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100% Aveyronnaise, I love exploring the Bastides and Gorges of Aveyron to enjoy new landscapes throughout the seasons...
Hikes, visits to monuments and charming villages, events and outings with friends... I'm never bored in this pretty corner of Aveyron!

  • Your accommodation with swimming pool for a holiday in Aveyron

    Holidays in Aveyron: find bed and breakfasts, hotels, or gîtes with swimming pools to enjoy peace and quiet, take a dip when it's hot, and end the day with your feet in the water. Whether you prefer a quiet gîte, a charming bed and breakfast, a comfortable hotel, or a family campsite, you'll find what you're looking for...

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    Accommodation with swimming pool in Aveyron
  • Storytelling evenings: 3 magical walks to experience under the stars

    When night falls on the fortified towns and medieval alleyways, stories come alive… This season, let yourself be swept away by three exclusive storytelling evenings in Villeneuve d'Aveyron and Najac, in the company of two renowned voices: Michel Galaret and Sharon Evans. ✨ A rare experience: only 3 dates 🎟️ Limited places: registration required 👉 Book quickly to…

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    Storytelling tour by Michel Galaret in Villeneuve
  • Eco-friendly travel: habits to adopt for your next trip

    Going on a trip often means filling the car to the brim, enduring endless flights, and returning with suitcases full of souvenirs. What if you learned to travel differently? Minimalism can also apply to your travels: take only the essentials, consume less, and respect the environment. With these three key steps, you're all set...

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    To travel by train
  • Introduction to falconry
    with the Horts of Walhalla

    An unusual activity awaits us in Villeneuve d'Aveyron: an introduction to falconry with a falconry demonstration. Join us as we discover birds of prey! After passing through the charming village of Villeneuve d'Aveyron, we arrive at Isabelle's house. She welcomes us to her garden. Before us stretch the fields of the Villeneuve plateau. Isabelle introduces herself...

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    Introduction to falconry with the Horts of Walhalla
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  • What to do in Aveyron in winter?

    Thrills and wonder: your guide to Aveyron in winter, around Najac, Villefranche de Rouergue, and Villeneuve. Enough to make you want to come in the off-season! For each village, we'll give you our favorite ideas for enjoying the destination when things are quieter. And as a bonus at the end: 12...

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    What to do in winter?
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  • Fall Break: 15 Family Activities

    Take advantage of the fall break to share unforgettable moments with your family! Discover 15 activity ideas for the fall break.

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    Foissac Prehistoric Cave, a family-friendly visit during the fall holidays
  • Top hikes to do in autumn

    Want to get some fresh air? Discover the most beautiful hikes to do in autumn in Aveyron. Autumn is a great time of year to embark on the "Najac, a hilltop village" hiking trail. On the heights of the village, head into the chestnut groves where intense red, ochre, and yellow colors dominate. The trail, lined with...

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    Autumn leaf
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  • 4 free outings to enjoy nature in September

    September is the perfect time to marvel at what nature still has up its sleeve. We've found four 100% free outings for you to enjoy the great outdoors and learn some surprising tips... What if nettles weren't just a plant to avoid? With Michaël Fayret, wild forager and passionate botanist, little...

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    Nature walk
  • Sunday outing: rediscover your corner of paradise

    "We know the places we go on vacation better than our own region." We hear this phrase so often it could be a tourist slogan. But what if, this Sunday, after coffee (and your mother-in-law's strawberry tart), you decided to prove this old adage wrong? Here are a few...

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    Couple at the Saint-Sauveur Charterhouse
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  • 8 hikes to explore the Causse

    Explore the Causse with 8 hikes featuring unspoiled nature, sublime views, and charming trails. The adventure begins here!

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    Hiking on the causse
  • Spring break: family fun and adventures!

