Castles & Monuments

Seat of the Seigniory of Peyrebrune, this centuries old tower still proudly dominates the Alrance valley and its lake from the top of its 3013 foot high peak. Recently restored by …

The recent redevelopment of Le Claux offers a lush and welcoming green space in the Lot Valley. The restoration work carried out on the site highlights the legacy of more than a mi…

The Croix d'Orlhaguet dates from the 15th and 16th centuries are particularly remarkable. The 16th century cross in the church square is a listed Historic Monument, the cross on th…

From that ancient feodal fortress we have obtained the church of the Cene, the defence tower and the ruins of the lord's residence and a house. Accompanied by a guide, you will cli…

What remains of this ancient feudal fortress are the church de la Cène and the defensive tower. Numerous stairways cut into the rock escarpment bear witness to the Romanesque prese…

Discover the "bread" tree and its fruit, the basic ingredient in bygone years for food in rural areas. You will follow all the cycles, from the maturity of the fruit to the final p…

Maison de la Châtaigne (Chestnut House): discover the breadfruit tree and its fruit, once the staple food in rural areas. Over 140 m2, you'll follow every cycle, from the ripening …

Built a thousand years ago on a gigantic rock, this magnificent fortress rises above one of the most beautiful villages in the Aveyron region of France. A self-guided tour, rich wi…

Built over a thousand years ago on a solid rocky outcrop, this magnificent fortress overlooks one of France's Most Beautiful Villages. After discovering it in ruins in 1973, Fernan…

Just 900 meters upstream from the village of Belcastel, perched above the Lourdou cave, lie the remarkable remains of an ancient fort probably dating from the 5th century. This lit…

Built in the early 15th century by Alzias de Saunhac, this magnificent bridge is a remarkable example of medieval architecture. Originally, it enabled the inhabitants of the right …

The enclosure, several metres high, equipped with numerous defensive elements and a moat, bear witness to its defensive vocation. The castle was taken and destroyed several times d…

Visit of the domain and the castle in summer, Tuesdays from 2nd to 30 August at 3 pm, by booking on 05 65 70 71 30. 

The castle is open to visitors during special events organized in the summer starting July 21, 2026, by the Tourist Office. Advance reservations are required through the Tourist Of…

The château's architecture, sculpted decoration and garden represent one the most beautiful creations from the time of François I, expressing the 16th century patron's intellectual…

Situated in the west of the Aveyron département, between Rodez and Villefranche de Rouergue, Château de Bournazel is one of the most remarkable Renaissance châteaux in Occitanie, t…

 Come and discover the village of Bournazel, a place stamped by history in a lush green setting. visit of the village suggests you follow a route through the back-streets enabling …

A church firmly planted on the ground... Built during 13th century, then fortified by the inhabitants during 14th & 15th centuries in order to protect themselves from the English…

A real fortress whose defensive architecture is clearly visible: a keep, a succession of towers included in ramparts crowned with machicolations and pierced with numerous loopholes…

Depending on your taste you can immerse yourself in the history of this fort or stroll in the alleys of the village, stop at the church and end up in the castle grounds. All this i…

Fortified 13th-18th century château - Like a noble battleship perched on its rock, the Château of Brousse dominates the valleys of the Tarn and the Alrance, proudly protecting its …

In the village of Brousse-le-château, classified "Most Beautiful Villages of France", discover the old bridge of the village, of Romanesque inspiration. It is part of a circuit ded…

Classified as the Most Beautiful Village in France, it is in the heart of nature that the medieval village of Brousse-le-Château has taken up residence. Escape among the narrow and…

We are told by the legend that... On his way to the Limousin region, St Martial founded this sanctuary and donated a piece of the Virgin Mary's veil. Besides, a dignitary of the Hu…

Its 15th century keep - private property -: this is all what remains of the castle of Calmont-de-Plancatge, former fief of the Arpajons, a barony who played an important role in th…

Points of interest not to be missed: the Noria, the 11th century Old Bridge, Notre Dame du Camarès (panoramic view and orientation table from the statue of the Virgin), the old cas…

Former keep built by Bérenger du Bosc in 1180, it became a medieval fortress with moat and drawbridge, pepper-pot towers, arrow-slits and bombards, until the painter's grandmother,…

Former keep built by Bérenger du Bosc in 1180, it became a medieval fortress with moat and drawbridge, pepper-pot towers, arrow-slits and bombards, until the painter's grandmother,…

The priory was founded by Saint Gausbert in the 11th century. The ogival-style church was built in 1112. A 16th-century altarpiece, statues and priestly vestments are on display. T…

