Car hire Albi

Albi is a French commune located in the Tarn Department on the southern part of the country. It lies along the River Tarn north east of the city of Toulouse. The town is not a notable travel destination but it does offer its own set of interesting attractions that contribute to its distinct old town appeal. With a car hire in Albi, visitors can easily get around the town and venture out to nearby travel destinations afterwards.

The town features a number of interesting places accessible with a car rental in Albi. The town was built around the original cathedral surrounded by a group of Episcopal buildings. The historic area is located downtown. Among the most notable landmarks in the area include the Sainte Cecile Cathedral, a Gothic style structure built around the 13th century and the Dominique de Florence Doorway, a bell tower that was created in the 16th century.

The Palais de la Berbie is another notable attraction in the town. This was formerly the Bishops' Palace and now houses the Toulouse-Lautrec Museum. It is one of the oldest and best preserved castles in the country. The old bridge which is still in use today is also worth a visit.

Albi is also best known for the Lycee Laperouse. This is a high school that has a student population of about 500. The school is housed in an old monastery and features a number of literature classes and one of the few institutions that hold a full-scale music department with high tech rooms.

After taking a tour of Albi, visitors can take their cheap car hire in Albi and go on an hour's drive down to the city of Toulouse.