    Want to spend an unforgettable spring break in Aveyron? Discover our TOP 10 activities for families: nature walks, outdoor games, fun visits, and adventures for young and old. Everything you need to create magical memories together! 10 ideas for family activities for the holidays

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    Fortress of Najac
  • Jean-Marie Périer Gallery: the playlist

    Did you like the sound ambiance of the Galerie Jean-Marie? Do you want to find a song that you liked? Find the full playlist! Our selection: good sound for every occasion Here, only music performed by the artists photographed by Jean-Marie Périer. The team has selected a top 10 of timeless tracks that will (re)put...

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    Jacques Dutronc
  • Where to have a drink?

    Discover the best places to have a drink in Villefranche de Rouergue, Villeneuve d'Aveyron, Najac and the surrounding area. Friendly bars, lively terraces and must-see places for a successful outing with friends.

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    Bar restaurant Les Arcades in Villeneuve d'Aveyron
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  • Your weekend by the fire: rentals with fireplace

    Imagine yourself, comfortably seated in a soft armchair, a steaming cup in hand, listening to the crackling of the logs… Discover our selection of gîtes and guest rooms with fireplaces or stoves, perfect for enhancing a cocooning weekend in Aveyron. Experiences to live in winter Even if you are nice and warm in your rental...

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    Fireplace
  • Ready to surpass yourself? 9 races and trails in Aveyron to try!

    Our selection of trail runs and races in Aveyron: sporting challenges, incredible landscapes, and a friendly atmosphere await you! Check the calendar and choose your next challenge. Races and trail runs in Aveyron | 2026 program under construction. Discover the 2026 sports calendar for races and trail runs in the Bastides region...

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    dolmen-walk-jogging
  • Three magical experiences to have with horses

    Experience unique moments with horses! Peaceful rides for adults, adventures for children... We invite you to live three magical experiences with horses! With a passionate guide at your side, you will take shaded paths, cross sun-drenched meadows and discover secret places where only the song of...

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    Experience to live with horses
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  • Top 7 activities to do in Aveyron when it’s hot

    When the temperature rises, there's no point staying indoors! There are a multitude of activities to do in Aveyron when the weather is hot. Whether you're a history buff, nature enthusiast, or a water sports fan, you'll find what you're looking for. Here are our top 7 activities to enjoy even when it's hot! The...

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    Activities to do when it’s hot in Aveyron
  • 5 free family activities

    We bring you a selection of 5 free activities to do with your family in Aveyron. Transform a walk into an exploration or a simple visit into an adventure: that's what we offer you here, plus it's free!

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    For families
  • Loc Dieu, the abbey that saved the Mona Lisa

    Did you know? Located a few minutes from Villefranche-de-Rouergue, Loc Dieu Abbey housed the Mona Lisa in 1940. Loc Dieu: The Fortified Abbey with an Incredible Past Abbeys are full of surprises. Just a stone's throw from Villefranche-de-Rouergue and the majestic Chartreuse Saint-Sauveur, let's discover Loc Dieu, the fortified abbey that housed the...

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    Abbey Church of Loc-Dieu Abbey
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  • To try: a 100% nature outing in Aveyron

    Want to spend some time outdoors observing nature, fauna and flora? We tell you about our discovery of the Montaris marsh, between Salles-Courbatiès and Villeneuve d'Aveyron! Rémi Garrigou welcomes us from Salles-Courbatiès, a small village in Aveyron, 8 minutes from Villeneuve and 20 minutes from Villefranche de Rouergue....

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    Montaris Marshes
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  • Our most beautiful sunrises and sunsets

    Discover the best spots to contemplate the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets in the Bastides and Gorges of Aveyron. Sunset at Calvaire In Villefranche de Rouergue, it is on the heights of the city that you can contemplate a superb sunset. From the belvedere, you will see the Aveyron river, the roofs...

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    Najac Sunset
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  • Netflix series in Villefranche de Rouergue, behind the scenes

    Netflix series in Villefranche de Rouergue: an astonishing filming location for the adaptation of the book “All the Light We Cannot See” All the Light We Cannot See is the title of the novel written by Anthony Doerr, published in 2014 under the original title “All the Light We Cannot See”. This book met...

