Some further brief details of upcoming events – 2026
1. MILLAU & ROQUEFORT – (see the fuller detail below in the post of April 25th) The visit will take place over two days to include a guided tour of the cheese caves in Roquefort; the Templar stronghold of La Couvertoirade; and the Visitor Centre at the Millau Viaduct over the Tarn. Lunch will be arranged on both days. Members are welcome to attend some or all parts of this visit.
Confirmed dates: Friday 29 and Saturday 30 May 2026.
2. TOULOUSE – A visit to take place over two days. Current thinking is that day one day will start with lunch, followed by a visit to Aeroscopia, Blagnac. The second day will comprise visits to one or more of the several city attractions, to include: the Fondation Bemberg; the Basilica of Saint Sernin; the Capitol; and the Couvent de Jacobins. Members are welcome to attend some or all parts of this visit.
Confirmed dates: Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 June 2026.
3. PECHE MERLE CAVES in the Lot – to include a visit to the Peche Merle cave (known for its original prehistoric paintings) and its related Museum; a talk on prehistoric lithic manufacture; and lunch.
Confirmed date: Thursday 9 July 2026.
4. BORDEAUX – Visit to Bassin des Lumières (Matisse and/or Frida Kahlo) and lunch at the Cité du Vin.
Timing: likely 21, 22 or 23 September 2026.
Jeremy Trace
Hon. Secretary
Oxford University Society | Southwest France
28 April 2026