Haute-Garonne is the most populated (1,470,000 inhabitants) and extensive (6,309 km²) department of Occitania. It is a vast expanse brimming with pristine natural areas and places steeped in art and history. The Olympic torch will begin its journey in the famous market of Revel, which has been the beating heart of the town since the 14th century. From there, it will continue to Villemur-sur-Tarn, a medieval town that grew around the Tarn River. After dropping by Muret, the torch will visit Rieux-Volvestre and roam its medieval streets. Next up will be Colomiers and Bagnères-de-Luchon, providing an opportunity to check out the Luchon-Superbagnères ski area before heading to Toulouse.

Celebrations in Toulouse

The Pink City will be decked out in the colours of Olympism for the evening celebrations on Friday, 17 May. The Olympic Torch Relay will underscore the appeal of this 2,000-year-old city, known for its magnetism, dynamism, and appetite for festivities. The torch will start its tour of Toulouse by going over the Pont des Catalans and Pont Saint-Pierre. From there, it will go to the Place du Capitole, a popular meeting point for locals. It will then head to Saint Saturnin's Basilica, the biggest Romanesque church in France and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The day will end in a high temple of sport and rugby: the Ernest Wallon Stadium. The home of Stade Toulousain will host the celebrations and the lighting of the cauldron for the final highlight of this action-packed Friday.

Celebration venue info

Come and celebrate the passing of the Olympic flame in Toulouse!

The celebration site is free and open to all from 3.30pm to 7.45pm at the following address: STADE ERNEST WALLON, 31200 TOULOUSE

A festive programme open to all awaits you, including :

• events organised by the local authorities: sport, music, shows, etc.
• stands run by the Relay of the Flame sponsors:
  • Coca-Cola will be providing a musical and festive atmosphere
  • Banque Populaire will be giving the public the chance to try out water sports
  • Caisse d'Epargne will be dedicating its stand to basketball and handball
• a show organised by the sponsors on the sports slab from 6 p.m.
• 7.20pm: the arrival of the last torchbearer and the lighting of the Olympic cauldron, a moment not to be missed!

Note: a giant screen, a host and a DJ will also be on hand to get the public in the mood for the Torch Relay!