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What to do and see in Aveyron, Occitanie: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Aveyron, France including Chapelle des Penitents Noirs, Museum of Millau, Viaduc de Millau, St. Eulalie de Cernon, Forteresse de Najac, Musee Fenaille, Eglise Abbatiale Sainte-Foy, Chateau de Calmont d'Olt, Chateau de Peyrelade, Chateau de Belcastel.
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1. Chapelle des Penitents Noirs
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 246 reviews
Monument ouvert d'avril a octobre (ferme en hiver). Monument classe, site incontournable dans la region, est un chef d’oeuvre de l’art Baroque du XVII et XVII siecle. Vous decouvrirez l’histoire de cette confrerie grace a un commentaire sonore qui evoque le contexte de la Contre Reforme et son mode de fonctionnement. De taille modeste, vous serez surpris par la sobriete exterieure du monument avec son double clocheton et son plan en forme de croix grecque. Le decor interieur de la chapelle, vous eblouira par la profusion de ses representations figuratives, son grand retable en bois sculpte, dore a la feuille, illustrant des scenes de la Passion du Christ. La voute, rehaussee de couleurs vives, fait reference au culte de la Croix. Venez decouvrir un tresor de l’art Baroque!
2. Museum of Millau
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By XKSue - Ludlow, United Kingdom
We had a great time and enjoyed the glovemaking exhibition. There was a special graphic art exhibition on when we visited on one of the free Patrimoine days. The lower exhibition rooms were devoted to the early days of Millau with some stunning displays of fossilised dinosaurs and ichthyosaurs.
3. Viaduc de Millau
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,453 reviews
Reviewed By albertv1527 - Utrecht, The Netherlands
The bridge at Millau is a wonderful achievement of modern engineering. But being on the bridge is absolutely not the best place to admire the bridge. Take a stop at the aire on the north side (aire viaduc de Millau), this has a very good viewpoint. Staying in the area for a while? The site of the Millau tourism office has a list of the best places that offer a good view on the bridge. Do note that there can be dense fog in the valley completely shrouding the structure.
4. St. Eulalie de Cernon
5. Forteresse de Najac
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 554 reviews
Reviewed By DougieM392 - Dumfries, United Kingdom
Lots of steps to climb but worth it for the view from the top. The stone staircase, to the top of the tower, is quite narrow for passing others. A written guide is available in English.The 5 euro entry is very responsible.
6. Musee Fenaille
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 399 reviews
Reviewed By foodeye_9
This an important museum for the collection of Neolithic menhirs, household utensils and tools alone. Beyond that it has a great small collection of beautiful Romanesques sculpture in wood and stone, and some unusual stained glass fragments. The small Greco Roman collection has some interesting pieces. Then there are the handful of fine August Rodin sculptures of the former lady of the house, Ms Fanaille, who appears to have been quite gorgeous. All this is contained in an interesting medieval palace that has been retrofitted with a modern entrance, gift shop and elevator system that works. I suggest taking the elevator to the 3rd floor, which has the mind blowing menhirs, and then working your way down, by elevator or steps. With the bargain, month long museum pass to this and the Soulages, we visited the Fanaille 3 times in 3 days. As for the Soulages Museum, it has a fine and revelatory exhibition of Le Corbusier's art thru the summer. Who knew? (I was expecting lounge chairs.) Soulages' work, pretty much the entirety of the permanent collection, doesn't do much for me. Although some are intriguing, many just look like Franz Kline with thicker paint.
7. Eglise Abbatiale Sainte-Foy
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 643 reviews
Reviewed By ginsengNewYork
This abbatiale has been and still is an important stop for hikers and pilgrims on the Road to Compostella. Its stark beauty is enhanced by the modern, milky stained glass windows by Soulages , reminiscent of the first abbatiale windows covered simply with parchment paper. The Tympanum representing the Last Judgement over the main door is simply miraculous! You wonder how it survived religious wars , or the French Revolution...It looks like a comics book, especially with the devils trying to influence the Judgement in order to send more humans to hell...It must have terrified people in the Middle Ages! Don't miss Frere Jean's explanation in the evening, nor the night visit of the abbatiale 2nd story while organ is played down below. The Brothers Community is extremely welcoming and helpful!
8. Chateau de Calmont d'Olt
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 239 reviews
A Medieval castle in the south of France that is being rebuilt. During the summer season you can experience live shows with the firing of the trebuchet, the canon and the archery tournament. In low-season the castle can be visited without a guide. Numerous games will challenge your friends and family all throughout the site !
Reviewed By 568Traveller1
A great half day out! A really interesting castle -we went with our 3 sons aged 11,14 and 16. There were lots of 'activities' on - lots ofgames to play, demonstrations - the one of the trebuchet and canon firing was definitely the best! Staff were very engaging and enthusiastic and helpful to us. We were the only English people there so all the talks were in French only, but with our school day french and lots of miming we could figure out the gist of it! Amazing views from there too.
9. Chateau de Peyrelade
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 185 reviews
An amazing medieval fortress at the entrance of the Tarn Gorges ! Built on a rock overlooking the Tarn valley, Peyrelade castle (XII-XVI c.) was one of the most important fortresses of Rouergue during the Middle-Ages. Through a scenography (dutsh, german, english, spanish), a guided tour or an app in english or smartphones and pads, discover this castle under restoration for nearly 40 years : surrounding walls and walk-way recently opened to visitors, vaulted halls, drawbridge, and the incredible rock-tower that offers spectacular views of the surroundings. In summer, medieval entertainment on tuesday and wednesday and for kids upon reservation on thursday.
Reviewed By Monty458
Built between the 12th and 16th century, the Chateau de Peyrelade, is worth the €5 admission fee just for the magnificent 360 degree views of the surrounding valleys, the circling eagle’s view on the world. Allow about 1.5 hours to walk around the Chateau ruins and to watch the 20 minute video on the history of the Chateau (available in multiple languages.) It never ceases to amaze how the people’s of the past built just enormous stone structures on the top of precariously high hills. The ruins are impressive and if you are not French, there are multi-language storyboards available from the ticket desk to explain the various parts of the Chateau, e.g., the murder hole where you pour the boiling oil on the attackers. Kids love it and if they are naughty there is the pillory and if they are really naughty the dungeons where you lower them by chain! You can drive up to the Chateau and there is lots of free parking or if are fit and enthusiastic, you can walk from the village, Boyne, in about 30 minutes (all uphill, according to my wife!)
10. Chateau de Belcastel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 363 reviews
Built a thousand years ago on a gigantic rock, this magnificent fortress rises above one of the most beau-tiful villages in the Aveyron region of France. A self-guided tour, rich with historical information, leads visitors over the moat and throughout the castle and its grounds. Only recently was this private chateau, with its lush courtyards, medieval chapels, prison, and superb views, opened to the public. One tower suite, with modern amenities and luxurious accommodations, including a private pool, is available to book.
