A page of links to more information about all of the destinations in our Tour Itinerary, plus some ideas for nearby places you may want to visit on your own.
Repeat links to places and events included in the Tour Itinerary:
Villefranche-de-Rouergue, the medieval Bastide town and host of the Festival.
Les Fleurines, the hotel where we are staying.
Cordes-sur-Ciel, a hilltop fortified town, on the way between Toulouse and Villefranche-de-Rouergue.
Gourmet Night Market, Place Saint-Jean in Villefranche-de-Rouergue every Sunday in the summer.
Conques a medieval town that was a major stop on one of the pilgrim routes to Santiago de Compostella. More about Conques. 1hr northeast.
Abbaye Loc Dieu A beautiful abbey, 15min west.
Belcastel, a riverside village of outstanding beauty. More about Belcastel and Rodez. 40min east.
Chateau de Belcastel, the restored castle in the village.
Le Vieux-Pont, Michelin-starred restaurant in Belcastel.
Chateau Bournazel, a restored Renaissance chateau which hosts a music festival, 40min northeast.
Chapelle des Pénitents Noirs, one of our venues, just steps from the hotel.
Eglise des Augustins, one of our venues, a 6-minute walk from the hotel.
Collégiale Notre Dame, one of our venues, the big church in the market square, a 3-minute walk from the hotel.
Villefranche-de-Rouergue Market Day, happening every Thursday since the 13th Century.
Sauveterre-de-Rouergue, an unspoiled Bastide town, 45min southeast.
Le Sénéchal, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Sauveterre-de-Rouergue.
Albi, a medieval city, 1hr 15min south.
Bishop's Palace in Albi.
Toulouse - Lautrec Museum in Albi.
Najac beautiful Bastide town built on a ridge. Castle. Lots of shopping. More about Najac. 30min south.
Lescure-Jaoul Marche Gourmande, a unique opportunity to walk 14km through winding countryside, uphill and down, with stops for drinks, appetizers, and a meal. Bring a headlamp as the last half is after sunset!
Other destinations to consider:
Figeac A medieval town. 40min north.
Foissac prehistoric caves in Figeac. 40min north.
Villeneuve d’Aveyron A medieval Bastide town. 15 min north.
Le Vieux-Pont, Michelin-starred restaurant in Belcastel.
The Aeroscopia in Toulouse. 1 hr 40 mins southwest.
La Couvertoirade A gloriously preserved Templar town. More about La Couvertoirade. 2hrs southeast.
Cahors primarily for its medieval bridge. 1hr west.
Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, a medieval gem clinging to the cliffs above the Lot River. 50min west.
Gaillac the wine-producing part of this area. 1hr 20min south, on the way to Toulouse.
Château du Colombier a restored medieval castle, a gorgeous garden, and an animal park. 1hr northeast.