Heritage in Aveyron
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St Martin Romanesque church (located in the village of Plaisance)
Plaisance
This beautiful Norman style church which has been recently restored is decorated with sculptures and capitals from the Romanesque period. This historic monument dating to the 12th century can be visited on request.
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.
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.
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 ?
HISTORIC TOWN CENTRE
Rodez
Rodez through the ages. Cathedral, bishop's palace (exterior), 14th, 15th and 16th century listed houses. Themed visits are organised for individuals according to the time of year.
Chapelle d'Aurelle
Saint-Geniez-d'Olt-et-d'Aubrac
Église Notre-Dame de Lenne
Saint-Martin-de-Lenne
The small Gothic church of Lenne dates from the late 15th century.
Le pont du Cayla à La Bastide l'Evêque
Le Bas Ségala
What a picturesque getaway in the Aveyron gorges ! This ancient bridge is appreciated by the hikers who follow the GR62 B marked trail for its greenery background and preserved environment.
La Couvertoirade - Jeu de piste
La Couvertoirade
Site de la Vinzelle
Conques-en-Rouergue
Le chemin de Croix de Gustave Moreau à l'église Notre Dame de Decazeville
Decazeville
Notre-Dame of Decazeville's church: way of the cross by Gustave Moreau
La Tour de Monaco
Mur-de-Barrez
This majestic tower in the main square of Mur de Barrez is in fact the ancient main gate of the fortified wall that enclosed the old centre.
Village de Saint Léons
Saint-Léons
Pretty village in the shape of an amphitheatre built on the flank of the hill with numerous architectural assets, but also natural ones like the botanical path or the earwig garden.
Bosc Castle - House of Toulouse-Lautrec
Camjac
This richly furnished medieval castle, and exceptional family home, gave Toulouse-Lautrec the assets to become one of the 19th-century most famous painters. The artist is still present there through drawings, posters and lithographs.
Visite guidée de la bastide de Villefranche de Rouergue
Villefranche-de-Rouergue
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'.