Hidden in the heart of the Roquefort country, along the Rance and Dourdou valleys, the statues-menhirs get us back in 3500-2500 b.c. Sculpted or engraved on their paving stones, wearing necklace or waist belt, they raise their mouthless faces, keeping their origins secret. By car or on foot, go and find those 49 mysterious characters. You can ask for a leaflet in the Tourist Center. Information on 05 65 99 29 13.
- The dargilan grottos
On entering via the natural entrance, you'll reach one of the hugest underground rooms in France (140 m. x 50 m. x 25 m.). You'll enjoy making a tour inside of this vast cavity dug in the heart of all types of vibrant and naturally colored crystallisations (stalactites, stalagmites,...). The second part, a former underground bed river, shelters the most important grotto's concretions : 2000 m² calcite streams (unique in the world), majestic columns, crystalline lakes,... After spending one hour underground, you'll be the witness to a breathtaking show : a panorama on the "Gorges de la Jonte". www.grotte-dargilan.com
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-Sylvanès abbey
Located in the south of Aveyron, in a preserved natural environment, the former Sylvanès abbey, which was founded in 1136 by a reborn bandit, has become in 30 years an important place for culture, art and spirituality. As an international center of cultural and musical meetings, the abbey offers during 9 months a package of activities : singing training, pictorial art, conferences, spiritual meetings, shows for the young audience and families, artistic practical workgroups for school groups, cultural trips. Fare and schedule
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- Roquefort cellars
- Pastoralia, the ewes' world
As an extra visit to the Roquefort cellars, Pastoralia, in Saint-Affrique, welcomes you in the Lacaune milk ewe breeding world. In a former sheepfold (which is now magnificently restored), you'll have a guided tour to know everything about the breeders work and the ewes' life in the farms. During the visit, thanks to interactivity, all your senses awake. Games for children. Pic-nic site. www.pastoralia.com
- The Millau viaduct
World record heigth, with 13385. 83 inches pylons, 96850. 4 inches. high, the Millau viaduct (with 2 double-tracks) touches slightly the Tarn Valley in only 9 points.
Free tour 7/7 days from 10.00 a.m to 5.00 p.m. Guided tours only on booking at the Tourist Center : 05 65 60 02 42.
- Millau museum
Traditional industry for the Millau skin and gloves. Exceptional local collection of geology and prehistory and Gallo-roman pottery from the Grauffesenque. Temporary exhibition opened all year long from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. and from 2.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m.