Villefranche-de-Rouergue

Oreilles en balade à Villefranche de Rouergue – Balade sonore

Listen to the locals tell you about the creation of the Tricot district of Villefranche-de-Rouergue, but also about the beauty and conviviality of Place Notre-Dame, the beating heart of the royal bastide on market days.

Starting by discovering Villefranche de Rouergue through the City of Knitting may seem surprising, given how well this medieval town is known for its beauty and the richness of its historical heritage.

But two reasons compel us to invite you to begin your visit with this stop. First, you'll enjoy a unique view overlooking the city . This is precisely what the designers of this complex intended. Second, because these listening experiences will immerse you in the little-known history of a typical social housing neighborhood built in the 70s.

To listen to the audio clip and the 30-minute documentary, we recommend sitting on a bench in the central park, surrounded by buildings . Around you, women are sitting and chatting, children are playing football…

Then head to the heart of the bastide town, to Place Notre-Dame . If you're there on a Thursday morning, the market will enchant you . And if you visit on another day, the audio guide will transport you there. In the documentary, you 'll climb the bell tower , relive the square's golden age , share the memories of former shopkeepers , and discover magnificent houses currently undergoing restoration.

Next year, you will discover another iconic location in Villefranche-de-Rouergue, rue Lapeyrade!

We speak: French

Themes

  • Popular arts and traditions
  • History

Opening

Opening hours from January 01st to December 31st, 2026
MondayOpen
TuesdayOpen
WednesdayOpen
ThursdayOpen
FridayOpen
SaturdayOpen
SundayOpen
HolidaysClosed

Prices

Free

Address

Oreilles en balade à Villefranche de Rouergue – Balade sonore
Quartier du Tricot – Place Notre-Dame
12200 Villefranche-de-Rouergue

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