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- German
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Step onto the very ground where the impossible was conquered. This immersive journey through Toulouse's Montaudran district reveals how a city honors its legendary aerospace heritage not by freezing it in time, but by weaving it into the fabric of the future. Walk the historic runway where pioneers like Saint-Exupéry and Mermoz defied gravity and geography, explore botanical gardens that map their perilous routes, and discover the hidden human stories of the mechanics and dreamers who shrank the world.
- A 5.9 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 151 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and History & Memory
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Toulouse's main station, take local public transport toward Bâtiment B612. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Bâtiment B612, Toulouse, France. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
From Gare de Toulouse-Montaudran, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Toulouse's main station. The departure point is Gare de Toulouse-Montaudran, Toulouse, France. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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The central public square of the new eco-district, demonstrating how Toulouse integrates monumental aviation history into daily civic life.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
A unique 2-hectare public park running alongside the runway, botanically representing the eight countries the Aéropostale pilots flew over.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Housed in the historic Magasin Général, this museum focuses on the human stories of the mechanics, engineers, and pilots of the Aéropostale.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The historic railway station that brought workers and materials to the factory, marking the industrial origins of Toulouse's aerospace boom.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
A cutting-edge innovation center named after the Little Prince's asteroid, symbolizing the bridge between Toulouse's literary aviation heritage and its modern R&D.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The historic administrative heart of the Latécoère company, where pilots were hired and the global strategy was orchestrated.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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