This cathedral is like no other cathedral - anywhere. First, it is all built of red bricks. Second, the external appearance is massive and looks more like a fortress than anything else. Inside, the floor plan lacks the traditional cross-shape. The audio guide explains the historical reasons for these decisions, which relate to the Cathar heretics, also known as Albigensians,... More

If you have to choose between Carcassonne and Albi, our hosts at our B and B said, go to Albi. It's not as jammed with tourists, and it's every bit as charming. It also has the largest brick cathedral in the world and a world-class museum of native son, Toulouse-Lautrec. If you're driving, follow signs for centre-cite and use the... More

Ok so I am not the Cathedral kind of person but this one is impressive. Not just from outside but also from inside. There is a very nice history about it. Not build at first like a regular Cathedral but like a fortress. Check out the Cathares story for more info. This is why its architecture is so particular. And... More

This cathedral is very different to many you will see and, alone, is worth planning a visit to Albi. Admission is cheap as is the audio tour which is essential because it gives great information. Make sure you pick up the cathedral plan when you pick up your audio guide or nothing will make much sense. Planning is not big... More

This place is truly amazing. It is HUGE and worth spending time in. We paid 3 euro for the upstairs room and headset audio and it was great. The roof is incredible. So decorative.

This is a cathedral like no other. It is Gothic, but its construction differs in that there are not the 3 separated areas inside, but just the one. It looks really daunting from the outside, but the inside is quite overwhelming at first. If you plan to visit the Toulouse-lautrec Musee too, it is worth purchasing a combined ticket at... More

I went there again today for probably the 4th time. The ceiling is stunning. The paintings of heaven and hell are amazing and makes one think about the control exercised by the medieval church.

This cathedral is immense from the outside and beautifully painted on the inside. Great depictions of people burning in cauldrons in hell, as well as happier heavenly scenes!

Beautiful town only an hour away from Toulouse by train. Wonderful for shopping and sightseeing. The museum is a great place to see historical architecture and artwork. Well worth the visit and somewhere I will spend more time.