At the intersection of the Auvergne, the Southwest, and Languedoc, the Aveyron is a land of open spaces. An unspoiled region, where you can rediscover yourself and where the charm of its localities invite extended exploration....Whether you have the time to stay for awhile, or just for a quick break....

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Did you know?

  • The Aveyron has the largest megalithic park in France
  • The Aveyron has more than 500 castles
  • The Aveyron has the most important archeological site from the Roman Empire.
  • The Aveyron is the top sheep-raising départment in France
  • The Aveyron is home to more than 200 hawks in the natural environment of the « grands causses »
  • The Aveyron is also: Roquefort, Laguiole knives, Micropolis, the game of 8 pins, aligot, tripoux, 10 villages officially classified as «Most Beautiful Villages in France » and now, the highest bridge in the world (2460 meters long, 240 meters high)
In the immediate vicinity:
  • The village of Conques, the castles of Pruines and La Servayrie invite you to discover history and local heritage.
  • For sports enthusiasts, the descent of the Lot in canoe-kayak, ropes course parks, rambling and trail bicycling...give them a chance to work up a sweat in a protected natural setting.
  • For children, animal parks (Columbier, Pradinas, Le Jardin des Bêtes), as well as walks and family activities, allow them to discover, while having fun, the many facets of the Aveyron.