Cours Foucault

  • Park and garden
  • Park
  • Garden
  • Pleasure garden
Avenue du 10ème Dragons, 82000 Montauban

Description

At the end of the central avenue stands the imposing Monument to the Dead of the 1914-1918 War, designed by Bourdelle.
In the second half of the 17th century, bishops and intendants joined forces to make Montauban a modern, well-planned, and airy town. Intendant Nicolas Joseph Foucault created the first public promenade here in 1679. This served a dual purpose: to retain the land that was collapsing along the Tarn and to provide the people of Montauban with a recreational area. The promenade, which extends over five hectares planted with elm trees, quickly became a popular spot for the town's elegant society, who enjoyed showing off and strolling there.

Services

Children's games / Play area
Picnic area

Rates

Free access.

Openings

All year 2026 - Open everyday

Location

Cours Foucault
Avenue du 10ème Dragons, 82000 Montauban

Environment

Environment
  • Town location
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