Rugby in Occitanie

Rugby - Place du Capitole - Toulouse © D.VIet / CRTL Occitanie

In Occitanie, rugby is more than just a sport: it's a way of life, a passion that goes deep into the pride of identity, history, the taste of a fervour for life that's just waiting to be shared.

Occitanie: a rugby heartland

A sport and way of life

Discover how rugby made its way from the fields of England to Place du Capitole, Toulouse.

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Rugby - Match du Castres Olympique © Patrick Olombel
Rugby - Toulouse © N.Casado / Ville deToulouse

Rugby: the sport par excellence in Occitanie

Everyone lives and breathes rugby in this region

Occitanie is not only home to France's greatest regional rugby union league, but also to Stade Toulousain, the most decorated club in French history. But that's not all the region has to offer when it comes to rugby.

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We live and breathe rugby around here!

Sleeping, eating, drinking, getting dressed, partying... Your trip to Occitanie will be wholly dedicated to rugby. The unmissable places on our list are ready to welcome you with open arms!

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In Occitanie, we love rugby and travelling peacefully, taking our time, surrounding ourselves with good company, and savouring moments of happiness, no matter how big or small. Every Sunday is a matchday — a huge occasion. Every trip is also a wonderful journey. That's why Occitanie invented the "wonderful journey." This new way of travelling unites us around the sharing of experiences, hospitality, goodwill, diversity and a commitment to preserving the environment. So, in good company, and in a true Occitan spirit, embark upon wonderful journeys across the breath-taking region of Occitanie