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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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.
Visite de la Vieille Ville d'Entraygues pour les enfants
Entraygues-sur-Truyère
Discover the old centre of Entraygues whilst having fun at the same time. Answer questions (games, charades...) and come back and check your answers at the Office de Tourisme. Free documentation from the Office de Tourisme.
Château Templier de la Couvertoirade
La Couvertoirade
Established during the 13th century, this château is a listed Historic Monument, emblematic of the military order of the Templar, these Knights of Christ, monks and soldiers.
Château de Brousse
Brousse-le-Château
13th to 18th century castle (château fort). The fortified walls have been conserved as has the major part of its walkway. Diverse exhibitions, paintings, photos, ancient tools...
Village médiéval de Castelnau-Pégayrols
Castelnau-Pégayrols
Visit of the mediaeval village: 12th century hydraulic system, Romanesque priory (11-12th century), abbey-church (11-12th century), parish church (11-12th century), ramparts.
Vestiges du château de Peyroles
La Salvetat-Peyralès
Ruins of an ancient fortified castle which gave its name to the region, the Peyralès !
CHATEAU ET JARDIN DE BOURNAZEL
Bournazel
Private Renaissance château listed as a Historic Monument. One of southern France's most significant buildings with its innovative architecture and remarkable carved decor. Its gardens are classified 'Jardin Remarquables'.
Château de Bertholène
Bertholène
Known from early 12th century texts, the castle of Bertholene has an important strategic location. Visits possible on 25 July and 22 August 2014 (followed by the visit of the Musée de Montrozier), after booking on 05 65 70 71 30.
Forteresse Royale de Najac
Najac
The 12th and 13th century royal fortress is an extraordinary example of military defences It was actively used in the fight against the Cathars and the Hundred Years war. Its dungeon served as a prison for the last Knights of the Rouergue.
Château de Larguiès
Salles-Curan
Guided visit of the exterior of the château built at the beginning of the 16th century and the garden. The château is listed in the Inventaire Supplémentaire des Monuments Historiques.
Château de Peyrelade
Rivière-sur-Tarn
Majestic 12th century mediaeval fortress built on a rocky spur dominating the Gorges du Tarn.
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 du village de Villecomtal
Villecomtal
An accompanied visit of Villecomtal to discover the history of this emblematic mediaeval village of red sandstone dominated by its 15th century château.
Château des évêques
Salles-Curan
Guillaume de La Tour, bishop of Rodez and lord of Salles-Curan, built this castle in 1441-1447 - he and his successors reside there frequently, to the extent that they often administer the diocese from there...
Château de Calmont d'Olt
Espalion
Perched above the town of Espalion, the castle of Calmont d'Olt is a historic monument which dominates the Lot valley. Daily shows and live demonstrations with siege machines everyday during the summer holidays.
Vestiges du château d'Auriac
Saint-Rome-de-Tarn
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.
Château / Musée de la vie rurale / Musée de la pierre
Saint-Beauzély
In the château at the heart of the mediaeval village of Saint Beauzély, a collection of more than 5000 objects concerning agricultural crafts, rural life and stone crafts. Reconstruction of a school classroom at the start of the last century. Museum associated with the Museum of the Rouergue.
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