Rodez Destination Information

Rodez is a town in France that is situated in the Aveyron department. Find and compare cheap flights and hotel deals in Rodez.

Rodez is a town in France that is situated in the Aveyron department.  It is around 2 hours drive from the city of Toulouse, and is located at the base of the Massif Central.  The city has a long and distinguished history, and walking around its narrow alleyways can feel like stepping back in time.

Top Attractions

Cathedral

The Cathedral dominates Rodez, with its sandstone bell tower and statue of the Virgin Mary.  The Cathedral is floodlit at night and visitors taking a tour of the exterior of the Cathedral at night can purchase an audio tour to offer information.  Guided tours of the Cathedral are available during July and August, with the tours being conducted in French.

Fenaille Museum

The Fenaille Museum is a museum of history and archaeology situated in the centre of Rodez.  One of the major exhibits is a collection of Menhir statues.  There is also an activity hall, which offers involvement for all of the family. 

Festivals

There are several annual festivals held in Rodez.  In July of each year, a Medieval Market is held, where there are performances from characters including jugglers and musicians in traditional costume.  Also in July is the festival of Estivada, which offers free musical entertainment in the streets of Rodez.

Onet-le-Chateau

Onet-le-Chateau is a village in Greater Rodez and contains many castles, including Fontagnes, Canac and La Roquette.  One of the major attractions in Onet-le-Chateau is the Rodez Golf Course.  There is an 18 hole golf course, along with a 6 hole course for less experienced players.  Wonderful views of Rodez and the countryside are available from the golf course.

Conques

The World Heritage Listed Abbey of Conques is on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela.  The Sainte Foy Abbey is impressive and worth exploring, and concerts are performed there during July and August.  The village itself has been named as one of the Plus Beaux Villages de France.  Conques is around 30 miles from Rodez.

How to get there

The airport at Rodez is called Rodez Marcillac Airport.  Ryanair fly from London Stansted to Rodez, offering the only direct flights from the UK.  Flights are also available with Air France, travelling via Paris.  It is possible to travel to and from Paris by train. 

 

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