As a family with children, spend the autumn holidays in the Bastides and Gorges of Aveyron. In the middle of nature, in the monuments, find all the family activities around Villefranche de Rouergue, Najac and Villeneuve d'Aveyron.
Visits, sites and monuments
Storm the fortress of Najac , have fun building a medieval town at the Governor's House , immerse yourself in monastic life at the Saint-Sauveur Charterhouse , or uncover the secrets of the decorations in the Chapel of the Black Penitents . Explore these monuments in a new way with your family: try an investigation, an activity booklet, and more. With your children and teenagers, have fun while discovering our beautiful heritage . Several games await you in Villeneuve, Villefranche, and Najac:
In family with children
- Hugo the Explorer game booklet at the Chapel of the Black Penitents:
Visit the chapel of the Black Penitents with a game booklet! Find hidden objects, piece together puzzles and admire this timeless place in the heart of the medieval bastide town of Villefranche de Rouergue.
Public: children from 6 to 12 years old - The Grimoire of Enchanted Creatures at the Charterhouse
Equipped with your game bag, experience an immersive adventure in the heart of the Saint-Sauveur charterhouse, a family activity in Aveyron.
Public: from 6 years old - Mystery at the Chartreuse:
Find the missing relic at the Chartreuse Saint-Sauveur through charades, rebuses, crossword puzzles and observation games.
Public: children from 6 to 12 years old - In search of the miraculous relic:
Equipped with a game bag containing a city map, game cards and a multitude of objects, try to solve the mystery of the missing relic.
Public: from 6 years old - The Mystery of the Spice Merchant:
Follow Auguste and try to unravel the mystery of the spice merchant... Learn about the history, town planning, architecture and furniture of the medieval period in a fun way.
Public: children from 6 to 12 years old - The Master of the Secrets of Najac:
Follow Jules, your faithful knight in search of the keys to open the chest and thus become the Master of Najac's secrets!
Public: children from 6 to 12 years old
In family with teenagers
- Survey at the Chartreuse:
The theft of a relic, five suspects and clues hidden in the maze of the monastery... Will you be able to thwart this mystery?
Duration: about 2 hours - Little murder in a country house:
Immerse yourself in the history of the bastide at the beginning of the 20th century to find the culprit!
Duration: about 1 hours - The Grimoire of Enchanted Creatures at the Charterhouse
Equipped with your game bag, experience an immersive adventure in the heart of the Saint-Sauveur charterhouse, a family activity in Aveyron.
Public: from 6 years old - In search of the miraculous relic:
Equipped with a game bag containing a city map, game cards and a multitude of objects, try to solve the mystery of the missing relic.
Public: from 6 years old
For the whole family
- Sensory visits: To discover History differently, our guides invite you to touch, feel and play with the elements of our heritage! Become an actor in your visit to better unlock the secrets of our villages and monuments.
- Nature walks: want to know the landscapes, trees and birds that surround us? Take part in family walks on the Villeneuve causse.
In nature
Let's wander in the forest !
Reconnect with nature! Because for families, autumn means walks in the forest , chestnut picking, and beautiful golden leaves, explore our hiking trails . Here you'll find several loops of a few kilometers each, perfect for getting some fresh air before a relaxing herbal tea and hot chocolate break.
With our animal friends
Visit a farm , an animal park , or a zoo and observe animals from near and far! Meet producers, farmers, and animal keepers who are passionate about their work. And why not enjoy a pony or horse ride ? In harmony with your mount, take in the lush green countryside of the Aveyron region!
DuPrem Alpaga – Visite de la ferme et boutique
Agriculture
A bit of sport
It's time to unwind! Tree climbing, paintball, climbing... Take advantage of every ray of sunshine to fill up on sensations.
Bike rental
Bike rental
The family diary
September 16 , 2026
Mystère à la Chartreuse, 6-12 ans
September 16 , 2026
Jeu pour les familles : Chapelle des Pénitents Noirs, 6-12 ans
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LES PETITS MÔMENTS – SPECTACLE
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Spectacle jeune public : « Ptit Plou »
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Festival Gourmand’Ici – Exposition « Mon assiette, ma planète »
September 16 , 2026
Festival Gourmand’Ici – Exposition « Portraits d’agriculteurs, portraits d’un territoire »
September 16 , 2026
September 17 , 2026
Mystère à la Chartreuse, 6-12 ans
September 17 , 2026
Jeu pour les familles : Chapelle des Pénitents Noirs, 6-12 ans
September 17 , 2026
Visite et martelage du cuivre aux Martinets du Lézert
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Festival Gourmand’Ici – Exposition « Mon assiette, ma planète »
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