Discover Toulouse’s Hôtel d’Assézat, a blend of prestigious architecture and artistic masterpieces from the Fondation Bemberg.

The Hôtel d’Assézat, built between 1555 and 1562 by the architect Nicolas Bachelier for the wealthy pastel merchant Pierre d’Assézat, is one of the finest private mansions of the Toulouse Renaissance.

Today, it’s home to the Fondation Bemberg, a prestigious museum featuring an exceptional collection of paintings, sculptures, furniture and objets d’art from the Renaissance to the XXᵉ century.

With its brick and stone facades, courtyards and ancient salons, the Hôtel d’Assézat offers a unique immersion in the history, art and elegance of yesteryear.

Explore the Fondation Bemberg: an exceptional journey of art from the XVIᵉ to the XXᵉ century, between masterpieces, exhibitions and Renaissance ambience.

The Fondation Bemberg offers a rich museum journey: from the XVIᵉ to the XXᵉ century, the collection brings together Renaissance works, Flemish paintings, Impressionist pictures, bronzes, antique furniture and refined objets d’art. Highlights include masterpieces by Cranach, Titian and Veronese, as well as a remarkable group of paintings by Pierre Bonnard. The museography, renovated in 2024, modernizes the visit while preserving the historic character of the site, with themed rooms, guided tours and temporary exhibitions. Each visit offers a journey through art and time – perfect for enthusiasts, families or the curious visitor.

You can easily reach the Hôtel d’Assézat from Camping Le Rupé by metro, bike or car.

From Camping Le Rupé, reaching the Hôtel d’Assézat is quick and easy.

By car, the journey takes around 25-30 minutes via the A620 and then the ring road, with parking lots close to the city center.

By train or metro, park at one of the outlying stations, then take line A to Esquirol – the Foundation entrance is just a 5-minute walk away.

For cyclists, allow around 20-25 min from the campsite, using the cycle paths along the Garonne and through the town center. A cultural outing that’s accessible to all!