Marion, author in Bastides and Gorges de l'Aveyron

Voyager éco-responsable : les habitudes à adopter pour votre prochain séjour

Partir en voyage, c’est souvent remplir la voiture à ras bord, enchaîner les vols interminables et revenir avec ses valises pleines de souvenirs. Et si vous appreniez à voyager autrement ? Être minimaliste peut aussi s’appliquer à vos voyages : prendre l’essentiel, consommer moins et respecter l’environnement. Avec ces trois gestes clés, vous voilà prêt...

By Marion, Dec 15, 2025

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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...

By Marion, Nov 24, 2025

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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...

By Marion, on 28 Oct 2025

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Foissac Prehistoric Cave, a family-friendly visit during the fall holidays

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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.

By Marion, on 10 Oct 2025

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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...

By Marion, on 29 Sep 2025

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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...

By Marion, August 29, 2025

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Couple at the Saint-Sauveur Charterhouse

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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 that it could become a tourist slogan. What if, this Sunday, after coffee (and your mother-in-law's pie), you decided to give the lie to this good old adage? Here are some ideas for...

By Marion, May 22, 2025

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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!

By Marion, on 23 Apr 2025

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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

By Marion, on 04 Apr 2025

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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...

By Marion, Nov 03, 2025

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Bar restaurant Les Arcades in Villeneuve d'Aveyron

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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.

By Marion, May 26, 2025

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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...

By Marion, on 07 Oct 2025

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Ready to surpass yourself? 8 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...

By Marion, Nov 19, 2025

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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...

By Marion, on 31 Oct 2024

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Activities to do when it’s hot in Aveyron

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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...

By Marion, on 05 Sep 2024

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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!

By Marion, on 22 Apr 2025

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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...

By Marion, June 11, 2024

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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....

By Marion, on 31 Mar 2025

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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...

By Marion, on 08 Apr 2025

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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...

By Marion, July 18, 2024

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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...

By Marion, Dec 15, 2023

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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...

By Marion, July 23, 2024

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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...

By Marion, June 25, 2025

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A whole art, from the Aveyron gorges to the Lot valley

Lovers of modern and contemporary art? Follow us on a road trip from the Aveyron Gorges to the Lot Valley. A 100% artistic itinerary for lovers of exhibitions and galleries. Stage 1: Beaulieu Abbey in Ginals We begin our artistic itinerary in the Seye Valley, a small river about 48 kilometers long that takes its...

By Marion, February 22, 2024

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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...

By Marion, Dec 05, 2024

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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...

By Marion, June 26, 2024

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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...

By Marion, on Jan 15, 2025

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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...

By Marion, on 22 Mar 2023

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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...

By Marion, Nov 20, 2023

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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...

By Marion, on 24 Apr 2023

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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,...

By Marion, June 02, 2022

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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...

By Marion, June 20, 2023

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