Villefranche-de-Rouergue

Villefranche-de-Rouergue

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Villefranche-de-Rouergue
Insee code	12300
Postcode	12200
Latitude	44.3497460
Longitude	2.0353810
Altitude	From 237 to 544 meters
Surface	45.85 km²
Population	12881 inhabitants
Density	280 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
National labels			Toulonjac at 5.1 km (9 min)
Chief town	Rodez (at 57 km, 58 min)		Morlhon-le-Haut at 5.2 km (8 min)
Department	Aveyron		Savignac at 7.7 km (11 min)
Region	Midi-Pyrénées		Search another town

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Royal bastide built in 1252 by Alphonse de Poitiers, Comte de Toulouse and brother of St. Louis, Villefranche-de-Rouergue is located in the center of the triangle formed by Cahors, Albi and Rodez, in the heart of a country that stretches from the valley of the Lot the gorges of the Aveyron. New Town Middle Ages, Villefranche has retained its original medieval town plan, organized around the main shopping streets.

• At the option of many streets with quaint names opposing houses of stone and mud houses, it is guided step by step towards the Place Notre Dame. True heart of the walled town, surrounded by arcades surmounted by Gothic mansions and Renaissance.
• The imposing tower of the collegiate watch calmly the silent witnesses of the history of the city: the Chartreuse Saint-Sauveur (1452), the Château de Graves (1543-1553), the Baroque chapel of the Black Penitents or Chapelle Saint-Jacques (1455).
• Guided tours of the city (old city center):

• In July and August, Monday to Friday at 15h, night tours: Thursdays at 21h30 from mid-July to late August.
• Other periods: Audio guides are available at the tourist office.

• Chapel of penitents black and chartreuse Saint-Sauveur: These two monuments are open for personal visits from April to June and heritage days in late October: Tuesday to Saturday afternoons. From July 1 to heritage days, these two monuments are open daily.
• A train you can explore the city and its monuments from late April to late September.
• For more information, tourist office welcomes you Villefranche-de-Rouergue:

• All year Monday to Friday from 9am to 12pm and from 14h to 18h and Saturday from 9am to 12pm.
• From 2 May to 1 October: Saturday afternoon until 18h and 19h to weeknights in July and August on Sunday mornings from 10am to 12.30pm.
• Address: Maison du tourisme - Drive Guiraudette.
• Tel. : 00 33 (0) 5 65 45 13 18 - Email: infos@villefranche.com

• True to its tradition of natural trading hub, Villefranche-de-Rouergue attaches particular importance to its markets:

• Every Thursday morning, the langue d'oc pace instead Notre Dame, where the weekly market combines the diversity of local produce: foie gras, confit, sausages, cheeses, poultry, cakes, rissoles, and aligot Aveyron veal. .. A feast for the eyes and taste buds.
• In summer, the night markets of producer countries animate the spaces.

• In Villefranche, the summer is a succession of classical music or jazz in prestigious venues such as Chartreuse Saint-Sauveur, the abbey of Loc-Dieu, the collegiate church of Notre-Dame or the St-Jean.
• Festivals:

• Everyone sings in Aveyron against cancer: early July, a festival of French variety.
• Musical Nights: late July, a festival of chamber music.
• Festival in country house: the second week of August, theater and street entertainment ...

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The arches of the Place Notre Dame		The old bridge Villefranche-de-Rouergue
Aerial Photo		Aerial view of the market Villefranche-de-Rouergue
The roofs of the walled town of Villefranche-de-Rouergue		Charterhouse St. Saviour Villefranche-de-Rouergue
Charterhouse St. Saviour (© Gilles Tordjemann )		Charterhouse St. Saviour (© Gilles Tordjemann)
The Chapel of the Black Penitents Villefranche-de-Rouergue		The altarpiece in the chapel of the Black Penitents to Villefranche-de-Rouergue
The Chapel ceiling in the Black Penitents Villefranche-de-Rouergue		Market Villefranche-de-Rouergue
Our Place Lady		The Collegiate Notre Dame
Another view of the Place Notre Dame		Notre Dame Place
Cutlery		Stall of the Notre Dame
Stall of the Notre Dame		Stall of the Notre Dame
stall of the Notre Dame		Stall of the Notre Dame
Stall of the Notre Dame		Stall of the Notre Dame
Grid of the baptistery of the Notre Dame		The flea market at the Guiraudet Villefranche-de-Rouergue
Festival in bastide Villefranche-de-Rouergue

