The word "gaillarde" has two meanings: used nowadays to mean bold or charming, in the Middle Ages the term described a fortified town such as Brive. This sunny, friendly town has a rich history, an interesting water tower and a magnificent array of flower-filled parks and gardens. A pleasant town with a relaxed atmosphere, Brive-la-Gaillarde holds an annual book fair, regular "foires grasses" (markets selling duck and goose products) and is renowned for its rugby team.
The word "gaillarde" has two meanings: used nowadays to mean bold or charming, in the Middle Ages the term described a fortified town such as Brive. This sunny, friendly town has a rich history, an interesting water tower and a magnificent array of flower-filled parks and gardens. A pleasant town with a relaxed atmosphere, Brive-la-Gaillarde holds an annual book fair, regular "foires grasses" (markets selling duck and goose products) and is renowned for its rugby team.
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Contact :
Brive et son Pays Tourist Office
Place du XIV Juillet
19100 Brive la Gaillarde
Tél : 00 33 5 55 24 08 80
Fax : 00 33 5 55 24 58 24
service.accueil@brive-tourisme.com
www.brive-tourisme.com