Since the 12th Century, the feudal château de Valon, built like an eagle's nest on the rocky mound, has dominated the Gorges de la Truyère. This mediaeval site is classed as one of the most picturesque in the Aveyron. Traditional schist stone houses with lauze covered roofs overlook two magnificent valleys. The château is reputed for the tales recounted for children, the chapel, a symbol of silence and peace, and the keep, which takes on its full dimension when viewed from the inner courtyard. The château contains three beautiful superimposed rooms. A surprising staircase leads to the terrace, from which there is an enchanting view of the Gorges de la Truyère.
Rates
Rates
From 5 April 2025 to 31 October 2025
From 5 April 2025 to 31 October 2025
Guided visit group (per adult)
€5.00
Single adult
€20.00
Guided visit single adult
€6.00
Guided visit single child
€3.00
Self-guided group (per adult)
€4.00
Self-guided single child
€2.00
Self-guided single adult
€4.00
Guided visit single child
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Guided visit single adult
€5.00
Self-guided single adult
€5.00
Self-guided single child
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Payment methods
Payment methods
Payment methods
Bank card
Cheque
Holiday cheques
CashOpenings
Openings
Tuesday
14:30 - 18:00
Wednesday
14:30 - 18:00
Thursday
14:30 - 18:00
Friday
14:30 - 18:00
Saturday
14:30 - 18:00
Sunday
14:30 - 18:00
Tuesday
10:30
18:00
Wednesday
10:30
18:00
Thursday
10:30
18:00
Friday
10:30
18:00
Saturday
10:30
18:00
Sunday
10:30
18:00
Tuesday
14:30 - 18:00
Wednesday
14:30 - 18:00
Thursday
14:30 - 18:00
Friday
14:30 - 18:00
Saturday
14:30 - 18:00
Sunday
14:30 - 18:00
Tuesday
14:30 - 17:00
Wednesday
14:30 - 17:00
Thursday
14:30 - 17:00
Friday
14:30 - 17:00
Saturday
14:30 - 17:00
Sunday
14:30 - 17:00
Location
Location
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
Access
Access
- Railway station : Aurillac at 40km
- Coach station : Mur de Barrez at 13km
- Airport/airfield : Aurillac at 40km
- Motorway : Saint-Flour at 60km
- Road : D900 - D904 at 4km
