the châteaux of Aveyron
more than just a visit !
In the château de Belcastel, you will find several art galleries including the exhibition of rare works by American illustrators. At the château du Colombier, the lions from the mediaeval animal park await you. At the château de Calmont d’Olt, children become knights and experts in mediaeval culture will demonstrate Middle Age war machines.
These are just a few examples of the extreme diversity of these châteaux that all offer an experience that goes well beyond a simple visit.
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Château de Taurines
Centrès
13th-14th century castle restaured in 1982 by the "Association du Château de Taurines", in collaboration with "Les Compagnons du Devoir". Every summer since 1985, an exhibition of contemporary art is presented in this exceptional setting.
Visite libre de Cruéjouls
Palmas d'Aveyron
Château d'Estaing
Estaing
Classified as Historic Monument since 1945, the castle has both ramarkable history end architecture that we invite you to discover. Property of the Foundation Valéry Giscard d'Estaing.
Beffroi de Millau - Tour des Rois d'Aragon
Millau
The tower of the kings of Aragon on top of which sits the polygonal tower, was a symbol of the domination of the kings of Aragon towards the end of the 12th century.
Château de Peyrelade
Rivière-sur-Tarn
Majestic 12th century mediaeval fortress built on a rocky spur dominating the Gorges du Tarn.
Château de Sévérac
Sévérac d'Aveyron
Discover the Middle Age ramparts, towers and chapel, the Renaissance façade, exceptional viewpoint over the Aveyron valley and the medieval village and viewpoint indicator. Sévérac le Château is an ideal place to stay and discover the Aveyron.
Mélac castle
Saint-Rome-de-Cernon
This rare fortified wealthy house of the southern Rouergue was built between the 14th and the 16th centuries. The castle has four main buildings which are interconnected by towers (Renaissance tower) and form an amazing inner courtyard with arcades.
Découverte de la vieille ville d'Entraygues
Entraygues-sur-Truyère
Visit the old town. Departure from the Office de Tourisme, marked itinerary from N° 1 to N° 21 (signs positioned along the circuit). Free guided visit available from the Office de Tourisme in French, English, Spanish, German and Dutch.
Saint-Izaire castle and archery museum
Saint-Izaire
Fortified castle from the 14th century whose impressive sandstone walls hide the refinement of its internal decoration.
Visite libre de Sainte Eulalie d'Olt
Sainte-Eulalie-d'Olt
Vestiges du château d'Auriac
Saint-Rome-de-Tarn
Château de Valon
Lacroix-Barrez
The site of Valon is impressive. It offers a sumptuous panoramic view of the "Gorges de la Truyère". Come in through the door- you enter into a universe of history, tales and legends. A staircase straight out of a fantasy tale.
Coupiac Castle and Rural Wood Museum
Coupiac
In the heart of the village of Coupiac, the 15th century castle opens its doors to you and allows you to discover daily life in the Middle Ages and its furnished rooms.
CHATEAU DE BELCASTEL
Belcastel
Visit the medieval castle and its exhibition CREATURA about medieval bestiary. Including 6 life-size and animated legendary creatures!
Parc du Château du Colombier
Salles-la-Source
Family birthplace of the count De La Panouse, the Parc du Colombier reveals to you several centuries of history.
Vestiges du château de Peyroles
La Salvetat-Peyralès
Ruins of an ancient fortified castle which gave its name to the region, the Peyralès !
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