Discover Lunac, an authentic village which will surprise you with its rich heritage. Located very close to Najac, Lunac will be a perfect stopover to enjoy the wide open spaces of Aveyron, between the Ségala hills, gorges and valleys.

What to see in Lunac in Aveyron?

  • Its 12th century church, classified as a Historic Monument
  • Its unusual novel modillions
  • Its castle dominating the hills of Segala
  • Its authentic village heart

Explore the town

From the square and its old Lodge where lords and priors met, to the Church garden, take the time to discover the town of Lunac.

Your visit plan

Download the Lunac visitor map to follow a route through the village to discover its heritage treasures.

Enter the Saint Jean-Baptiste Church

Soak up the simplicity of this sacred place, witness to the culture and heritage of the village of Lunac. The building, classified as a Historic Monument since 1937, is full of treasures, set off to discover them…

Support the restoration of the Saint-Jean-Baptiste church in Lunac

The Church of Saint John the Baptist, built between the 11th and 12th centuries, is distinguished by its wealth of features, all listed as Historical Monuments: apses, dome, massive pillars, and remarkable sculpted corbels. Discover and support the restoration project on the Heritage Foundation website.

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Open your eyes!

From the church garden, raise your head and admire the modillions of the Romanesque apse.

Around Lunac

Najac, one of the Most Beautiful Villages in France

Nestled in the heart of the wild Aveyron gorges, Najac stands majestically, like a sentinel of time. Its long main street winds its way between stone and half-timbered houses. Perched on a rocky spur, the village offers breathtaking views of the meandering Aveyron River. Its imposing and proud medieval fortress dominates the landscape, a reminder of the time when Najac was a flourishing town.

The Viaur valley

In the commune of Bor-et-Bar, nestled between verdant valleys and steep hillsides, the Viaur River meanders gracefully, offering breathtaking scenery at every turn. And perched atop this natural panorama, like a stone guardian, stands the Roc du Gorb . Its imposing silhouette, sometimes a refuge for peregrine falcons, now offers a magnificent spectacle to the intrepid visitors who dare to climb its slopes. A perfect spot to try rock climbing and via ferrata with the family!

The royal bastide of Villefranche de Rouergue

Villefranche is definitely worth a visit, and everyone will find a reason to go to suit their tastes! A history buff? Delve into the past of this bastide town , founded in 1252 by Alphonse de Poitiers, brother of Saint Louis and Count of Toulouse. The town's remarkable architecture invites you on a true journey through time, from its arcades to its sumptuous private mansions. For those seeking tranquility, the narrow streets offer a constantly shifting landscape of light and shadow, perfect for leisurely strolls. Food lovers, meanwhile, will be delighted by the lively market , brimming with local delicacies, in a warm and typically Occitan atmosphere.

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