Tarascon-sur-Ariège, commune in Ariège, France
Tarascon-sur-Ariège is a commune located in the Ariège region in southwestern France, nestled in the valley of the Ariège river. The settlement spreads along the river valley with mountains rising around it.
The settlement developed in the Ariège valley and was shaped by its riverside location. Over centuries, the commune grew as a crossing point between mountain areas and lower valleys in the region.
The name comes from the Ariège river and from Tarasque, a creature from local legend that defines the place's identity. This legendary figure appears in various local representations throughout the commune.
The commune is accessible by roads through the valley and well connected to surrounding mountain areas. Visiting is easiest during warmer months when the weather is stable and roads are clear.
The area is known for caves in the nearby surroundings that contain ancient wall markings. These underground formations offer evidence of very early human activity in the region.
Location: canton of Tarascon-sur-Ariège
Location: Ariège
Location: arrondissement of Foix
Inception: April 1, 1973
Elevation above the sea: 650 m
Shares border with: Alliat, Arignac, Arnave, Bompas, Génat, Niaux, Quié, Rabat-les-Trois-Seigneurs, Surba, Ussat
Phone: +33534098888
Email: mairie@mairie-tarascon.com
Website: http://mairie-tarascon.com
GPS coordinates: 42.84750,1.60611
Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:01
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Église Saint-Pierre de Génat
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Église Sainte-Quitterie de Tarascon-sur-Ariège
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