The A69 highway from Toulouse to Castres
The A69 connects the Castres bypass to the A68 highway.
The A69 highway from Toulouse to Castres
The A69 connects the Castres bypass to the A68 highway.
The A69 highway connects Toulouse to Castres
The A69 highway is a 53-kilometer free-flow highway that will open in November 2026. It connects Toulouse to Castres and links up with the A68 highway. It serves several towns, including Verfeil, Soual, and Saint-Germain-des-Prés. It is a major transportation corridor that will reduce travel time and improve access to the southern part of the Tarn department.
Travel along the A69
A route through the heart of Occitanie
The A69 winds through landscapes typical of southwestern France, between the Toulouse metropolitan area and the gateway to the Tarn. Along the way, discover a mosaic of rolling countryside, charming villages, and farmland that shape the identity of Occitanie. This route also offers exceptional access to the region’s cultural and culinary treasures, where local traditions and the art of living come together at every turn.
Discovering the Land of Cocagne
Long renowned for the cultivation of safflower, which brought it prosperity, the Pays de Cocagne boasts a remarkable heritage just off the A69. With its bastides, castles, traditional markets, and panoramic views of the Tarn hillsides, the region invites you to take a leisurely stroll. Nature lovers will also appreciate the hiking trails, wooded areas, and the proximity to the Montagne Noire—an ideal setting for outdoor activities.
Towns to explore around the A69