Villecomtal

Villecomtal

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownVillecomtalSaint-Félix-de-Lunel at 6.7 km (8 min)
Insee code12298Mouret at 6.9 km (8 min)
Postcode12580Muret-le-Château at 7.1 km (8 min)
Latitude44.5398200Pruines at 7.1 km (8 min)
Longitude2.5638169Rodelle at 9.2 km (11 min)
AltitudeFrom 296 to 654 metersCampuac at 9.4 km (11 min)
Surface14.05 km²Sébrazac at 11.6 km (14 min)
Population438 inhabitantsGolinhac at 13.3 km (15 min)
Density31 inhabitants/km²Nauviale at 14.1 km (15 min)
Chief townRodez (at 26 km, 31 min)Estaing at 14.9 km (17 min)
DepartmentAveyronSénergues at 15.9 km (18 min)
RegionMidi-PyrénéesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Nestled in the valley of Dourdou, west of Estaing, Villecomtal will charm you. Founded by the Counts of Rodez in the late 13th century, "the Village of Earl" retains some vestiges of its high city walls from 1437, the curtain of the castle flanked by three semi-circular towers and the tower its castle (fifteenth century) attached to the main building (more recent). Its fortified gate, "Lo Down Portal", since 1785 is topped by a bell emblematic. The town of medieval character, red sandstone, is a bustling center summer. Many walks and excursions available in the surrounding waters while Dourdou are particularly conducive to fishing.


SIGHTSEEING

Orthogonal Village Street (built on either side of the main track: Street Right). All the streets intersect at right angles.

Protected against Rovers in 1437 by a surrounding wall of 400 m. Remaining vestiges of the ramparts, "Lo Portal Down" one of two gateways, timbered houses and half-timbered ...

Roy Charles Museum: collection of nearly 1000 specimens of fossils and minerals. Visit on request from the Home Point seasonal Villecomtal. Tel. : +33 5 65 44 66 82 - Fax. : +33 5 65 44 60 21. The Home Point is open to the public in July and August - Straight Street.

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Information pointsVisitor Information Centre of Villecomtal

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Tire Aligot the street, aligot giant in August.

Votive festival in honor of St. Bartholomew: the last Sunday of August. Animations throughout the day for young and old.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

The Castle at Servayrie Mouret, "a stroll through the centuries."

Castle Pruines: beautiful collection of pottery from the 19th century.

Château du Colombier Mondalazac: tales, legends ... Middle Age (children's activities).

PHOTOS
Castle Villecomtal
 
Porch Villecomtal, Lo Lo Portal, one of two doors
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WEATHER
Monday 4 June
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Min. 9°C - Max. 17°C
Tuesday 5 June
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Wednesday 6 June
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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La Landette  
Golinhac
Cottages in Golinhac, village stopover on the road to St Jacques de Compostela, the GR 65 of Puy-en-Velay to Conques, The Via Podiensis. Hikers or gentle walkers will use their stay...
Located 7.3 km from Villecomtal50 € the double room 
Chambre & Table d'hôtes Le Couvent    
9.8
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Nauviale
Whether you have the time to stay with us for awhile or just for a quick break we offer 4 bedrooms all with en-suite facilities. Situated in the heart of Marcillac Vallon and its well...
Located 10.9 km from Villecomtal54 € the double room 
La Porte Valette    
8.8
Entraygues-sur-Truyère
16th century recently renovated hostel in the beautiful village of Entraygues Truyere on in the department of Aveyron, Midi-Pyrenees. We have three bedrooms with a double to a room...
Located 11.7 km from Villecomtal50 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
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 830 m from VillecomtalFrom 950 € to 1400 € per week 
Location avec piscine en vallée du Lot
Entraygues-sur-Truyère
Holiday House on Entraygues truyère in Aveyron, Midi-Pyrenees, in the heart of the Lot Valley. Comfortable accommodations with multiple internal activities: heated pool, tennis court,...
Located 11.6 km from VillecomtalFrom 270 € to 410 € per week 
Gites du mas naut  
8.4
Saint-Cyprien-sur-Dourdou
Two cottages at mobillier located in a former barn is typical of the area in a green countryside, with breathtaking views of the Aubrac When you're by the pool.
Located 15.4 km from VillecomtalFrom 520 € to 1270 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping bellerive  
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 20 km from Villecomtal11.70 € per day 
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 28 km from VillecomtalFrom 13 € to 16.30 € per day 

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HOTELS
L'auberge Du Chateau    
8.8
Muret-le-Château
The Auberge Du Chateau is located in the Aveyron village of Muret-le-Château. It has a children’s playground and individually-decorated guestrooms. The guest rooms feature a private...
Located 5.2 km from VillecomtalRoom from 70 €
Logis Aux Armes d'Estaing     
7.8
Estaing
This hotel is situated in Estaing, in the heart of the Lot Valley. It offers rooms with private bathrooms and panoramic views of a Gothic bridge over the Lot River. The Aux Armes D...
Located 8.8 km from VillecomtalRoom from 55 €
Le Manoir De La Fabrègues     
9.2
Estaing
Experience living in classical French style at Le Manoir de la Fabrègues, located in the Lot Valley. Its individually decorated rooms have large beds and bathrooms with balneo baths....
Located 10.4 km from VillecomtalRoom from 69 €

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Domaine de Saint Esteve
Offering a heated infinity pool with panoramic views of the Tarn Valley, this hotel is located 5 minutes from Millau. A furnished...
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