefer to travel by train, Longages-Noé Station, Le Fauga Station and Carbonne Station are the main stations in the city. You can get around Haute-Garonne by jumping on the metro at Basso-Cambo Station, Bellefontaine Metro Station or Reynerie Metro Station.
From lavish condos to simple cabins, Vrbo has properties to suit all sorts of tastes and budgets. Pack your bags and check out these top vacation rentals in Haute-Garonne:
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Clock off on Friday and then completely forget about those sales targets and spreadsheets. Enjoy a few days of R&R — with a dash of adventure — at one of these wonderful weekend getaways in Haute-Garonne:
Easy to keep tidy and with everything you need close by, studio apartments are an awesome option if you're traveling solo or as a couple. If you're after somewhere small and comfortable to call home for a few days, take a look at these studio apartments for rent in Haute-Garonne:
With Vrbo's terrific range of short-term rentals in Haute-Garonne, you're bound to find a place that's a perfect match. Whether you're after somewhere to kick back on your own or to reconnect with old friends, these options are tough to beat:
If you'd like to wow your someone special, take them somewhere special! Organize a romantic weekend getaway in Haute-Garonne at one of these retreats and watch the sparks fly:
Forget standing in line at the hotel breakfast buffet or searching for a deck chair around the pool during your vacation. Round up your favorite people and seriously upgrade your getaway with one of these mansions for rent in Haute-Garonne:
If your idea of a dream getaway is to bring along all your favorite people, you're going to need a whole bunch of space. Luckily, there are plenty of vacation rentals in Haute-Garonne that are suitable for large groups, starting with these sprawling retreats:
If you're planning a huge family get-together or a special event like an anniversary in Haute-Garonne, you won't have to worry about leaving anyone off your invite list. Vrbo has large vacation rentals that'll fit all the people you love. Here are some examples:
In Haute-Garonne, there's no shortage of house rentals where a pool day can be every day. Having a splashing good time will be your main priority at one of these quality getaways:
At Vrbo, we've got places that are large enough to fit the extended branches of your family tree. And if you don't want to invite everybody, just stretch your limbs and enjoy the extra space! Here are our favorite large family vacation rentals in Haute-Garonne:
Eager for some entertainment? There are loads of family-friendly attractions in Haute-Garonne to choose from, like Cite de l'Espace and African Safari Zoo. Pont Neuf is another favorite with visiting families.