Day trips
Updated: 4 days ago
CANOE TRIPS
A canoe trip along the Tarn is a wonderful activity. The river features a few fun rapids and sees very few people on the water. The gentle current makes for a relaxing trip. Packing a picnic guarantees a lovely day out on the water. You can rent canoes in Trébas (which also offers stand-up paddleboards and electric bikes) or in Le Broc. The route from Le Broc includes an exciting canoe slide right from the lock!
VILLAGES & CASTLES
By car, you can visit numerous picturesque villages featuring Early Romanesque churches, abbeys, and medieval castles. Below are photos of the village of Brousse-le-Château, as well as the castles of Coupiac and Montaigut. History has left its mark on this region in many ways, with menhirs, dolmens, and tombs dating back to the Neolithic period, alongside fossils and footprints from the age of the dinosaurs.
NATURE RESERVES AND SCENIC AREAS
Driving in this region is a true pleasure: traffic is light and the landscapes change quickly. If you drive toward Roquefort (famous for its ewe's milk cheese) and Millau (known for its iconic viaduct), you will pass through "le Rougier," a area famous for its striking red soil.
We live in the Vallée du Tarn, but driving a bit upstream brings you to the Raspes du Tarn. With its steep rock faces and charming villages, it offers a truly unique atmosphere. A little further along lie the Gorges du Tarn, another spectacular landscape. That area is also home to the fortified Templar towns, such as Sainte-Eulalie, Saint-Jean-d'Alcas, and La Couvertoirade.
ALBI
The center of Albi is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The birthplace of Toulouse-Lautrec can be reached from here via a magnificent route along the Tarn. With its museum, spectacular cathedral, covered market, and beautifully restored inner city, it is well worth a day trip, including for a spot of shopping. We provide a map with a lovely walking route for you to take along.
MUSEUMS
For a day indoors, there are plenty of outings to choose from. Options include the museum featuring works by Toulouse-Lautrec in Albi, the Micropolis insect museum for all ages in Millau, or the Musée Soulages in Rodez, showcasing key paintings by the world-famous artist. You will also find many smaller museums tucked away in the surrounding villages.
