Villefranche-de-Panat

Villefranche-de-Panat

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownVillefranche-de-PanatLestrade-et-Thouels at 5.7 km (6 min)
Insee code12299Alrance at 6.3 km (7 min)
Postcode12430Durenque at 8.4 km (10 min)
Latitude44.0881740Ayssènes at 12.2 km (15 min)
Longitude2.7043410Le Truel at 13.1 km (15 min)
AltitudeFrom 260 to 984 metersBroquiès at 14 km (15 min)
Surface29.13 km²Connac at 14.8 km (16 min)
Population777 inhabitantsAuriac-Lagast at 15.7 km (18 min)
Density27 inhabitants/km²Salles-Curan at 15.7 km (18 min)
National labelsArvieu at 15.7 km (18 min)
Chief townRodez (at 45 km, 47 min)La Selve at 16.6 km (20 min)
DepartmentAveyronBrousse-le-Château at 17.2 km (19 min)
RegionMidi-PyrénéesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Small town located inside the territory of the lakes in Aveyron, Lévézou. Villefranche-de-Panat is at the crossroads between Albi, Rodez, Saint-Affrique and Millau. Headquartered at 720 m altitude, common stretches around a lake of 192 hectares since the 50s has become a breeding ground for outdoor activities and family vacations.


SIGHTSEEING

Villefranche-de-Panat has a range of little historical evidence of occupation old (dolmen, megalith cross ...). Old country house, it is still dominated today by the tower today Peyrebrune belonging to the nearby town of Alrance. Remains of castle lords Peyrebrune the tower monitors Valley Alrance as in the early days. Visitors can discover through a film and an exhibition of local history, an example of architecture "military" and a 360 ° Area.

The common Villefranche-de-Panat well as that of Arance to which it is linked in tourism offer trail rides to multi-center starting towns (70 km).

With Lake (192 ha), water activities are queens supervised swimming, water sports center. Activities: Canoeing, optimist, dinghy sailing, pedal boats, fishing ... Many facilities available on the town (of course fishing for children, multi-sport fields, tennis courts, volleyball courts, basketball courts, picnic tables, picnic ...).

Detailed information
Leisure centresLeisure Centre Adalpa

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

The municipality of Villefranche-de-Panat is known in his department for its festive tradition. In addition, for several years, local organizations continue to perpetuate the existing animations, but also to create new ones. There are therefore in the list of major sporting and festive dates:

The loops of the Lake.

Gourmet hiking.

The celebration of the lake.

The walk of nightlife.

Rural people.

The walk at dusk.

Ikalana, trail Lévézou.

But also many dates proposed in the monthly program.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Villefranche-de-Panat is central to the major sites Aveyron and the Tarn Gorges - Rodez - Millau Viaduct - Caves de Roquefort - Micropolis.

You will also discover the natural and historic heritage of the area through walks or car circuit made available in local Tourist Offices.

PHOTOS
Aerial view of the lake and its surroundings
 
Central Village
Beach Mayrac
  
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WEATHER
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Friday 17 February
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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Mas bertrand    
10
Villefranche-de-Panat
If you are looking for the authenticity of a farmhouse of A Veyron, Mas Bertrand you séduira. Bâtisse eighteenth century all stone and slate, with its courtyard paving vertical period,...
Located in Villefranche-de-PanatFrom 51 € to 58 € the double room 
Le brabant  
Broquiès
2 rooms, tipical country house, 5 minutes from the river, bicycle rides, quiet location for people like nature.
Located 11.3 km from Villefranche-de-Panat49 € the double room 
A la maison de Marie-Jo  
La Selve
Between Albi, Rodez and Millau, come live in the rhythm of nature in my native house situated in a small farming hamlet which live in perfect harmony 17 inhabitants and 800 sheep. You...
Located 12.4 km from Villefranche-de-PanatFrom 43 € to 60 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gite Brousse le Château
Brousse-le-Château
Renovated apartment on 1st floor of a house of character with views of the castle. The house is located in the center of the village bush the castle having the label of the most beautiful...
Located 11.9 km from Villefranche-de-PanatFrom 300 € to 350 € per week 
Gite et chambre d'hotes des Monts
Saint-Izaire
Cottage situated in the countryside 4 km from a medieval village of red sandstone dominated by its imposing castle Bishops. It was restored in an old barn at the end of a farmhouse...
Located 15 km from Villefranche-de-PanatFrom 300 € to 400 € per week 
House for 7 persons
Cassagnes-Bégonhès
House at the entrance of the village overlooking the town hall square and the creek that passes along the square. Country market every Friday. All shops in the village.
Located 16.7 km from Villefranche-de-PanatFrom 200 € to 300 € per week 

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HOTELS
Logis Auberge De La Planquette     
7.9
Réquista
The Logis Auberge De La Planquette is located in Requista, in Southern France. It offers rooms with individual terraces, cable TV and free Wi-Fi internet access. The Auberge De La Planqette...
Located 14.7 km from Villefranche-de-PanatRoom from 43 €
Hotel Les Raspes     
8.3
Saint-Rome-de-Tarn
Hotel Les Raspes offers a restaurant with al fresco dining beside the outdoor pool. It is situated in a converted religious school in the medieval village of Saint-Rome-de-Tarn and...
Located 15.7 km from Villefranche-de-PanatRoom from 85 €
Aveyron Chambres D'hôtes    
8.1
Cassagnes-Bégonhès
Set in a large garden with a terrace and barbecue facilities, this guesthouse also offers a bar. It is located in Cassagnes-Begonhès in the Midi-Pyrenees region. Guest rooms feature...
Located 16.5 km from Villefranche-de-PanatRoom from 35 €

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Hotel du Bowling De Millau
This affordable eco hotel offers comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi internet access, TV, en suites and air-conditioning. The...
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