Heritage in Aveyron
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Chapelle Notre Dame d'Orient
Laval-Roquecezière
Chapel, altarpiece, sundial, leather altar. Listed Historic Monument.
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.
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.
Vestiges du château de Peyroles
La Salvetat-Peyralès
Ruins of an ancient fortified castle which gave its name to the region, the Peyralès !
Église Saint Félix de Laissac
Laissac-Sévérac l'Église
Musée Le Moulin de Burée
Brommat
On the beautiful water discovery walk in Brommat, an indispensable stop: the discovery of a flower watermill, how it works and its history.
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.
La Maison des Dolmens
Sévérac d'Aveyron
La Maison des Dolmens is a discovery site in the Parc Naturel Régional des Grands Causses: you will find an exhibition on the construction and the functions of these "stone tables". 17 dolmens are to be found around the Maison des Dolmens ... so don't hesitate to follow the "Dolmen Discovery Circuit" available at the Office de Tourisme!
Chapelle Notre-Dame de Lorette
Sévérac d'Aveyron
Discover the History of that chapel, the exact replica of the Santa Casa de Lorette in Italy. Built in 1651 by the Duke Louis d'Arpajon, a legend surrounds its construction, are you ready to hear it ?
Eglise romane Saint-Paul de Salles-la-Source
Salles-la-Source
In downtown Salles-la-Source, the Romanesque church Saint-Paul, listed Historical Monument opens its doors to you.
Chapelle et Chateau de Gozon
Les Costes-Gozon
Le Sentier du Berger
Sévérac d'Aveyron
On the Aire de l'Aveyron at the exit 42 of the A 75, enjoy a stop to discover our small heritage in dry stone. An association of enthusiasts reconstituted a shepherd's hut and tower, a lavagna, walls... to give you a view of the treasures hidden in our countryside and that shape our landscapes.
Le MUC : Musée municipal Urbain Cabrol
Villefranche-de-Rouergue
Generalist museum predominantly archaeological and ethnological. Installation of new Beaux Arts rooms. Temporary art exhibitions.
Église de St Saturnin de Lenne
Saint-Saturnin-de-Lenne
The primitive church of St Saturnin de Lenne, that overlooks the Serre valley, dates from the 11th century. It was then rebuilt in the 12th century, then expanded in the 13th century.
Chapelle St Ferréol
Saint-Laurent-d'Olt
The chapel St Ferréol, built at the foot of Marijolet on the banks of the Lot, dates from the 17th century.
Maison de la Mémoire (House of Memory) in the Saint-Affrique area
Saint-Affrique
Come and explore the variety and richness of the Aveyron's heritage and culture. Entry is free!!!
Discover the Viaur Viaduct
Tauriac-de-Naucelle
Completed in 1902, this railway bridge - listed among the Historical Monuments in France - cross the valley where the Viaur River runs. Imagined by Engineer Paul Bodin, this steel-made masterpiece will surprise you with its apparent lightness!
