Le Caylar

Le Caylar

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

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By choosing to spend your holidays in Caylar (alt. 760 m), you opt to stay halfway between the mountains and countryside, exotic, sport or just relaxing.

The Castel Roc, overlooking the village of Caylar, is the remains of Castellas (castle) dated 12th century and home to the Notre-Dame du Roc Castel also dated 12th century and completely restored. You can admire the natural dolomites that were constituent parts of the old fortifications of Caylar. The first traces of occupation of the site date back to the Iron Age. Carolingian houses (before the 10th century) can still be observed. Some date from the Renaissance are still inhabited. From the top of Castel Rock, you can admire the wonderful panorama that covers the eye the southern Larzac.

But Le Caylar, although looking very withdrawn, however, is only 40 minutes from Montpellier and 20 minutes from Millau, or 18 km from Lodève! Access to the A75 is indeed the direct output of the village of Caylar.

Le Caylar is constantly evolving and expanding its resources in all areas of village life, including the opening and maintenance of various shops, as well as the presence of a post office, a library and health professionals.

In summer, many activities are planned, such as the Castel Roc festival that lasts 10 days in August, and flea markets in mid-July and mid August each year. In September, a mountain bike race, The Tour Larzac Sheep, brings together hundreds of participants on beautiful courses from 12 to 105 km.

The Roc Castel and his Roman chapel. From the top of Castel Rock, superb panorama of the southern Larzac.

The village of Caylar, with its clock tower and old houses.

Hiking in a site is exceptionally rich in wildlife, landscapes and the many specific Larzac. A multitude of hiking trails and mountain biking are at your fingertips (you can rent mountain bikes on Le Caylar).

A mountain bike and instructor based in Caylar, you will discover this beautiful area on foot or mountain bike, explore or sportier version. It also offers games, guided by GPS, safaris, downhill mountain biking ...

Flea market in July. Flea market consists mainly of numerous professional exhibitors.

In early August, the festival Roc Castel.

Flea mid-August. Flea market consists mainly of numerous professional exhibitors.

The gateway to the plateau of Larzac, Le Caylar is limited with the departments of Aveyron and Hérault, which means it is ideally located for the activities proposed here, all within a radius of 40 miles of the center the Caylar.

Visit the village of La Couvertoirade, one of the most beautiful villages in France.

Visit the village of Saint-Guilhem-le-Desert. Canoeing possible.

Adventure to Infruts, The Couvertoirade: 3 courses to discover full Larzac, but also the discovery or vertical caving.

Trout fishing at Mas de Meru near Lodève with picnic area and barbecues. Very family friendly and fun!

The cheese of the Larzac plateau ... for all.

Superb, the Priory of Grandmont, architectural masterpiece of the Middle Ages to learn about Lodève at Soumont.

Summer pool 20 minutes from Nant Caylar. Change of scenery! Or a refreshing break to the small swimming pool Summer L'Hospitalet-du-Larzac 10 minutes. Family atmosphere.

Not to be missed, a couple or family (but book!), The Bike Rail.

Visit The Graufesenque, Gallo-Roman site two miles south of Millau, where excavations have unearthed the remains of a Gallo-Roman called Condatomagus (confluence market) dating from the 1st century AD.

A must see, Chaos de Montpellier le Vieux!

Extreme sports can be considered in Aveyron.

Water sports can be practiced on the lake Salagou.

Ride on donkeys.

Caves de Roquefort.

The circus Navacelles and the resurgence of Foux, wonderful walk of 4 hours, and location suitable for cave diving!

The Buddhist temple Lerab Ling Roqueredonde is only 12 km from Caylar. A magnificent site to discover or rediscover.

The great cave of the Demoiselles, the wonderful cave Clamouse. And of course the cave Labeil, magnificent heritage to 10 minutes from Caylar.

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Roc Castel

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Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. -5°C - Max. 4°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 4°C

Auberge du Domaine de la Barraque   8 Sainte-Eulalie-de-Cernon Our Medieval Inn with bed and breakfast and dormitories near the viaduct of Millau, welcomes you in nature in an exceptional setting and offers a local gastronomy. Unique in France... Located 21 km from Le Caylar From 15 € to 50 € per person

L'étape de Dourbies en Cévennes Dourbies The borders of the Gard and the Aveyron, in a protected environment, World Heritage of Unesco, and located 900 meters above sea level in the heart of the Cevennes National Park, on... Located 25 km from Le Caylar

Auberge cocagne   9.2 Avèze At the heart of the village have, in a green setting, under the foliage. Parc du Château de Montcalm, authentic Auberge Cévenole 4 centuries of history (s) you... 7 rooms equipped with... Located 26 km from Le Caylar From 20 € to 30 € per person

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Les capitelles du caylar     9.6   SPECIAL OFFER Le Caylar Welcome to Caylar Larzac in Southern! Christine & Richard Monier you a serene and restful, quiet waiting for a bed and breakfast in Caylar on the Larzac plateau. For you, three guest... Located in Le Caylar 70 € the double room

Château de Sorgues   Cornus In lush greenery, the castle of the year 1000 offers 5 rooms of charm and prestige, by their design that meet the ancestral spirit of Larzac. Two large living rooms with fireplace,... Located 9.4 km from Le Caylar From 98 € to 145 € the double room

L'Oustal del Passejaïre     9.3 Saint-Maurice-Navacelles At the heart of Cirque de Navacelles between the Cévennes and the Larzac, we welcome you to our guest house. Warm and friendly atmosphere. At the guest table you can enjoy the flavors... Located 15.8 km from Le Caylar 55 € the double room

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Domaine de Tapies Cornus Located on the Southern Larzac .. 45 km from Millau (12) and 20 km from Lodève (34) - Nature, calm, nature ... Located 7.2 km from Le Caylar From 310 € to 430 € per week

Prieuré du Luc Campestre-et-Luc . For lovers of nature, space, authenticity, calm, cool, the Luke home Caussenard charming XVIII, is a haven of peace, relaxation, pleasure, fitness. The house is very comfortable in... Located 8 km from Le Caylar From 1000 € to 1200 € per week

Studio Le Noisetier Soubès Studio with a very sunny terrace facing east, and a postcard view, for 1 or 2 persons (couple), ideally located close to hiking trails of all, (on foot, horseback, mountain bike), but... Located 10.7 km from Le Caylar From 320 € to 490 € per week

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Hotel Du Rocher      8 Le Caylar This charming hotel set in a typical village welcomes you in the heart of the Larzac area. The Hotel du Rocher features 30 comfortable guest rooms fitted with shower and television.... Located in Le Caylar Room from 38 €

Hotel du Nord     8.2 Lodève This air-conditioned hotel offers a sauna and en suite guest rooms with a balcony. The daily buffet breakfast can be enjoyed on the terrace, situated in an interior courtyard. Each... Located 14.5 km from Le Caylar Room from 43 €

Hôtel Balladins Millau      7.6 L'Hospitalet-du-Larzac The hotel is located near Millau, on the Clermont-Ferrand/Montpellier main road, which is a free motorway. Situated on the service area Aire du Larzac, on the A75motorway, Hôtel Balladins... Located 17.4 km from Le Caylar Room from 39 €

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