APÈRO HISTOIRE(S)
March 18th 2026, 7 PM
La Cafetière, cultural and community bar
Aurignac (Comenge, Haute-Garonne, France)
An event organized by Eth Ostau Comengés in the context of the Tramontana Network project, funded by the European Union.
A conversation between Mathieu Fauré and Marc Galy about the history of boatbuilding in Cazères. Boatbuilding in Cazères has been documented since the late 18th century. Arnaud Atoch and his son-in-law, Laurent Lécussan, are at the origin of a dynasty of shipbuilders who supplied boats to clients on the Garonne River, its tributaries, and even the Canal Midi. Participants will learn about the characteristics of these boats and how they were built.