The Bastides and Gorges de l'Aveyron destination offers you many characterful villages to explore. Put on your sneakers, recharge your cameras and set off to discover them!
Villeneuve
An essential stop on the Way of St. James , this small town full of character is a true architectural treasure. Let yourself be charmed by its beautiful stonework and the landscapes of the limestone plateau.
Villefranche-de-Rouergue
Located in the center of the triangle formed by Cahors, Albi and Rodez, the city is classified as a "Land of art and history" with the other five country houses of Rouergue.
Spared by all wars, Villefranche has preserved a rich heritage: collegiate, houses embellished over the centuries, chapels : everything brings us an intact testimony of past centuries!
Najac
Located at the entrance to the wild Aveyron gorges , Najac sits atop a promontory overlooking the stunning Aveyron valley. Visit its impressive fortress . From the top of its keep, the panorama is breathtaking! Nature lovers , this destination in the heart of the gorges is perfect for you…
Saint Antonin Noble Val
Described as a veritable open-air museum by Viollet-le-Duc, Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val boasts an exceptional medieval architectural heritage . Located at the confluence of the Aveyron and Bonnette rivers, the village and its surroundings will captivate you with breathtaking views over the Aveyron gorges.
Caylus
Its picturesque village has dominated the Bonnette valley since at least Roman times… In addition to its two castles from the 12th and 19th centuries, its flourishing gardens and its steep hills, Caylus impresses with its medieval buildings clinging to the rocky hillside…
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