Viala-du-Pas-de-Jaux

Viala-du-Pas-de-Jaux

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownViala-du-Pas-de-Jaux
Insee code12295
Postcode12250
Latitude43.9569800
Longitude3.0548580
AltitudeFrom 720 to 879 meters
Surface18.95 km²
Population100 inhabitants
Density5 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townRodez (at 96 km, 86 min)Tournemire at 7.3 km (9 min)
DepartmentAveyronSainte-Eulalie-de-Cernon at 9.6 km (11 min)
RegionMidi-PyrénéesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Small village Larzac 99 inhabitants located in the heart of Regional Natural Park of Grands Causses, 800 meters above sea level in the South Aveyron.

The tower is part of Viala-du-Pas-de-Jaux a set of 5 sites (Santa Eulalia, La Couvertoirade The Cavalry, St. John of Alcas) enrolled in a program of recovery Larzac Templar Hospital.

Originally, Le Viala was a farmhouse. His fate changed in the mid 12th century when it was given to the Templars. The Knights of St. Eulalia de Cernon built there a patch to protect the area. When the Hospitallers took possession of the Temple after 1312, they decided to create a place in this village and construct buildings of a farm. They raise them to the house in 1315 and the Knights built a church dedicated to St. John the Baptist, the patron saint of the Hospitallers. Then around 1430, the Hospital built there with a square tower that works to restore, since 1982, a combination of backup.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Tower Hospital: Top 30 yards, rectangular building of the 15th century included a cellar on the ground floor, kitchen and four-storey granary used to store the fees paid by residents of Viala. A main building, flanked by a round tower, is in its extension. At its peak, a walkway has been constructed. From the top of the tower, now restored and available, you can discover the diverse landscapes of Larzac. Many lavognes (small depressions used for drinking) clay or crushed stone are visible nearby.
  • The church is in 1315 that the Hospital requesting the Bishop of Rodez permission to build a church dedicated to St. John the Baptist in the locality of Viala. The construction of a church is also a way to permanently fix the people on this site in order to create a village "Le Viala Pas de Jaux. In the last century one could still see the church built in 1315, built entirely of stone bleached beautiful inside. It will be completely destroyed in 1873.
  • The Oustalou of Fadarellas: the house of fairies - dolmen whose table is 4 50 m long.
  • The Armalières: natural cavities, old cheese cellar.
  • Mas Baldy: old fortified house with an entrance under portico.
Detailed information
MonumentsTower of the Viala-du-Pas-de-Jaux

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • During the summer, participate in events: the Summertime Larzac Days Children, shows, concerts ...
  • The Tower Room hosts throughout the year numerous exhibitions on various topics.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • The Tourist Office offers many tours to discover the territory. Here's an example: "On the road of the Templars and Hospitallers"
  • Start your day enjoying the magnificent panorama that gives you the Saint Paul circus of Fonts! From this height, you can enjoy the breathtaking view of Fort St. Jean Alcas, Cistercian gem that deserves a stop on your itinerary. The walled enclosure of a harmonious regularity, was a refuge for peasants and their livestock in an emergency. After a visit of about 1 hour, keep your day towards Viala-du-Pas-de-Jaux.
  • By the D559 up Tournemire and take a right on the D23 direction Viala-du-Pas-de-Jaux. On the road, you can see on the board a lavogne, fed naturally designed to collect rainwater to water the herds of "muttons" (sheep).
  • The Viala-du-Pas-de-Jaux and monumental tower will welcome you for a break discovery. Vivid illustration of the role of agropastoral Larzac plateau, Viala-du-Pas-de-Jaux tower was built in the 15th century, next to the ancient buildings of the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem, to secure the people, their property and their animals. Branch Sainte-Eulalie-de-Cernon.
  • By the D23 direction Hospitalet Larzac Cougouille to peak and then back to the fork and take the D561 to Sainte-Eulalie-de-Cernon. Along the way, the magnificent panorama of the Larzac Cougouille since the peak is well worth a detour. Leave your car down and then walk a few minutes to reach the summit. Made a U-turn and go towards the Templar Commandery of Saint-Eulalie-de-Cernon the best preserved in France. In his past of medieval fortified Santa Eulalia has retained most of its walls, towers, gates and his church. On the square, opposite the Commandery, you can cool shade around the fountain erected in the 17th century and discover the beautiful Romanesque church party.
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Make a bag or pair of sandalsCraftFrom 120 € to 670 €Saint-Affrique (13.7 km)
Paragliding in the Grands Causses parkSports sensationsFrom 55 € to 145 €Millau (16.1 km)
Visit a glove factoryCraftFreeMillau (16.2 km)
Karting, quad, mountain biking and archerySports sensationsFrom 15 € to 75 €Castelnau-Pégayrols (22 km)
Well-being massageWellbeingFrom 35 € to 65 €Castelnau-Pégayrols (22 km)

