Circuit d'Entraygues-sur-Truyère

Electricity generation is ubiquitous, and while it has largely altered the economic climate, it has also blended perfectly with the landscape and encouraged the development of tourism by creating numerous lakes and stretches of water. For example, you can swim, windsurf or pedal-boat on Lac de la Selves or Lac de Saint-Gervais, two lakes you will pass along or over during your trip. Three water sports centres offer you the chance to enjoy the pleasures of the water in a privileged environment where nature has remained unspoiled.

You start your loop in the "Pays des Côtes" or "Pays Coustoubi", where chestnut trees, vines and fruit trees grow. In the past, the "Coustoubi", who lived on the hillsides, would set off to sell his produce, loaded onto mules, on the "Montagne".

You'll make your way slowly up to Bez-Bédène, a village built on a rocky spur that has retained its wild and picturesque character. A former priory founded by Saint-Gausbert in the late 11th and early 12th centuries, the church has retained its combed bell tower, typical of La Viadène bell towers.

In Saint-Amans-des-Côts, a visit to the church is a must, with its splendid altarpiece.

Between Montézic and Saint-Gervais, a detour to the Saut du Chien site allows you to admire the magnificent waterfall and the rock in the shape of a dog?s head, as well as a magnificent view of the Château de Valon on the other side of the Truyère.