Aire de Pique-Nique sous le château de Sévérac
Once you've visited the medieval town and climbed the hill leading up to Sévérac castle, this picnic area offers you a quiet meal in the shade of the trees. Once you've eaten your fill, set off for the castle!
Just before reaching the picnic area, stop for a moment and contemplate the view: the Notre-Dame de Lorette chapel seems to be waving to you in the distance.
We recommend that you start your discovery with the town itself!
Once protected by a rampart, a dry moat and four fortified gates (two of which still stand), it's home to some fine residences with stair towers, vaulted passageways, corbels, half-timbering, mullioned windows... Stroll through the narrow streets to discover the Romanesque fountain, the church, the covered market (le Sestayral), the Maison des Consuls, the Maison de Jeanne, the stalls, etc.
Guided tours are available in July and August.
For the digital tour of the city, grab your tablet or smartphone and follow Guilhem! Follow the trail of Jean le Berger, who will tell you about his greatest treasure... Playful and poetic, discover Sévérac-le-Château through games, riddles and legends. Available on App Store or Google Play "Balades des Grands Causses".
A treasure hunt, Amaury le Chevalier, is also available from the Tourist Office on request.
Finally, visit the legendary Château de Sévérac.
Built on a mound over 800 m high, the castle watches over the medieval town and offers a remarkable view over the Aveyron valley.
