Château de Valon - Castles in Rouergue (Aveyron, Lot, Tarn, Cantal)

Visit the casle

The castle today

The site of Valon is impressive. It offers a sumptuous panoramic view of the "Gorges de la Truyère". Come in through the door- you enter into a universe of history, tales and legends. A staircase straight out of a fantasy tale.

Since the 12th Century, the feudal château de Valon, built like an eagle's nest on the rocky mound, has dominated the Gorges de la Truyère. This mediaeval site is classed as one of the most picturesque in the Aveyron. Traditional schist stone houses with lauze covered roofs overlook two magnificent valleys. The château is reputed for the tales recounted for children, the chapel, a symbol of silence and peace, and the keep, which takes on its full dimension when viewed from the inner courtyard. The château contains three beautiful superimposed rooms. A surprising staircase leads to the terrace, from which there is an enchanting view of the Gorges de la Truyère.

Facilities & Services

On-site facilities and services

Opening hours & Rates

Time table

- From 2026-04-04 to 2026-07-12Fermé le 1er mai - Sunday from 14:30 to 18:00 - Tuesday from 14:30 to 18:00 - Wednesday from 14:30 to 18:00 - Thirsday from 14:30 to 18:00 - Friday from 14:30 to 18:00 - Saturday from 14:30 to 18:00 - Bank holidays from 14:30 to 18:00

- From 2026-07-14 to 2026-08-16 - Sunday from 10:30 to et from to 18:00 - Tuesday from 10:30 to et from to 18:00 - Wednesday from 10:30 to et from to 18:00 - Thirsday from 10:30 to et from to 18:00 - Friday from 10:30 to et from to 18:00 - Saturday from 10:30 to et from to 18:00 - Bank holidays from 10:30 to et from to 18:00

- From 2026-08-18 to 2026-09-20Saturday 20 et dimanche 21 septembre : Journées Européennes du Patrimoine - entrée gratuite. - Sunday from 14:30 to 18:00 - Tuesday from 14:30 to 18:00 - Wednesday from 14:30 to 18:00 - Thirsday from 14:30 to 18:00 - Friday from 14:30 to 18:00 - Saturday from 14:30 to 18:00

- From 2026-10-20 to 2026-10-30 - Sunday from 14:30 to 17:00 - Tuesday from 14:30 to 17:00 - Wednesday from 14:30 to 17:00 - Thirsday from 14:30 to 17:00 - Friday from 14:30 to 17:00 - Saturday from 14:30 to 17:00