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Rodez

On the Occitanie Rail Tour

Discover Rodez

Perched on a hill 120 metres over the River Aveyron, Rodez is dominated by its splendid red sandstone cathedral. The town enjoys a panoramic view from the Monts d'Aubrac to the foothills of the Cévennes, and the steppe-like Causses to the green hills of the Ségala region.

Rodez has become a must-see destination, attracting visitors from all over the world, since the opening of the Soulages Museum, dedicated to the works of Rodez's wunderkind, the master of Beyond Black.

Must-see

Monuments, private mansions, museums, ... Discover the highlights of the capital of the Aveyron.

In Rodez, you'll enjoy: 

  • Climbing to the top of the cathedral's belfry to admire the exceptional panoramic view over the town and surrounding area.
  • Sampling local specialities such as the tripou, aligot with sausage or farçous in one of the many restaurants in the old town centre.
  • Treating yourself to scrumptious afternoon snacks at Café Bras, an extension of the Soulages Museum.
  • Discovering unknown artwork at the Denys Puech Museum of Fine Arts

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