Saturday 25 May Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 7°C

Sunday 26 May Day Night Min. 2°C - Max. 7°C

Monday 27 May Day Night Min. 7°C - Max. 8°C

Château de Longcol  SPECIAL OFFER La Fouillade LUNCH AT THE CASTLE - On the larger loop of Aveyron, there is a unique place: The Château de Longcol. Much more than a place, this hotel restaurant is a haven of peace: a park of over... Located 10.8 km from Villefranche-de-Rouergue 47 € per person

L'Oustal del Barry   8.5 Najac Located in the medieval village of Najac step of the way to Saint-Jacques, Oustal del Barry is a charming hotel-restaurant. Installed in an old building, and Remy Corinne Simon welcome... Located 14.9 km from Villefranche-de-Rouergue 52 € per person

Le Belle Rive   8 Najac Located Najac, ranked joint of Art and History part five Bastides Rouergue, the hotel restaurant Belle Rive is run by the same family for 5 generations. In this building dating from... Located 15.2 km from Villefranche-de-Rouergue 29 € per person

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La closerie     9.7 Villefranche-de-Rouergue Formerly 'bathhouse' this character house is a haven in the heart of the city, located along the Aveyron, 2 minute walk from the station. These five tastefully decorated rooms and its... Located in Villefranche-de-Rouergue From 55 € to 60 € the double room

La maison de famille   Sanvensa Located between Najac and Villefranche de Rouergue in a peaceful hamlet, 'La Maison de Famille' will welcome you with its two spacious and sunny guestrooms each with private bathroom... Located 8.4 km from Villefranche-de-Rouergue 62 € the double room

Git'ânes rando     9.7 Saint-Igest Small farm overlooking a breathtaking view, our rooms are located in the former outbuildings. In perfect harmony with nature, we will offer in addition to good food, hiking with our... Located 12.2 km from Villefranche-de-Rouergue From 50 € to 70 € the double room

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Le cueillou   8.9 Lanuéjouls Farmhouse nicely restored, a lot of cachet, comfort, at the crossroads of three possibilities départements. Nombreuses discoveries as the heritage of technological prowess (Millau)..... Located 10.6 km from Villefranche-de-Rouergue From 380 € to 480 € per week

Le barbier de Mazerolles Najac Beautiful old stone house in the quiet hamlet of Mazerolles Najac, one of the most beautiful villages in France. Renovated but keeping its typical characteristics. Among them is a scullery... Located 14 km from Villefranche-de-Rouergue From 690 € to 790 € per week

Gite - Grange Renovee Lieut dit Recoules Prévinquières The Old Barn Recoules offers quality cottage for a relaxing vacation full of adventure and entertainment. Located in the heart of southwestern France in the Midi-Pyrénées Region, Aveyron,... Located 15.9 km from Villefranche-de-Rouergue From 390 € to 675 € per week

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Camping du Bosquet     9.5 La Fouillade Bosquet due south, overlooking a lake. Pleasant site at 600 m from the heart of the village with all amenities and shops. Strong tourism potential within half an hour. Stay calm in... Located 13.7 km from Villefranche-de-Rouergue

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Hotel Balladins Villefranche de Rouergue      8.2 Villefranche-de-Rouergue Set in the Aveyron department, this Balladins provides air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi access. It also has a swimming pool, a sauna and a hot tub. Guests can choose from standard... Located in Villefranche-de-Rouergue Room from 50 €

Logis Hôtel Les Fleurines      8.9 Villefranche-de-Rouergue This stylish hotel is located in Villefranche de Rouergue, opposite the Pénitents Noirs Chapel. It offers rooms with a modern décor with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi access. Each... Located in Villefranche-de-Rouergue Room from 60 €

Le Relais de Farrou      8.4 Villefranche-de-Rouergue Featuring a fitness room, a sauna and a spa bath, this 3-star hotel is near a wooded park with a tennis court. It is located in the Midi-Pyrénnées region. Guest rooms at Le Relais du... Located in Villefranche-de-Rouergue Room from 68 €

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