Capdenac-Gare

Capdenac-Gare

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownCapdenac-GareCapdenac at 3.5 km (5 min)
Insee code12052Lunan at 4.3 km (5 min)
Postcode12700Sonnac at 5 km (7 min)
Latitude44.5738730Lentillac-Saint-Blaise at 6.8 km (8 min)
Longitude2.0805050Figeac at 7.6 km (9 min)
AltitudeFrom 156 to 421 metersAsprières at 7.9 km (10 min)
Surface20.21 km²Felzins at 8.7 km (10 min)
Population4614 inhabitantsSaint-Jean-Mirabel at 9.2 km (11 min)
Density239 inhabitants/km²Saint-Félix at 9.8 km (11 min)
Chief townRodez (at 59 km, 64 min)Cuzac at 10.2 km (10 min)
DepartmentAveyronNaussac at 11.6 km (14 min)
RegionMidi-PyrénéesSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

A 21 km west of Decazeville on the left bank of the Lot.

At the border between the departments of Aveyron and the Lot, the present town owes its existence to the development of rail transport in the late 19th century. The new station was built on the site of the hamlet of Tinsou at that time town of Saint-Julien-d'Empare.

On 16 May 1891 creating the municipality of Capdenac-Gare.

In 1902, transferring the county town of Asprières to Capdenac-Gare.

Around its first industry born from the station, Capdenac-Gare converts to small industrial city: the food industry, slaughterhouses, cold meats, canned goods, public works, machine tools in Saint-Julien-d'Empare.

The growth of the city will continue until 1968 when then count Capdenac-Gare 6113 inhabitants.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Château de Saint-Julien-d'Empare: rectangular house, round towers, (IMH), remodeled in the 18th century, private property.
  • Steam Locomotive Type 130 B 439 in road exposure Asprières, exit town near the crossing.
  • Recreation Area, mini port.
  • Hiking, fishing on the Lot.
Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Capdenac
Information pointsTourist Office of Capdenac-Gare

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Markets every Saturday morning throughout the year.
  • Local festival the first Sunday in September.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Capdenac-the-top correspond to the Gallic oppidum of Uxellodunum. This village has been awarded the most beautiful villages in France in 2010.
  • Prehistoric Caves of Foissac (MH).
  • Pre-Romanesque chapel of Saint-Loup to the 9th century, visible from the outside.
  • Peyrusse le Roc, medieval city that owes its growth and prosperity to the operation of silver mines for the period from antiquity to the 13th century. Many remnants of 10 hectares, 150 m altitude, walking shoes recommended.
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. -5°C - Max. 4°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. -2°C - Max. 2°C
Friday 17 February
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Min. -5°C - Max. 4°C
RESTAURANTS 
Auberge de la Diège
Capdenac-Gare
An inn Logis, with 28 bedrooms, in the heart of the Lot Valley.
Located in Capdenac-GareFrom 10 € to 35 € per person 
La cuisine du marché  
10
Figeac
We only work with fresh products from the region (lamb, veal, duck, foie gras and fresh fish from our sea) elaborated on the spot in front of you, thanks to our open kitchen which gives...
Located 5.3 km from Capdenac-GareFrom 20 € to 50 € per person 
Le Grezalide
Grèzes
Cuisine and decadent. Karine you simmered a daily menu prepared with fresh regional products. Inspired by recipes in the world, our kitchen has flavors of terroir and travel.
Located 22 km from Capdenac-GareFrom 25 € to 45 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le rey    
9.7
Cuzac
House 14m² bathroom wc, private terrace, garden located in the Lot valley near Figeac, quiet, beautiful panorama. 30 'Conques, 50' of Rocamadour, Padirac. Nicole and Joel will be happy...
Located 4.5 km from Capdenac-Gare45 € the double room 
Chambre d'hotes du rey  
Cuzac
A luxury caravan gypsy type, authentic, fully hand-carved, consisting of a terrace with a beautiful room in an alcove carved bed 140x200, a table with chairs, small fridge, kettle,...
Located 4.6 km from Capdenac-Gare70 € the double room 
Domaine de lapoulou    
10
Cuzac
Between Lot, Aveyron and Cantal your choice is vast: famous landmarks Figeac Rocamadour, Sarlat, Conques, Saint-Cirq Lapopie... Impossible to list them all. Enjoy the comfort of our...
Located 5 km from Capdenac-GareFrom 56 € to 70 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Apartment for 4 persons
Cuzac
Porch, living room with BZ, kitchenette, 1 bedroom toilet, bathroom.
Located 5 km from Capdenac-Gare200 € per week 
Lou Caïrou  
9.4
Faycelles
Type construction of Quercy 2008.80 m², built on two levels. Fenced yard, patio. Ground floor: entrance / living room - kitchen / dining room with balcony, bathroom, separate WC. Floor:...
Located 7.5 km from Capdenac-GareFrom 250 € to 500 € per week 
Cékerojac  
9.4
Lissac-et-Mouret
. Typical old stone house in the country. With private garden and piscine. 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms 2 wc lounge dining room fitted kitchen and breakfast nook, dishwasher, washing machine,...
Located 9.1 km from Capdenac-GareFrom 700 € to 1250 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping Le Roquelongue  
Boisse-Penchot
The camp-site Roquelongue located in a bosky bower on the banks of the batch accomodates you all the year for the hirings of country cottages, mobil-home or camp-site. Several activities...
Located 11.3 km from Capdenac-GareFrom 13 € to 16.30 € per day 

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HOTELS
Logis Auberge La Diege     
8.7
Capdenac-Gare
Located in Midi-Pyrénées between the Dordogne and the Provence, and 8 kilometres from Figeac, town of art and history, the hotel welcomes you in a peaceful environment, right next to...
Located in Capdenac-GareRoom from 46 €
Le Terminus Saint Jacques     
7.2
Figeac
The Saint Jacques is located in the historic Lot town of Figeac, 50 metres from the Train Station. Each guest room has a private bathroom, TV and free Wi-Fi. The Saint Jacques restaurant...
Located 4.8 km from Capdenac-GareRoom from 59 €
Hôtel Du Pont Du Pin     
6.8
Figeac
Situated on the Célé River, Hôtel Du Pont Du Pin is in Figeac. It offers free Wi-Fi access and a bar just 300 metres from the town centre. The simply decorated rooms at Pont Du Pin...
Located 5 km from Capdenac-GareRoom from 59 €

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