Villefranche-de-Rouergue

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Photo by Anne Laure
Photo by Anne Laure
Photo by Meik G.
Photo by Meik G.
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Villefranche-de-Rouergue, a "Grand Site de Midi-Pyrénées" tourist destination, invites you on a journey full of history along the Camino de Santiago!

This pretty town in south-west France is also a town of art and history, as it was founded in 1252 as a bastide by Alphonse de Poitiers, Count of Toulouse.

With a backdrop of woody hillsides and sitting on the banks of the river Aveyron, the mediaeval architecture of Villefranche-de-Rouergue will delight those with an interest in the period. The town is built around Place Notre Dame, the starting point of its streets, which are arranged in a rectilinear layout, a characteristic feature of new towns of the period. A number of buildings show off the town's architectural heritage. One unmissable destination is Notre-Dame Collegiate church, which was completed at the end of the 15th century after 300 years of work. Here you can admire the incredible stalls by André Sulpice and climb its 163 stairs for a view over the town, to look out over the Bastide and to admire the Gothic splendour of Chartreuse Saint-Sauveur. The baroque Chapelle des Pénitents Noirs, with its stunning paintings and sculptures, will be your next stop on this historic and religious journey which, if you're so minded, could become a pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago, following the 14-mile Villefranche-Najac route. Whether you embark on a pilgrimage or not, the route will certainly satisfy hikers as it takes in the hillsides and gorges of Aveyron. A real treat!

For those who prefer a nature or sport-themed break, the enchanting gorges of Aveyron offer a broad range of activities, from canoeing and kayaking, to paddleboarding, climbing and canyoning, to name just a few. You'll have plenty to do!

Villefranche-de-Rouergue also offers superb cuisine. You can enjoy ewe's milk cheese, Aveyron and Ségala veal, aligot or estofinado. There are plenty of restaurants nestled in the town's mediaeval streets or around Place Notre Dame, and plenty of ways to treat yourself. Every Thursday, the square also hosts a large market where you'll find the local and regional products you've enjoyed.

Villefranche-de-Rouergue can be reached by car, train or by air, with Toulouse airport being the nearest, offering connections to London.

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inspiration by balladins Villefranche-de-Rouergue
3 out of 5
Avenue De Toulouse, Villefranche-de-Rouergue, Aveyron
The price is S$113 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
S$113
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Villefranche-de-Rouergue. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Chapelle des Penitents-Noirs ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (240 reviews)
Very value conscious, very nice staff. Thank you!
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Reviewed on 12 Jul,2024

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Hotel Le Relais de Farrou
Hotel Le Relais de Farrou
4 out of 5
34 Farrou, Villefranche-de-Rouergue, Aveyron
The price is S$148 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
S$148
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Villefranche-de-Rouergue. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Chapelle ...
9/10 Wonderful! (52 reviews)
"The hotel had friendly and polite staff. Lots of amenities available e.g tennis court, crazy golf, table tennis and bikes available if wishing to cycle within the surrounding area. There was also a swimming pool with a patio to the rear of the building however this was never used, weather was only ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun,2024

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Brit Hotel Figeac
Brit Hotel Figeac
3 out of 5
Ceint D'eauLe Drauzou, Lieux Dit Le Drauzou, Figeac
The price is S$141 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
S$141
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Figeac. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Cap Nature Figeac and Hotel de ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (121 reviews)
Very clean, friendly hotel with excellent food
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Reviewed on 14 Aug,2023

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Nemea Appart Hotel Concorde Toulouse Gare Matabiau
Nemea Appart Hotel Concorde Toulouse Gare Matabiau
4 out of 5
16, Boulevard Bonrepos, Toulouse, Haute-Garonne
Stay at this 4-star residence in Toulouse. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,501 reviews)
"The room is very spacious and comes with a lot of amenities like microwave and kitchen utensils"

Reviewed on 19 Oct,2024

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Odalys City Toulouse Blagnac Aéroport
Odalys City Toulouse Blagnac Aéroport
4 out of 5
6 Place Marcel Dassault, Blagnac
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Blagnac. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (343 reviews)
"Excellent location in the proximity of the Blagnac airport. Acceptable room rates, very clean, snacks available 24/7."

Reviewed on 8 Nov,2024

Odalys City Toulouse Blagnac Aéroport
Citadines Wilson Toulouse
Citadines Wilson Toulouse
3 out of 5
8 Boulevard De Strasbourg, Toulouse, Haute-Garonne
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Toulouse. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (503 reviews)
"Convenient location midway between train station and downtown, with easy walking distance to both. Very nice staff. Coffee machine with free coffee all day. Had all the amenities I needed. Lots of restaurants nearby with lots of variety in cuisines. Food hall a couple of blocks away. Would happily ..."

Reviewed on 5 Nov,2024

Citadines Wilson Toulouse
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