For the writer Jean Guéhenno a book is a tool for freedom Novels, thrillers, science fiction, comics. .. So many styles and books that let us escape into invented worlds. Do you prefer autobiographies or historical books? No worries. There’s something for everyone in these 5 independent bookshops in Toulouse, where we love to find the books we’re going to devour.
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BDfugue Café Toulouse, the ideal place for comic book lovers in the pink city
Imagine 170m2 of floor space dedicated exclusively to Franco-Belgian comics, manga and luxury prints. You’re not dreaming, with nearly 15,000 references in stock BDfugue Café Toulouse is bound to have something for you. Situated between Esquirol and the Capitole, this fine Toulouse address also features a café area and a courtyard for book signings, meetings with authors and competitions.
📍11, Rue Saint Ursule – 31000 Toulouse
🚇 Esquirol | Capitole
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Librairie café Le Chameau sauvage, one of Toulouse’s cosiest independent bookshops
Between bookshop and cultural café, The Wild Camel has several bumps in the road. It’s a haven of peace, a place for sharing, meeting and personal enrichment, and it’s sure to satisfy your thirst for reading and learning. Between its bookshop area (over 7,000 references of new books in all fields and second-hand books) and its café area with a small outdoor patio, we love the many workshops (particularly writing workshops) organized there. Le Chameau sauvage, one of Toulouse’s must-visit independent bookshops.
📍43, avenue des États-Unis – 31200 Toulouse
🚇 Barrière de Paris
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Ombres Blanches, an institution in Toulouse
You may not have known it, but in 2021 the Toulouse bookstore Ombres Blanches was ranked top 10 best bookshops in France. But you don’t need a ranking to know that this haven for reading enthusiasts is dear to the hearts of the city’s inhabitants. Nestled in the heart of Toulouse, this independent general bookshop offers a wide choice of books.
📍50, Rue Léon Gambetta – 31000 Toulouse
🚇Capitole
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Terra Nova, a committed independent bookshop in Toulouse
Foreign literature, French literature, untranslated literature, humanities, children’s literature… The books you’ll find at Terra Nova are always in tune with current events, allowing us to delve deeper into the social issues that affect us all. Thought of as a place that connects people, you can also attend various meetings in their café area. Don’t hesitate to follow their news on their facebook page.
📍18, Rue Léon Gambetta – 31000 Toulouse
🚇 Esquirol | Capitole
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Madame Bovary, a charming tearoom and bookshop a stone’s throw from the Capitole
There is a plethora of bookshops serving delicacies in the center of Toulouse. And Madame Bovary is no exception. With a name like that, this tea room and bookshop invites us to relax and escape in a charming setting that almost evokes a boudoir. Here, we petit-déjeune lunch or dinner brunch and for dessert we treat ourselves to one of their delicious books.
📍13, Rue Peyrolières – 31000 Toulouse
🚇Capitole