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WEATHER
Saturday 25 May
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Min. 1°C - Max. 8°C
Sunday 26 May
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Min. -2°C - Max. 8°C
Monday 27 May
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RESTAURANTS 
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 5.3 km from Viala-du-Pas-de-JauxFrom 15 € to 50 € per person 
Auberge La Cardabelle  
9.4
Sainte-Eulalie-de-Cernon
FRAME HOUSE - Located between Roquefort and Millau in Sainte-Eulalie de Cernon the Auberge La Cardabelle is a step that will charm you. Sit by the fire in the rustic and elegant or...
Located 7.2 km from Viala-du-Pas-de-Jaux28 € per person 
Auberge le Cévenol
La Cavalerie
Located in the heart of the village Templar Cavalry on the Larzac plateau, the Cévennes The inn welcomes guests in a pleasant and friendly. Greeted with a smile in a friendly environment,...
Located 10.3 km from Viala-du-Pas-de-JauxFrom 15 € to 35 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Domaine de la Barraque, Site Médiéval    
9.2
Sainte-Eulalie-de-Cernon
Our Medieval Inn, very close to the famous Millau's bridge, welcomes you in an exceptional surroundings for any occasion. We offer you 6 different rooms, cozy with authentic decoration...
Located 5.3 km from Viala-du-Pas-de-JauxFrom 33.90 € to 69.90 € the double room 
Millau - les tilleuls  
Saint-Georges-de-Luzençon
An exquisite home base to enjoy a short or long stay in the neighbourhood of the city of Millau. In Les Tilleuls 5 sunny, bright and comfortable rooms on the 1st floor of the main house...
Located 11.2 km from Viala-du-Pas-de-JauxFrom 75 € to 95 € the double room 
La saisonneraie    
9.7
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Saint-Georges-de-Luzençon
Your room in a Bed and Breakfast benefiting from an splendid panorama, 15 minutes from Millau, open since 2004. In the South Aveyron, right in the center of the Regional Nature park...
Located 13.8 km from Viala-du-Pas-de-JauxFrom 79 € to 89 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Au pied du viaduc de millau  
8.4
Creissels
View on the Millau Viaduct, T 2 of 42 m², 2 * ranking prefecture. Equipped kitchen, 2 sofa beds convertible. Salle bath with shower, separate toilet. Property fenced with automatic...
Located 14.1 km from Viala-du-Pas-de-JauxFrom 380 € to 400 € per week 
Gite d'etape les sapinettes.
Millau
A house of two vine and comfortable mobile homes located on the heights of the city in a large field.
Located 18.2 km from Viala-du-Pas-de-Jaux 
Domaine de Tapies
Cornus
Located on the Southern Larzac .. 45 km from Millau (12) and 20 km from Lodève (34) - Nature, calm, nature ...
Located 18.8 km from Viala-du-Pas-de-JauxFrom 310 € to 430 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping du Rougier    
8.6
Camarès
Lovers of nature and hiking trips, we welcome you into the Rougier in the heart of Natural Park of the Grands Causses. Our small campsite, quiet and friendly is the ideal base for exploring...
Located 20 km from Viala-du-Pas-de-JauxFrom 13 € to 15 € per day 
Camping la muse    
8.4
Mostuéjouls
Our campsite La Muse is a small and friendly family camping there since 1945 (with beautiful trees and a beautiful beach). We are located at the entrance of the Gorges du Tarn, Gorges...
Located 29 km from Viala-du-Pas-de-JauxFrom 10 € to 15 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hôtel De La Poste     
8.3
La Cavalerie
Situated on the Larzac plateau, in the the fortified village of Cavalerie, the Hotel de la Poste offers en suite rooms. Free Wi-Fi access is provided throughout the hotel. The restaurant...
Located 10.1 km from Viala-du-Pas-de-JauxRoom from 38 €
P’tit Dej Hôtel Millau     
7.4
L'Hospitalet-du-Larzac
Located next to the A75 motorway, Hôtel Relais Millau Larzac is a 9-minute drive from the centre of L’Hospitalet-du-Larzac. It offers free Wi-Fi access and rooms with a TV and satellite...
Located 10.8 km from Viala-du-Pas-de-JauxRoom from 39 €
Val Saint Georges    
8.5
Saint-Georges-de-Luzençon
Set in the Grands-Causses regional park, Val Saint Georges offers 2 seasonal, outdoor swimming pools as well as guest rooms and independent cottages. A continental breakfast is served...
Located 12.5 km from Viala-du-Pas-de-JauxRoom from 34 €

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Aveyron
Hericlea Hotel Sport
Located on the riverbank, in Millau, the hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests are invited to the fitness centre, the sauna...
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