After creating the "Maison de la Cabrette" in Vines, the commune of Cantoin (in northern Aveyron, 20 minutes from Laguiole) has just completed the final stages of extending the sam…

More than 1,000 years of history... Named Castrum Marinum in Latin, the hamlet's history can be dated back to 10th century, most probably. Its nature defences - dense forest, ste…

Its round towers, its loopholes and in some places its covered way with stairs and crenellated parapet. It was the master masons of Saint Beauzély who built the fortifications of C…

Visit of the mediaeval village. The 12th century hydraulic system that turned three mills. The superb Romanesque priory built in the 11 and 12th centuries where St Victor de Marsei…

A village steeped in history… The old town of pink sandstone is built as a fortress around its castle. The two churches and the priory bear witness to the splendor of Romanesque a…

A hamlet built on a legend... According to a local legend, it is said Taurines's primitive church was founded after a grave containing bones was discovered. Supposedly, its locat…

Since 1985, the château has hosted a contemporary art exhibition every summer, making it a veritable artistic showcase. This 13th-14th century château in the heart of the small rur…

Since 1985, the château has hosted a contemporary art exhibition every summer, making it a veritable artistic showcase. This 13th-14th century château in the heart of the small rur…

FORTIFIED PORTE village rampart In May 1356, at the start of the Hundred Years' War, an English troop occupied the Clairvaux Sauveté for a few days. Four months later, in September…

The village of Combret is built on a very narrow rocky spur bathed by a meander of the Rance. The red sandstone houses and steep streets of this medieval village cling to the rive…

DESCRIPTION The abbey church of Sainte-Foy was built between the 11th and 12th centuries. On its facade is the Tympanum of the Last Judgment from the same period. It is illuminated…

Conques is a place rich in architecture, sculpture, medieval goldsmithery and contemporary art in Aveyron The village of Conques, classified as one of the Most Beautiful Villages …

The jewels of Conques: impressive Romanesque architecture, a treasure unique in France, exceptional Romanesque sculptures, contemporary stained glass by Pierre Soulages and a villa…

The jewels of Conques: impressive Romanesque architecture, a treasure unique in France, exceptional Romanesque sculptures, contemporary stained glass by Pierre Soulages and a villa…

The Cabrespines Castle is a private property. It has been registered at the Historical Monuments additional inventory on 7th december 1987. Discover his ground floor accompanied by…

For groups (adults, schoolchildren, leisure centres), the Château offers adapted guided tours with or without workshops around daily life in the Middle Ages: feasts at the castle (…

The Castel de Coupiac presents a set of rooms that allow visitors to experience our history from the 15th to the 18th century on a daily basis. Many exhibitions allow you to discov…

Once a stopover on the pilgrims' route to Santiago de Compostela, the Pont de Cirou is a must-see, with its 6 semi-circular arches spanning the river from the 14th to 15th centurie…

The guided tour of the stations of the cross includes an introduction to the work followed by a description of each painting. Discover the beautiful history of the work that was un…

The 19th century Notre-Dame church holds an inestimable treasure: the only Way of the Cross in the world painted by Gustave Moreau in 1863. Listed Historic Monument.

From whatever direction you come in, via charming meandering roads, you arrive in Entraygues. And what a recompense, the beauty of the site amazes you. This town with its numerous …

Come and discover this town of medieval remains, with its narrow streets, half-timbered houses, cantous and ganelles, and, of course, its medieval structures: 2 13th-century Gothic…

This town with its numerous mediaeval vestiges lying between the Lot and the Truyère, offers us its old streets, its cantous fireplaces and ganelles, superb timber-framed houses da…

This fortified castle is the perfect example of Middle Age defenses. Guided and unguided tours on the theme of war in the medieval times is available. A complete program of shows a…

A fortified castle is the perfect example of Middle Age defenses. Guided and unguided tours on the theme of war in the Middle Ages. Live shooting of the trebuchet and cannons along…

L'esplanade du Foirail: a former livestock fairground on the banks of the River Lot; the 8-pin bowling green: an emblematic Aveyron game. From the foirail: breathtaking traditional…

Discover our once-fortified town, nestled at the foot of the imposing Château Fort of the Lords of Calmont. Its old houses bathed in the waters of the river, between the Vieux Pala…

The village is characterized by its circular layout, organized around a central square dominated by the church and its striking twisted (or flamed) bell tower, facing its imposing …

Let the booklet guide you into the heart of Espalion to solve the riddle. The answer is available from the Espalion tourist information office during opening hours.

Classified as Historic Monument since 1945, the Castle of Estaing has both remarkable history and architecture that we invite you to discover. Guided (2 per days by bookings only) …