📚 Montolieu: The French village dedicated to books
A Pyrenean village transformed into a literary hub
📋 Fast Facts
- Population: approximately 800 residents
- Location: Near the Pyrenees mountains in southern France
- Bookshops: 15 independent bookstores
- Infrastructure: No ATMs in the village
Montolieu is a small village in Occitanie, France, located near the foothills of the Pyrenees. Despite its modest size and limited banking services, the village has become known for an unusual concentration of independent bookshops that far exceeds the typical offerings of settlements this size. The village serves as a destination for book enthusiasts and readers seeking a quiet retreat ...