Bridges and public holidays

In Greater Montauban

The calendar of public holidays and bridging days in May 2026

The year 2026 offers a number of public holidays during the week, making it possible to organise bridges, extended weekends and tourist escapades in Greater Montauban and the surrounding area.

Here are the key dates for the 2026 public holidays:

Friday 1 May 2026: Labour Day– national public holiday ;

Friday 8 May 2026: Victory in 1945 – commemoration of the end of the Second World War;

Thursday 14 May 2026: Ascension Day – an ideal public holiday for bridging the gap;

Monday 25 May 2026: Whit Monday – long weekend.

Publication du : 20 April 2026

May 2026

Bridge opportunities in Montauban

1 & 8 May 2026 – Extended weekend in Greater Montauban

In May 2026, two bank holidays at the weekend mean you can make the most of long weekends without taking a lot of time off.

These days are perfect for :

Explore Montauban’s historic city centre;

Discover the spring guided tours;

Enjoy nature walks along the Canal or in the parks;

Enjoy the restaurants, cafés and lively terraces;

Visit major museums such as the Musée Ingres Bourdelle or the Natural History Museum.

“Although some visitor sites may be closed on May 1st, there are plenty of alternative activities in Montauban to make the most of your stay (bike rides, photo tours, street art, audio tours and walks).”

Ascension – Thursday 14 May | Pentecost – Monday 25 May

Ascension Thursday is another great opportunity to organise an extended weekend around Montauban. The following Friday or Monday is an ideal opportunity to discover the treasures of our region, with its heritage, nature and Occitan gastronomy.

Whit Monday is one of the highlights of spring for a long weekend of sightseeing in the Occitanie region. Thanks to this public holiday, you can extend your escapade with a cultural or nature outing in Greater Montauban.

Our activities, visits and ideas

to take advantage of the bridges in Montauban

Whether you’re looking for a long weekend, a spring break or a May bridge, Greater Montauban has plenty of ideas for outings to suit all tastes:

Nature walks and tours

Hike along the Canal des Deux Mersor the Tarn;

Explore the parks and gardens in bloom;

Cycle or walk through the rolling countryside of Tarn-et-Garonne.

Culture & heritage

Visit the Musée Ingres Bourdelle and its collections;

Explore Montauban’s Natural History Museum;

Stroll through the historic streetsof the town centre, around the Place Nationale;

Take advantage of a cultural trailandaudio guides to discover Montauban in a different way.

Shopping & entertainment

Take advantage of the shops in the town centre and the small independent boutiques;

Taste local produce at the markets of Greater Montauban;

Take part in seasonal events, depending on the dates of bank holidays.

Our advice

Plan ahead: public holidays and long weekends are very popular times for visitors – remember to book your accommodation, tours and restaurants in advance.

Plan your indoor and outdoor visits: some attractions may close on 1 May, but many cultural and natural alternatives remain accessible all year round.