Top Things to do in Aveyron
Things to do in Aveyron, Occitanie: The Best Castles
Discover the best top things to do in Aveyron, France including Musee des Metiers de la Pierre et de la vie Rurale, Chateau de Latour, Chateau Et Mairie, Chateau du Bosc, Forteresse de Najac, Chateau de Calmont d'Olt, Chateau de Peyrelade, Chateau de Belcastel, Castle of Montaigut, Chateau Du Bousquet.
Restaurants in Aveyron
1. Musee des Metiers de la Pierre et de la vie Rurale
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
2. Chateau de Latour
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
Guided tours of the castle, games and historical events. Entertainment: - The historical surveys of Chateau de Latour (children-adult) In summer period animations are proposed to you: -Adolescent-adult games in the village. -"Nights Thursdays", night tours of the castle (on reservation)
3. Chateau Et Mairie
4. Chateau du Bosc
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4.5 based on 59 reviews
The childhood home of Toulouse-Lautrec.
5. Forteresse de Najac
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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. 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.
7. 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!)
8. 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.
9. Castle of Montaigut
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Medieval forteress from 10th century. The visit included 13 rooms with fournitures, the access to the panoramic terrasse and english explanitions. Here you will discover how people used to live in middle-age, by visiting bedrooms, the kitchen, the jail, ...Special families: children can dress as knight & princess, games in english in the castle (from 3 to 12 years old). Every children win a diploma. We also offer a game around the castle, the enchanted door, that last 1h. Children choose a present behind the magic door.
