Visitez Laguiole, capitale de l'Aubrac et des couteaux
At an altitude of 1,000 metres, Laguiole dominates the Aubrac plateau. A must-see town, Laguiole offers a delightful stroll through its cutlery shops, of course, and its many boutiques, where local products and arts and crafts excel.
Stroll through the streets of houses with thick, dark basalt walls, protecting the inhabitants from the harshness of winter. From the Place de la Mairie, head for the old quarter with its ancient storefronts and famous "bombecul" street! Then a short climb to the highest point of the village.
Originally, the village of Laguiole (pronounced "laïole") was built around a small relief chapel. This was replaced by the 17th-century church, built on the site of the now-defunct fort. From this esplanade, you can enjoy a 360° view of the Aubrac plateau!
Discover Rue du Valat, where the history of Laguiole knives began... The tour ends at Place du Taureau, where the famous statue of the black-eyed beauty that symbolizes the Aubrac breed has been enthroned for 70 years.
For those with a sweet tooth, don't miss a visit to the Jeune Montagne Cooperative. Laguiole ... it's also a cheese!
