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Tarbes

Tarbes (; Gascon: Tarba) is a commune in the Hautes-Pyrénées department in the Occitanie region of southwestern France. It is the capital of Bigorre and of the Hautes-Pyrénées. It has been a commune since 1790. It was known as Turba or Tarba in Roman times. Tarbes is part of the historical region of Gascony.

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Tarbes is a commune in France, situated in the Hautes-Pyrénées department within the Occitanie region. It serves as the capital of the Hautes-Pyrénées department, the arrondissement of Tarbes, and the cantons of Tarbes-2 and Tarbes-3. The town is located near the Adour river and shares borders with Andrest, Aureilhan, Bordères-sur-l'Échez, and Bours. Its postal code is 65000, and it lies at an elevation of 326 meters above sea level.

The area of Tarbes is 15.33 square kilometers. Population figures vary by source, with one listing 44,529 residents and another citing 52,106. Demographic data indicates a male population of 19,635 and a female population of 21,883. The town is twinned with Huesca and Altenkirchen.

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Place details

Locality: Tarbes
Region: Occitanie
Country: France
Population: 52,106
Timezone: Europe/Paris

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Key facts

French commune.name: Tarbes
French commune.commune status: Prefecture and commune
French commune.image: Mairie de Tarbes (Hautes-Pyrénées, France).jpg
French commune.caption: The Hôtel de Ville
French commune.arrondissement: Tarbes
French commune.canton: 3 cantons
French commune.INSEE: 65440
French commune.postal code: 65000
French commune.mayor: Gérard Trémège
French commune.term: 2020–2026
French commune.party: LR
French commune.intercommunality: CA Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées
French commune.image coat of arms: Blason ville Tarbes.svg
French commune.elevation m: 304
French commune.elevation min m: 284
French commune.elevation max m: 326
French commune.area km2: 15.33

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Travel guide

Understand

thumb|Mairie de Tarbes (city hall) Overlooked by the Pyrenees mountain range, Tarbes is a city marked by its military history and the renewal of its industry. Its gardens serve as settings for the rich homes of former industrialists and notables. Entertainment is provided in former factories. Horses are celebrated there (Equestria, National Stud Farm), the army (statue and birthplace of Marshal Foch, Museum of Deportation and Resistance, Hussar Museum), and the Pyrenees (Four Valleys Fountain, Pyrenees National Park House). Enjoy the tranquility of the climate just a stone's throw from spa resorts and winter sports.

Buy

City centre ( Maréchal Foch and Brauhauban streets) has streets bringing together major national and international ready-to-wear brands (H&M, Galerie Lafayette), bookstores, etc.

Eat

Around the Place de Verdun you will find a collection of traditional cafés and bistros and in the Sède district several traditional French or Hispanic restaurants (Route 66, l'Epicerie, l'Ambroisie, etc.)

Travel guide from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0)

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Encyclopedic overview

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Contents

Geography
Location
Hydrography
Neighbouring communes
Climate
Toponymy
Legendary origin of the name
History
Antiquity
Middle Ages
Early Modern era
19th century
Prerogatives of a chef-lieu
Legacy
Industrial development
20th century
21st century
Heraldry
Economy
Industry
Zones of activity
University centre
Tourism
Agriculture
Transport
Air
Rail
Road
Public transport
Politics and administration
Political trends and results
List of mayors
Cantons
Intercommunality
Schools
Higher academic institutions
Health
Demography
Outstanding public buildings and places
Public buildings
Fountains and squares
Military heritage
Industrial remains
Religious buildings
Cathedral, churches and mosque
Chapels
Old mansions
Green spaces
Culture
Museums and exhibition spaces
Musical culture
Theatres
Events
Local media
Newspapers
Radio
Internet
Gastronomy
Military life
Sport
Clubs
Facilities
Events
Notable people
Political figures
Sportspeople
Writers
Military
Musicians, singers & actors
Painters and sculptors
Business
Tarbes in the arts, literature and media
International relations
See also
References
External links

Formerly of strong industrial tradition, Tarbes today tries to diversify its activities, particularly in aeronautics and high tech around the different zones of activities which are increasing. The recent development of Tarbais beans and other regional specialties also shows a willingness to develop the agri-food industry thus justifying its nickname of "market town". Its 42,888 inhabitants are called Tarbaises and the Tarbais.

Excerpted from Wikipedia’s “Tarbes” article, available under the CC BY-SA 4.0 licence.