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Campsite “Fargogne” is perfectly situated to discover some of the most picturesque French villages and towns.
The fortified village was built during the Middle Ages on a rock near the “Grévigne” forest. You’ll have to climb but the view on the top is extraordinary. Enjoy the charm of the old small streets.
This historic jewel is only 10 km away from the campsite.
This romantic town is situated in the middle of the Gaillac vineyards. Its history and heritage and the beautiful sites of this medieval strengthened town are astonishing. Every Friday morning there is a market on the “place des arcades” (arcades square).
This village with its two castles on the very top of a rocky hill dominates the river Aveyron. Its history and heritage, the wooden or stone houses, the towers and the gates will charm the visitor. Bruniquel is also a stop on the road to Compostela.
From the campsite it takes 10’ to reach Bruniquel by car.
This special and well-known town probably owes its name to its very narrow and steep streets. If you prefer, you can take a little train which leads you to the “Ciel” (heaven) or the top of the town.
From the campsite it takes 43’ to reach Cordes-sur-Ciel by car.
Situated in the middle of the “gorges de l’ Aveyron” with its deeply carved valleys, this town is the regional center of all kinds of activities in the wild nature, such as canoe-kayak.
You can also walk in the typical little streets where tens of artisans show their artistic skill. Every Sunday morning, between 7 and 13 o’clock, there is a farmer’s market in the medieval center. It’s one of the best markets in the region thanks to the many local vendors.
From the campsite it takes 25’ to reach Saint-Antonin-Noble-Val by car.
The Gaillac vineyards and its environment have multiple interesting sites to offer. Every Friday morning a market is organized in the historic center of the town. It’s the place to be for the gourmets.
From the campsite it takes 30’ to reach Gaillac by car.
This city boast a new fun and interactive city quest that is suitable for the whole family, where you find your way to the “maison du bonbon”. The “Ingres” museum is very valuable.
From the campsite it takes 30’ to reach Montauban by car.
A castle, a fortified medieval castle and a charming village – a true “eagle’s nest”. Steep little streets lead to the castle on the top. From there the visitor has an amazing view on the wild nature in the “Grévigne” forest and the Aveyron river in the valley below.
From the campsite it takes 21’ to reach Penne by car.
Albi with its magnificent “Sainte-Cécile” cathedral and the “La Berbie” palace where the art-lover can visit the “Toulouse-Lautrec” museum. On the river Tarn there is a possibility to sail on a gabar, a typical old boat.
Toulouse, named “la ville rose” or the pink city. The city is very important in the space industry.
Cahors, Rocamadour, and so many others.