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Cultural visits in millau and neighbourhoods

Sciences & discovery  Walks  Traditions and specialities 

In the heart of the natural regional park of the grands causses...

La graufesenque

La graufesenque


  2 kilometers from Millau, in the alluvial plain of the Graufesenque archeologists have found the remains of a gallo-roman settlement called Condatomagus, that was the important centre for the production of its characteristic glazed-red terracotta tableware.

Roquefort cheese caves

Roquefort cheese caves


  At Roquefort there is a network of underground caves where the famous « king of cheeses » is refined.
  Visit of the caves and cheese-tasting all year round.

Micropolis, the world of insects

Micropolis, the world of insects


  Situated in the village of Jean-Henri Fabre and inspired by the film « Micrcosmos » the World of Insects will introduce you to what it feels like to be an insect.

La couvertoirade

La couvertoirade


  In a sheltered spot in the heart of the Larzac you will find this exceptional mediaeval village, home to the Knights Templar and Hospitaller over 7 centuries.

Noria water world

Noria water world


  In a converted former water-mill on the Dourbie river the Water-World of St Jean de Bruel will teach you many things about water.

Millau museum

Millau museum


  It is the only glove and leather museum in France ! By the way..what do you know about a plesisaurus,.. and Samian ware, a « hot hand » ? not much ? Well then, run along to Millau’s Museum and find out.

Sylvanès abbey

Sylvanès abbey


  Founded in 1136 by the seigneur Pons de l’Héras this cistercian abbey is now an internationally reknowned cultural and religious centre.

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