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    Netflix series Villefranche de Rouergue
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  • Our 7 ideas for a weekend in Aveyron

    Heritage lovers, hiking enthusiasts, food lovers... Choose the theme that's right for you for a weekend in Aveyron. In this article, we share our ideas for a weekend in the Bastides and Gorges of Aveyron destination, one of the Grands Sites Occitanie - Sud de France. A wealth of heritage in one weekend...

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    Aveyron River
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  • What to do 2 hours from Toulouse?

    We give you ideas for visits and activities less than 2 hours from Toulouse. Getaways with or without a car to get a breath of fresh air surrounded by nature. Coming to Najac also means choosing a concentrate of nature, between the wooded hills of the Aveyron gorges and a discreet river. A paradise to practice...

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    What to do 2 hours from Toulouse? Discover Najac
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  • Fishing, soon a new passion for your little ones!

    Family holidays in Aveyron = activity in the great outdoors. Today, it's fishing activities for children at La Fouillade lake! I'll tell you... This fishing event is organized by the Aveyron Fishing Federation and led by Julien Lagarrigue, professional fishing guide instructor. This enthusiast also offers initiation and...

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    Fishing activities for children
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  • Our top 7 castles
    to visit

    From an imposing medieval fortress to a sumptuous Renaissance residence, experience castle life in the Bastides and Gorges of Aveyron. Here are our top 7 castles to visit around Villefranche-de-Rouergue, Najac, and Villeneuve-d'Aveyron. Fortresses and castles: take on the challenge! Climb to the top of the fortress keep...

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    Our must-sees: the fortress of Najac
  • From Toulouse to Villefranche de Rouergue by train

    Discover the Bastides and Gorges of the Aveyron by train! From Toulouse Matabiau train station, head towards Villefranche de Rouergue: an authentic bastide town 1 hour 40 minutes from Toulouse. From Toulouse to Villefranche de Rouergue by train: board immediately! At Toulouse Matabiau train station, embark on a journey to...

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    Traveling by train, Occitanie
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  • 5 good reasons to come to the gorges of Aveyron

    Why spend your vacation in the Aveyron Gorges? Here are five good reasons to visit this unspoiled corner of Aveyron, a region steeped in wild nature and preserved heritage. In its wild, meandering section between Belcastel and Najac, it crosses a veritable green setting that only the most dedicated hikers will be able to penetrate...

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    Aveyron Gorges in Najac
  • What to do in Villeneuve d'Aveyron?

    Looking for things to see and do in Villeneuve d'Aveyron? Here are our top 10 must-do activities: guided tours, attractions, events, sports and leisure activities... Top 10 things to see and do in Villeneuve d'Aveyron Are you planning your stay in the Bastides and Gorges of the Aveyron? Are you already...

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    Visit of Villeneuve d'Aveyron
  • What to do in Najac?

    Looking for things to see and do in Najac? Here are our top 10 must-do activities: guided tours, attractions, events, sports, and leisure activities. Top 10 things to do and see in Najac Planning your stay in the Bastides and Gorges of the Aveyron? You're already there...

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    Najac
  • At the Villefranche de Rouergue market

    Thursday morning in Villefranche is market time! Head to the heart of the medieval fortified town, where an explosion of flavors and colors are on the menu. Local produce, local specialties... One goal: treat yourself! The market: colors and flavors It's 9 a.m. when we arrive at Place Notre-Dame, following the colorful broomstick...

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    At the Villefranche de Rouergue market
  • A day at the Festival in Bastides

    On vacation near Villefranche de Rouergue in August, we discover the program of the Festival en Bastides! Six days of shows and artistic performances to the rhythm of music, all in a festive and warm atmosphere... Let's go! A clown show in Villeneuve After quickly browsing the rich program of entertainment,...

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    A day at the Festival in Bastides
  • What to do in Villefranche de Rouergue?

    Looking for things to see and do in Villefranche-de-Rouergue? Here are our top 10 must-do activities: guided tours, attractions, events, sports, and leisure activities. Whether you're with family or friends, plan your trip according to your wishes! Top 10 things to see and do...

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    What to do in Villefranche de Rouergue?

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