{"id":50840,"date":"2023-06-10T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-10T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/?p=50840"},"modified":"2023-06-08T09:49:55","modified_gmt":"2023-06-08T07:49:55","slug":"aveyron-france","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecobnb.com\/blog\/2023\/06\/aveyron-france\/","title":{"rendered":"10 things you can do and see in Aveyron"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Aveyron<\/strong> is a department situated in Occitania<\/strong>, a region in the southern part of France, among breathtaking woods and hilly areas<\/a>. Aveyron is a perfect starting point to discover the beauties of France and offers many things to do and see. We have selected 10 that you can\u2019t miss!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When is the best time to visit Aveyron? The months of June or September are ideal periods to visit Aveyron, since it will not be too cold or too hot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Sainte Enimie<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cobbled Streets in Saint Enimie by Balise 42 via Wikimedia Commons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Sainte Enimie<\/strong> is a beautiful medieval hamlet in the Gorges of the Tarn. Here the tourist admires rapids, waterfalls, and overhanging rock faces. You should know that Sainte Enimie can boast the title of \u201cmost beautiful village in France<\/strong>\u201d: specifically, it is thanks to the cobbled streets flanked by magnificent stone buildings, without forgetting the Romanesque-style church dedicated to Sant\u2019Eunimio. For nature lovers, I would like to recommend the wildlife reserves<\/strong> in Saint Enimie, where you can see herons and otters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Couvertoirade<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Wonderful view of Couvertoirade, picture via Canva Pro<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Couvertoirade<\/strong> is a village of medieval origin located in the southern part of the Aveyron. This hamlet, built in the XII century, hosted both the Knights Templar<\/strong> and the Knights Hospitaller<\/strong>. Here it is possible to admire, in addition to the classic cobbled streets still well preserved, arches and walls that in the past were part of the defensive complex of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. The Millau Viaduct<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Picture via Canva Pro<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Millau Viaduct<\/strong> is an imposing feat of engineering that was completed in 2004. It is located in the village of Millau (the exact address is Viaduc de Millau, 12400 Millau, France<\/strong>) and the bridge crosses the Tarn Valley. The viaduct is one of the tallest bridges in the world and it reaches its highest point at 343 meters. It is the work of the British architect Norman Foster<\/strong> and has seven arches of 90 meters each. For more information, visit the website dedicated to this work<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Abbey Church of Conques<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Abbey Church of Conques, picture via Canva Pro<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Abbey Church of Conques appears to date back to 880 AD. It is an imposing structure made of stone, which is part of the Camino de Santiago de Compostela<\/em>. It houses a relic of Saint Foy, \u201cThe True Cross\u201d and it is really rich in both artifacts and important sculptures that had great fame in the Middle Ages. The exact address where it is located is Prieur\u00e9 Ste Foy de Conques, 12320 Conques-En-Rouergue, France<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. The Palace of the Dukes of Joyeuse in Najac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Palace of the Dukes of Joyeuse in Najac, picture via Canva Pro<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Located in the Aveyron department of France, the Palace of the Dukes of Joyeuse<\/strong> offers visitors a majestic view over the village of Najac<\/strong>. The palace was built in 1253 and was given to Jean I, Lord of Joyeuse by King Louis IX in 1280. It consists of a single curtain wall that encloses an internal courtyard containing several buildings including two Gothic towers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the centuries, thanks to several renovations, it has become a truly unique combination of a European medieval feudal Castle and a Renaissance Chateau<\/em><\/strong>. You can visit it through guided tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Roquefort Caves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A slice of Roquefort, picture via Canva Pro<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

You can find the Roquefort Caves in the Combalou mountain ridge near Roquefort-sur-Soulzon<\/strong> and they are a real wonder. The stalactites and the craggy walls have created a stunning landscape that stretches underground for nearly three miles. Furthermore, they have multiple access points and are the oldest matured cheese cellars in Europe. The Caves can be also referred to as \u201cThe Seven Wonders of Aveyron<\/strong>\u201d. A curiosity: in prehistoric times, these caves were a place of worship. The exact address is Av. 2 Fran\u00e7ois Galtier, 12250 Roquefort-Sur-Soulzon, France<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Rouergue Museum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Rouerge Museum, picture by Mossot via Wikimedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Rouergue Museum<\/strong>, located right in the heart of Aveyron<\/strong>, has the purpose to preserve and present local history and culture<\/strong>. Each year there are temporary exhibitions that narrate the history<\/strong> of Aveyron highlighting different aspects. It might be closed, for more information visit the website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. St. Jacques Church in Flavin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The St. Jacques Church<\/strong> of Flavin<\/strong> was built sometime between the 11th<\/sup> and 14th<\/sup> centuries. However, it has also gone through several restorations that have kept its fa\u00e7ade up to date. The church has two bell towers on either side of the entrance. Inside we can find, among others, an organ from 1730, stained glass windows from 1877, and an imposing marble baptismal font with carvings from the 13th<\/sup> century. On the outside, the richly carved portal and the imposing arches are noteworthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Marcillac Vineyards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Vineyard, picture via Canva Pro<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Marcillac Vineyards<\/strong> is a unique vineyard that has been acclaimed for its outstanding terroir, making it one of the best wine-growing regions in the area. It is the only one in the world to grow its own \u201cMansois\u201d grape, which gives it an earthy and spicy flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Gorges du Tarn & Jonte<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Group of people on the Joint River, picture via Canva Pro<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Gorges du Tarn<\/strong>, the most popular one among the two, has limestone cliffs measuring up to 600 feet in height: they are truly stunning and dare I say, one of a kind! Moreover, in the Gorges du Tarn you can try some canyoning. On the other hand, if you are aiming for a more tranquil experience, I suggest you go on the Jointe River<\/strong> (just outside the valley of the Gorges du Tarn) on a raft or by canoe. These are smaller waterfalls, known as \u201clavoirs<\/em>\u201d, and here it is also possible to swim within lush vegetation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I conclude by stating that Aveyron<\/strong>, in the southern part of France, offers a truly vast<\/strong>, and at the same time rich, range of very interesting attractions<\/strong> for all tastes and which will satisfy even the most demanding people. In fact, one can range from majestic natural landscapes to castles and works of human engineering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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