Heritage in Aveyron
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Maison Départementale de la mémoire résistance, déportation et citoyenneté
Aubin
Area dedicated to the darkest period of the 20th century: the Second World War.
Eglise et Jardin botanique Saint-Xist
Le Clapier
Saint Xist is situated in the commune of Clapier, between this village and that of Fondamente. It's bell-tower completes its elegant architecture and serves as a landmark for the small hamlet nestling at its feet. At he foot of the plateau du Guilhaumard, reputed for its rich flora and fauna, come and discover the Saint Xist botanical garden.
Chapelle des Pénitents Blancs
Espalion
On the road of St Jacques de Compostelle, built in 1700, derelict abd then renovated from 2001, the Chapel of the White Penitents, with a brotherhood going back to 1668, is distinguished by its facade with a door framed with "refends" and crowned with an arched pediment. An oculus and two windows surround a niche with a statue of the H. Virgin.
Saint-Clair de Verdun
Quins
Immerse yourself in the past while exploring this site and its pre-Roman chapel, surrounded by the forest, in the heart of the Ségala region.
Medieval town of Sévérac-le-Château
Sévérac d'Aveyron
Discover the medieval town of Sévérac-le-Château, designated a "Petite Cité de Caractère", with its cobbled streets, half-timbered houses and historic monuments. Self-guided visits all year round and guided tours in summer.
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.
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.
Église de Bonneterre
Saint-Laurent-d'Olt
You reach the hamlet of Bonneville via a small picturesque road. Its church, dedicated to St Amans dates from the 18th century.
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.
La Fontaine des Barthes
Saint-Laurent-d'Olt
Explore Baraqueville
Baraqueville
Settled in a Segala ridge, this small modern town owes its creation and expansion to its geographical location, which gave it - and still gives it - the opportunity to play a major role in the area economy for agriculture.
Visite guidée de la chartreuse Saint-Sauveur
Villefranche-de-Rouergue
Chapelle Notre-Dame de Treize Pierres
Villefranche-de-Rouergue
Place of legends. Important centre of local religious history. Artistic monument.
Eglise romane Saint-Blaise de Clairvaux
Clairvaux-d'Aveyron
At the centre of the medieval village of Clairvaux, this is the Romanesque church of Saint-Blaise, listed Historic Monument.
