Bozouls

Bozouls

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownBozouls
Insee code12033
Postcode12340
Latitude44.4698319
Longitude2.7203330
AltitudeFrom 355 to 711 meters
Surface69.69 km²
Population2820 inhabitants
Density40 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townRodez (at 23 km, 27 min)Gabriac at 6.3 km (7 min)
DepartmentAveyronMontrozier at 9.3 km (11 min)
RegionMidi-PyrénéesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Bozouls lies at the heart of the Causse Comtal between Rodez and Aubrac. The geographical layout of the site Bozouls has done any time, an incomparable position of defense. The first village and its castle, built on the rocky outcrop, only accessible from the south, and were well protected.


SIGHTSEEING

Bozouls and geological site: it is a canyon-shaped horseshoe with impressive dimensions, 400 m in diameter and up to 100 m deep at the bottom of which flows the river Dourdou.

The Romanesque church St. Faustus (twelfth century), built in red sandstone, stands at the edge of the promontory in the middle of the site.

Discover also: Botanical Trail (more than one hundred species in the site), hiking trails, waterfalls, spring fairy (a resurgent only intermittent flows during periods of heavy rains in the middle of the cliff) laundry, all medieval ...

Sightseeing: Terra Memoria place to discover landscapes of Aveyron (Earth's history, Aveyron and landscapes).

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Bozouls
MonumentsChurch Sainte-Fauste

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Foot race "The Trail of Gourg of Hell": the first Sunday in August.

Antiques fair and fireworks: August 15.

Festival of Earth Sciences in August.

Guided tour of the canyon Bozouls: every Tuesday morning in July and August.

Night market: the last Saturday of July.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Garden of Beasts.

Animal Park St. Hubert.

Archaeological Area departmental Montrozier.

Adventure course in the trees.

Tourist circuit: "The Road Treasures: man and nature scenery builders."

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Stand up paddle, canoeing and kayaking on the LotSports sensations18 €Sainte-Eulalie-d'Olt (18.2 km)
Snail farm tour & tastingLocal flavours3 €Flavin (19.5 km)
Visit a knife and jewellery foundryCraft5 €Espeyrac (23 km)
Tour of the Laurens estate and cellarsLocal flavours2 €Clairvaux-d'Aveyron (25 km)

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PHOTOS
Canyon Bozouls
  
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WEATHER
Sunday 19 May
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Min. -2°C - Max. 11°C
Monday 20 May
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Min. 4°C - Max. 11°C
Tuesday 21 May
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Min. 6°C - Max. 11°C
RESTAURANTS 
Pizzeria la Casa  
9
Espalion
Ideally located in a quiet pedestrian street in the center of Espalion, near the banks of the Olt, the Pizzeria la Casa invites you to his table. The interior, with its stone walls...
Located 6.6 km from Bozouls24 € per person 
Le Méjane  
9.2
Espalion
At the heart of Aveyron, Espalion city stage from Saint-Jacques de Compostela, Le Méjane offers a gastronomic break sophistication. Regine and Philippe Caralp offer regional cuisine,...
Located 6.7 km from Bozouls33 € per person 
Restaurant du Manoir de la Fabrègues  
10
Estaing
Le Manoir de la Fabrègues opens the doors of his restaurant in a vaulted room with stone walls. Places have all the attributes of a historic mansion: Huge fireplace, slate roof, patio,...
Located 8.6 km from Bozouls29 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Hameau des Brunes    
9.6
Bozouls
Mansion of the eighteenth and nineteenth century, belonging to the same family since 1905. Renovated and modernized while retaining the traditional character. Bedding king size adjustable...
Located in BozoulsFrom 92 € to 148 € the double room 
Ciel de Lit-Louis XV-Familiale Terrasse    
9.5
Salles-la-Source
Beautiful house late XV and restored by Jeannot & Claudette in 1998 has 2 cottages. 2 ears and 3 cottages Charmance 3 ears Gîtes de France. 2 steps from Rodez for holidays with family...
Located 16.9 km from Bozouls60 € the double room 
Le domaine de la rousselie  
Prades-d'Aubrac
Wilderness, in a quiet and peaceful, 10 km from St Geniez Olt, Christiane and Andrew welcome you in an old barn restored and offer 2 large bedrooms, tastefully decorated, including...
Located 18.5 km from BozoulsFrom 65 € to 70 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Location Espalion
Espalion
Cozy apartment for 4 (comfortable) to 5 persons located in the heart of the Lot Valley in the town of Espalion. You get a garden of 50 m ² with terrace and garden, all sheltered by...
Located 6.5 km from Bozouls390 € per week 
Ancienne Commanderie des Templiers
Mouret
Old Commanderie of the Templars of the xiii° century. Built out of red sandstone on the side of the valley of Dourdou in a park closed with swimming pool, it is located 1 km from Villecomtal...
Located 15.3 km from BozoulsFrom 950 € to 1400 € per week 
L'Hermet
Pruines
With family or friends, you find yourself in this character house of the 17th century typical Rouergue with Red sandstone and timber, equipped with modern (recent bedding, washing machine,...
Located 18.1 km from BozoulsFrom 470 € to 820 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
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Saint-Côme-d'Olt
The campsite is ideally located in the green valley of the Lot river, 100 meters to one of the most beautiful villages of France. On the St Jacques de Compostelle path and surrounded...
Located 9.1 km from Bozouls12.30 € per day 

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HOTELS
Causse Comtal     
7.8
Bozouls
The Causse Comtal Hotel is located in a peaceful and natural environment, just 10 km from Rodez. It offers free Wi-Fi. Rooms are comfortable and equipped with satellite TV, mini-bar,...
Located in BozoulsRoom from 65 €
La Route d'Argent     
8.7
Bozouls
A 28-minute ride from Marcillac Airport, La Route d'Argent sits in a garden and offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a terrace, free Wi-Fi throughout, and a bar. The soundproofed...
Located in BozoulsRoom from 48 €
Hôtel De France     
7.6
Espalion
Hotel de France is located in Espalion town centre in southern France. It offers free Wi-Fi access and soundproofed accommodation with a contemporary décor and modern furnishings. Guest...
Located 6.6 km from BozoulsRoom from 49 €

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