What to do in Villefranche de Rouergue?

Let yourself be captivated by our tour guides ! Discover the story of Villefranche-de-Rouergue, its country house and its sites to visit. Immerse yourself in the heart of life in the Middle Ages, go back the centuries and unlock all the secrets of this former capital of Rouergue.

Contemplate all the architectural treasures of this new town from the Middle Ages! Along the cobbled streets, admire the Place de la Fontaine du Griffoul, the houses of wealthy merchants, the imposing collegiate church and its square lined with arcades... visit plan at the tourist office or let yourself be guided by the audio guide.

Since calvary viewpoint or at the top of bell tower of the collegiate church in summer, overlook the bastide of Villefranche ! Contemplate its grid plan and its ocher tiled roofs.

Foodies take note: here we love the simple pleasure of eating well! In the restaurants of Villefranche, on the traditional markets, at our local et shops, have fun! The unmissable: the large Villefranche market on Thursday mornings, one of the most beautiful in the region!

Immerse yourself in the daily life of the Carthusian monks and lay brothers of yesteryear at the Charterhouse of Saint-Sauveur. Treat yourself to a break of calm and serenity by walking through one of the largest cloisters in France.

Appearances are deceptive… Discreet from the outside, the Chapel of the Black Penitents will surprise you with its rich decor! Push open the doors of this masterpiece of Baroque art…

Enjoy the cultural life offered by Villefranche-de-Rouergue. A cinema outing, an exhibition visit, a performance at the theatre… the city is lively all year round.

The highlights of the year: the feast of Saint-Jean, the festival in Bastides or the musical Labyrinth in Rouergue.

With family, couple or friends, lace up your hiking boots and explore the circuits near Villefranche-de-Rouergue. On foot or by bike, admire the landscapes around Villefranche, between river, viewpoints and forests.

Take a splash at Aqualudis, stroll along the Aveyron river in a canoe, take off in a microlight or hot-air balloon… As a family, let the children let off steam in the playgrounds and parks of Villefranche.

Borrow the Conques-Toulouse connection du way to Santiago de Compostela and stop off at Villefranche de Rouergue!