Ahead of Barrow Raiders’ upcoming trip to face Toulouse Olympique in Albi on Saturday, we have compiled some essential information that supporters making the trip need to be aware of.

Venue & kick-off time

Due to the Stade Ernest-Wallon being the training base of the Japan rugby union team for the duration of the upcoming Rugby Union World Cup, Saturday’s fixture against Toulouse will be played in Albi at the Stade Mazicou.

The Betfred Championship clash will kick-off at 5pm local time (4pm UK time).

Address: Stade Mazicou, 82 Av. de Mazicou, 81000 Albi

Tickets

Match tickets, available to buy online at a discounted rate or on the day of the game at the ground, are priced as follows:

Est Category –

  • Adults: €10
  • Concessions: €5
  • Ages 6-16: €2
  • Under 6s: Free

Honor Category –

  • Adults: €20
  • Ages 6-16: €2

Tourist information

Albi is located in south-west France, on the river Tarn. An episcopal city, Albi is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and has numerous cultural sights and experiences for fans to enjoy before and after the game.

Sainte-Cécile Cathedral, the largest brick cathedral in the world, towers proudly over the city. Its unique Gothic style and military appearance set it apart from other cathedrals.

The Palais de la Berbie, otherwise known as the palace of the bishops of Albi, is built on a naturally fortified site, overlooking the river Tarn. Classified as a historic monument in 1862, it is one of the best-preserved episcopal palaces in France.

There are also four medieval quarters to enjoy in the episcopal city:

  • Castelviel, opposite the cathedral bell tower and on the outskirts of the ancient medieval fortifications, is the cradle of the city.
  • Castelnau, a picturesque district with wide, straight streets, is the symbol of the modern subdivision of the town in the 12th century.
  • The ring- or wheel-shaped village of Saint-Salvi surrounds the collegiate church and the Saint-Salvi cloister.
  • The Combes and banks of the Tarn, including the Pont-vieux, built between 1035 and 1040, is the key to the town’s commercial prosperity in the Middle Ages, and is one of the oldest bridges in France.

A full list of things to do in Albi can be found here.

Travel information

The Albi Tourism Office has provided practical information for supporters looking to travel in and around the city, which can be found here.

Bus travel

In order to facilitate access to Albi for Toulouse and English supporters, Toulouse Olympique are setting up buses from the Stade Ernest-Wallon. Fans are advised to arrive 15 minutes before departure.

Saturday 26 August: TO v Barrow Raiders

  • Departure from the Stade Ernest-Wallon in car park ‘A’: 2:30pm
  • Arrival at Mazicou Stadium: 3:30pm
  • Kick-off: 5pm
  • Departure from Mazicou Stadium: 8pm
  • Arrival at the Stade Ernest-Wallon: around 9pm

The price of general bus tickets will be 10€ per person. There are also packages available for supporters wishing to enjoy a cocktail at the match, or who want to enjoy a post-match meal.

Click here to secure your place on the bus.

Is there TV coverage?

Unfortunately, there will be no TV or streaming coverage of Saturday’s game at the Stade Mazicou.

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