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History of stones & men

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From the first settlements on this land born of millennia of geological activity, to the agricultural tradition inherited from the Middle Ages, to the revolutions of the industrial age, man has left his mark on the history and landscapes of the Causse Comtal, the Lot Valley and the Truyère Gorges. In our castles, museums or industrial sites, take a fascinating journey through the ages and discover the incredible heritage shaped by generations of men and women, both illustrious and anonymous.

A fascinating story From the Middle Ages to the industrial age

Terrasse du Château d'EstaingTerrasse du Château d'Estaing
©Terrasse du Château d'Estaing|Nicomphoto
Top 5 des châteaux à visiter en Terres d'Aveyron
Entre Causse Comtal et Vallée du Lot, une multitude de châteaux, demeures bourgeoises ou fermes fortifiées attireront votre regard par leur imposante silhouette. Autrefois...
Aux sources de l'Aveyron et de la Serre. 5,000 ans de peuplement exhibition at the Espace Archéologique DépartementalAux sources de l'Aveyron et de la Serre. 5,000 ans de peuplement exhibition at the Espace Archéologique Départemental
©Aux sources de l'Aveyron et de la Serre. 5,000 ans de peuplement exhibition|L.Combettes - OT Terres d'Aveyron
Our museums Multiple themes
From the geological formation of our soils to the first human settlements on the Causse Comtal, from the inventions that marked the industrial era to the traditions of the...
Cambeyracterres dam Daveyron 2Cambeyracterres dam Daveyron 2
©Aerial view of the Couesques dam|OT Terres d'Aveyron
Our dams The incredible industrial epic
Thanks to feats of engineering in places once considered inaccessible, man has tamed the elements to produce clean energy. From the Lot to the Truyère, these hydroelectric...

Explore the footprints of our history

Immerse yourself in the authenticity of our villages in the heart of the Terres de l’Aveyron, where every alleyway tells a story and every stone bears witness to a rich heritage. Let yourself be charmed by their diversity and the landscapes that surround them, for an unforgettable experience in the heart of our beautiful region.

An art form To marvel at

From the splendor of our religious buildings, to our craft workshops and contemporary works of art, our paths and villages will lead you to encounter as many wonders as talents that will light up your eyes.

Church of Perse, tympanum and its Romanesque architectureChurch of Perse, tympanum and its Romanesque architecture
©Church of Perse, tympanum and its Romanesque architecture|PER Saint-Jacques
Curiosities and wonders on the Way to Compostela
Between the splendor of the Middle Ages and modern art, the Route du Puy runs for almost 44 km and 6 stages between our villages of Saint-Côme-d’Olt and Espeyrac, and has...
Poterie - Galerie du Don
Poterie - Galerie du Don
Site européen de référence dédié à la céramique contemporaine ! D'une audace architecturale à vous couper le souffle et mondialement reconnu pour l'étonnante diversité de ses...
Chambredor GolinhacChambredor Golinhac
©Chambredor Golinhac
Works of art as refuges An artistic journey to Compostela
On the route to Santiago de Compostela, the Fenêtre sur le paysage project is sprouting astonishing works of refuge art. In 2020, the Chambre d’Or, the second of these...
Assembling pleated fabrics to create fashion itemsAssembling pleated fabrics to create fashion items
©Assembling pleated fabrics |Atelier du Requista
Métiers d’Art(isanat) Land of know-how
Inspired and inspiring, passionate and enthralling, our artists and craftsmen have the art and manner to share their whimsical and creative universe with you. Whether...
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