Regional Heritage Sites
This collection highlights the diverse historical architecture of the Aveyron region, ranging from the UNESCO-listed Romanesque Abbey Church of Sainte-Foy in Conques to the formidable royal fortress of Najac. The selection includes Gothic landmarks like the Rodez Cathedral, medieval bridges spanning the Dourdou River, and a series of fortified residences and castles such as Belcastel and Coupiac. These sites illustrate the region's strategic importance during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, featuring defensive ruins, aristocratic manors, and major religious centers.
A Abbey Church of Sainte-Foy
The Abbey Church of Sainte-Foy in Conques, France, was a popular stop for pilgrims traveling the Way of St.
B Rodez Cathedral
Rodez Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church located in town of Rodez, in the department of Aveyron in the Occitanie region of Southern…
C Château de Belcastel
The Château de Belcastel is a medieval castle in the village and commune of Belcastel, in the Aveyron département of France.
D Château de Najac
Château de Najac or the royal fortress of Najac is located in Najac, in the Aveyron département, in southern France.
Pont de Saint-Georges de Camboulas
A historic stone bridge located in Pont-de-Salars.
F Pont Romain
A medieval stone bridge crossing the Dourdou River in Conques, historically part of the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela.
G Ancien Palais épiscopal – XVIIe
A 17th-century episcopal palace located in the city of Rodez.
Porte de la Pique
A historic fortified gateway located in the medieval village of Najac.
Maison du Sénéchal
A 14th-century residence in Najac featuring preserved medieval architectural details.
J Château de Vieillevie
The Château de Vieillevie is a mediaeval castle in the commune of Vieillevie in the Cantal département of France.
K Château de Coupiac
The Château de Coupiac is a castle in the French commune of Coupiac in the département of Aveyron.
L Château de Réquista
A historic castle located in the commune of La Bastide-l'Évêque.
M Château du Colombier
A 14th-century residence in Salles-la-Source, with architectural modifications dating from the 15th and 19th centuries.
N Château de Pagax
The château de Pagax is located in the ancient province of Rouergue. It dominates the valley of the River Lot.
O Manoir de Curlande
A historic manor house located in Marcillac-Vallon.
P Château du Bosc
A 12th-century fortress and the childhood home of painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec.
Q Château de Planèzes
A Renaissance-style castle located in the commune of Luc-la-Primaube.
R Château de Tholet
A historic castle located in the commune of Gabriac.
S Château de Montrozier
A medieval and Renaissance castle situated in Montrozier.
T Château d'onet le Château
A fortified residence built between 1518 and 1519 for the canons of Rodez.
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