Cycling holidays in Aveyron, Parc des Grands Causses
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Cycling holidays in Aveyron, Parc des Grands Causses
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Cycling tours in Grands Causses Nature Park
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| Three geologically very distinct landscapes in Parc des Grands Causses
Very light, light and Moderate tours in https://www.tourisme-aveyron.com/fr |
Cycling Tarn Valley, Between Albi and Millau
From Albi, the "pink city" with its stunning brick-built old center, the renowned Toulouse-Lautrec Museum, and the majestic stone-brick Cathedral, to Millau, nestled in the heart of the Parc des Grands Causses, your journey along the Tarn River is nothing short of magical. As you walk or bike through the steep-sided valley, you’ll feel as though you’re in the mountains, even though you’re down in the valley between two hilly plateaus that rise up to 700 meters. The Tarn River flows swiftly westward through this breathtaking landscape, also known as Vallée de l'Amitié—a warm and welcoming place perfect for hiking and exploration. To the east, the dramatic Gorges des Raspes du Tarn add to the adventure. Along the way, you’ll discover ancient castles in Brousse-le-Château, Coupiac, and St. Izaire, as well as charming villages like Ambialet and St. Rome de Tarn. For centuries, life and local trade have thrived in these picturesque settings, making your journey a true step back in time. Bike trips in Aveyron, Lozère and Tarn department From Millau, a pleasant small Mediterranean alike city, also the gateway to the better known canyons of the Gorges du Tarn and a centre for activity holidays, you'll start the Tarn Valley tours in Albi and bike upstream to the worlds highest viaduct. From the second half of June, the chirring sound of cicadas will go all along with you as if in Provence. |
Cycling Pays de Roquefort.
More pictures on Pays de Roquefort. South of the Tarn river, water acting on the limestone plateaux created caves, subterranean rivers, gushing springs. The most famous of the caves is now still used for the ripening of sheep cheese: Roquefort, king of cheeses, cheese of kings.
Pays de Roquefort also includes the Causse du Larzac with its restored Medieval Templars garrisons from where crusades set out in 10th-13th centuries, and the Redlands of Camarès with its Cistercienzer Abbaye de Sylvanès. St.Affrique, a small Southern town, is the starting place of many walks in this walking area. The landscape exudes peace and unspoiled natural beauty. Shepherds will be your only company during hours of walking. |
Cycling Gorges and Causses, French canyons: Gorges du TarnBiking Gorges du Tarn, Larzac and Cevennes More pictures of Gorges and Causses East of Millau: Where the Tarn Carves Its Masterpiece East of Millau, the Tarn River and its tributaries have sculpted four breathtaking canyons: the Gorges de la Dourbie, Gorges de la Jonte, Gorges du Trèvezel, and the iconic Gorges du Tarn. These dramatic gorges form the heart of the Grands Causses Natural Park, a paradise for hikers and cyclists seeking adventure and awe-inspiring landscapes. Here, 400-meter limestone cliffs rise above winding rivers, creating a rugged tapestry of plateaus—the Causse du Larzac, Causse Noir, and Causse Méjean. Along the way, marvel at natural wonders like the Grotte Rose of Dargilan and the surreal rock formations of Chaos de Montpellier-le-Vieux and Roques Altes. Your journey begins and ends in Millau or at the elegant Château de Creissels, where every step immerses you in the raw beauty and timeless allure of this wild, untamed land.
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| Dans le "Midi" du Sud-Aveyron
Discover the Authentic "Midi" of South Aveyron Far from the crowds, 700 km south of Paris, the Tarn River winds its way from the Cévennes through the wild landscapes of Lozère, Aveyron, and Tarn. Here, the true spirit of the French "Midi" comes alive: a land of sun-drenched mountains, towering limestone plateaus (Causses), lush valleys, and roaring rivers—the Tarn, Jonte, Dourbie, Lot, Aveyron, and Dourdou. This is a place of charming villages, not bustling cities, where traditional French cuisine thrives in family-run hotels, and every visitor is greeted with genuine warmth. La Ligne Verte is nestled in the tranquil village of Broquiès, in the heart of the Gorges des Raspes—a hidden gem within the Parc Régional des Grands Causses. This untouched corner of South Aveyron is a haven for cyclists, hikers, and birdwatchers, offering dramatic scenery and rich history. Explore the legacy of the Templars, medieval cloisters, and sacred pilgrimage sites, all while immersing yourself in nature’s grandeur. Your journey can begin in Albi, a picturesque city that serves as the perfect gateway to the Grands Causses Nature Park. Follow the Tarn Valley to Millau, a route that unfolds over 2 to 4 days by bike or 7 to 8 days on foot, revealing the soul of this extraordinary region. |
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