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 des Bourines
Bertholène
Discover the Domaine des Bourines and its castle, a large agricultural complex with first constructions going back to the 12th century.
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.
Château de Latour-sur-Sorgues - visite guidée ou libre
Marnhagues-et-Latour
Château altered at different times (12th, 15th and 16th centuries).
Château de Graves
Villefranche-de-Rouergue
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 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.
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.
Explore Taurines
Centrès
In this hamlet with Gallo-Roman origins, prevails the medieval era, mainly through its 13th century castle!
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.
CHATEAU DE BELCASTEL
Belcastel
Visit the medieval castle and its exhibition CREATURA about medieval bestiary. Including 6 life-size and animated legendary creatures!
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.
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 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.
Visite libre de Cruéjouls
Palmas d'Aveyron
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