Heritage in Aveyron
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St Geniez d'Olt, la Ville Lumière
Saint-Geniez-d'Olt-et-d'Aubrac
It is said that in the late 15th century there lived in St-Geniez a fisherman whose two children had captured a gopher. The little animal ran off scared on a stormy afternoon. The two children ran after it when a violent storm started and immersed the valley in a real deluge. On their return, several houses, including theirs had been washed away. By fleeing the little animal had saved their lives. They were nicknamed "the Marmots". By extension the name was given to all the inhabitants.
Commanderie des Canabières
Salles-Curan
The commandery of the hospitallers of Saint Jean de Jérusalem des Canabières is the oldest hospitaller foundation in Rouergue.
Visite du village de Peyrusse le Roc et du site médiéval
Peyrusse-le-Roc
Fortified by nature, Peyrusse, the ancient Petrucia seeks its origins in the night of time. It's a life-size history book, a walk through the centuries.
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.
Chapelle des Pénitents Noirs
Saint-Geniez-d'Olt-et-d'Aubrac
In 1672 the Augustine monks transfer part of their land to the Penitents de la Misericorde brotherhood. The latter, better known as the Black Penitents, referring to the colour of their cloaks, finished their chapel in 1705. It is dedicated to Saint Jean Baptiste.
Terra Olt
Saint-Parthem
Scenographic centre dedicated to the river Lot and the traditions of this valley: navigation, fishing, daily life of the Ribièrols (riverains in French - inhabitants), geography, geology, ... new interactive course to learn while having fun.
Village fortifié de Vimenet
Vimenet
The association "L'Eau et la Pierre" propose a 2h guided tour of the medieval village of Vimenet by appointment for groups. Guided tours in summer (enquire) or by appointment for groups. Bookings: Tourism Office : +33 5 65 70 71 30.
Parcours "Oreilles en balade" à Sauveterre-de-Rouergue
Sauveterre-de-Rouergue
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 des Hermeaux à Saint Laurent d'Olt
Saint-Laurent-d'Olt
Discover the Château des Hermeaux and its magnificent view of St. Laurent d’Olt! This 18th-century castle, formerly an IME (Institute for Medical Education), is once again open to the public throughout the year.
Eglise Saint-Amans-du-Ram
Vézins-de-Lévézou
Beautiful Romanesque building with double rolls and decorated capitals.
Eglise de St Pierre de Bessuéjouls
Bessuéjouls
Located on one of the most prestigious pilgrimage roads "Le Chemin de St Jacques de Compostelle", the church of St Pierre de Bessuéjouls, in pink stone, was rebuilt in the 15th century, but preserved its Romanesque part under the belltower intact.
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.