Estaing Towns, Villages and Bastides in Estaing

Opening hours

Closed

  • Monday 09:30 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Tuesday 09:30 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Wednesday 09:30 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Thursday 09:30 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Friday 09:30 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Saturday 09:30 am - 12:30 am 02:00 pm - 06:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Opens at 09:30 am

Useful information

Location : In town

Province : Aveyron - Entre gorges et vallées Aveyronnaises

  • English
    • Estaing is a real gem, classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of France. Nestled in the north of Aveyron, at the foot of the Monts d'Aubrac and in the Lot Valley, this medieval village offers an enchanting setting and a turbulent history.


      Why visit Estaing?

      Its majestic castle

      Dominating the village, the Château d'Estaing is an unmissable historical monument. Property of the former President of the Republic Valéry Giscard d'Estaing, it bears witness to the importance of this family in regional history. Guided tours will allow you to learn more about its architecture and its past.


      Its Gothic bridge

      Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this bridge is a masterpiece of medieval architecture. It was once used as a passage for pilgrims to Santiago de Compostela taking the Via Podiensis.


      Its medieval village

      The cobbled streets, the stone houses, the Saint-Fleuret church... Everything combines to immerse the visitor in an atmosphere of yesteryear.


      Its geographical location

      In the heart of unspoiled nature, Estaing is a perfect starting point for trying out outdoor activities : hiking, bike rides, fishing, etc.

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Traveller Reviews Estaing

4.4 sur 5 33 reviews

  • Sumika Tsujimoto

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Sumika Tsujimoto on 19/08/2025

  • Philippe

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Philippe on 15/08/2025

    A peaceful, cool haven on the Camino de Santiago with a lovely little courtyard. A warm welcome and plenty of helpful advice. I was able to quickly explore the city without my backpack. I'd just forgotten it was August 15th.

  • Cristelle BEAUDOUIN

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by Cristelle BEAUDOUIN on 12/08/2025

    Thank you to this warm and sunny person. A most remarkable welcome with good tips. I recommend

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Estaing

Address

24 Rue François d'Estaing,
12190 Estaing

Contacts

Phone : 05 65 44 10 63

GPS coordinates

44° 33'17.24"N, 2° 40'19.36"E

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