Exploring the Aveyron Department, Episode 504

Are you ready to uncover the hidden gems of the Aveyron? In this episode, Annie and Elyse dive deep into the captivating history and attractions of the Aveyron department.

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Learn about the mysterious Pénitents and their strange processions in Villefranche-de-Rouergue, the legendary Knights Templar, and the pilgrims walking the Camino in Conques. Discover why Rodez, with its impressive Musée Soulages, Musée Fenaille, and stunning cathedral, is an ideal base for exploring the region. We also take you to Roquefort-sur-Soulzon, the birthplace of the famous blue cheese, and Laguiole, renowned for its handcrafted knives. Explore charming villages like Najac, Estaing, Espalion, Sainte-Eulalie-d’Olt, Peyres, and La Couvertoirade, and marvel at natural wonders like the Gorge du Tarn and the Millau Viaduct. Join us as we reveal the culinary delights and cultural treasures that make the Aveyron a must-visit destination.

Table of Contents for this Episode

• Today on the podcast
• Podcast supporters
• Magazine Segment
• Annie and Elyse
• Aveyron Department, largest rural department
• Des Grands Causses
• Rodez, biggest city
• Routenois, the Celtic Tribes
• You need a car to explore Aveyron
• 10 Plus Beaux Villages de France
• Najac
• Villefranche-de-Rouergue
• Des Penitents Noirs, parade in Villefranche de Rouergue
• Le Trou de Bozouls
• Espalion and the Chateau de Calmont d’Olt
• Estaing
• Conques and Saint Foy
• Peyres
• Roquefort sur Soulzon and Cheese Visits
• Saint-Affrique
• Sainte-Eulalie and Stories about the Knights Templar
• Sainte-Eulalie-d’Olt
• Rodez
• Musée Fenaille
• Musée Soulages
• Pierre Soulages
• Laguiole where they make the knives
• Micropolis, the City of Insects
• Gorge du Tarn
• The Great Food Specialties of the Aveyron Departement
• Copyright

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