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Things to see in Conques-en-Rouergue (France): 24 places and when to go
Conques-en-Rouergue is a town in France, and this site lists 24 places in and around it, mainly History (10), Hiking (6), Temples (4). The best known are Abbey Church of Sainte-Foy, Château de Pagax and Château de Vieillevie. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 21 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 39. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- France · 44.5992, 2.3981
- Places
- 24 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (10) · Hiking (6) · Temples (4) · Nature (2) · Wildlife (2) · Hot springs (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- LYS Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, 246 km as the crow flies
What to see in Conques-en-Rouergue
The places in and around Conques-en-Rouergue, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Abbey Church of Sainte-FoyAbbatial church located in Aveyron, in France3 m
- Château de PagaxCastle in France10 km
- Château de VieillevieCastle in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France5.3 km
- Pont sur la Truyère (Entraygues-sur-Truyère)Bridge in France15 km
- réserve naturelle régionale des Coteaux du FelNature reserve in Occitanie12 km
- Château d'EntrayguesHistory14 km
- Château de SelvesCastle7.0 km
- Château de la MotheCastle12 km
- Église Notre-Dame du GuaChurch located in Aveyron, in France13 km
- Maison ValetteHouse in Entraygues-sur-Truyère, France14 km
- musée du VeinazesMuseum in France19 km
- Église Notre-Dame-des-MinesChurch located in Aveyron, in France12 km
- Combret - ConquesHiking5.4 km
- Domaine du FauProtected area19 km
- Église Saint-Amans-du-FortChurch located in Aveyron, in France14 km
- Le PontHot spring bath13 km
- MCVL7N : Montsalvy - CassaniouzeHiking12 km
- MCVL7S : Entraygues-sur-Truyère - VieillevieHiking7.1 km
- MCVL8N : Cassaniouze - Grand-VabreHiking7.3 km
- MCVL9 : Grand-Vabre - ConquesHiking2.3 km
- Mousses du RouergueBrewery13 km
- Puy-de-Wolf - GalganHiking14 km
- Swimming-pool of the campsiteWith kids13 km
- ThermesHot spring bath12 km
When to go to Conques-en-Rouergue
The best time to visit Conques-en-Rouergue is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:00
- FebPossible10:12
- MarBest time11:38
- AprBest time13:15
- MayBest time14:37
- JunBest time15:21
- JulBest time15:03
- AugBest time13:52
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:43
- NovPossible9:20
- DecPossible8:39
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 21 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 39. In April, 24 of the 24 places are at their best.
When to go to France in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Conques-en-Rouergue
The nearest main airport is Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS, Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône), 246 km as the crow flies. How to get around France (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Conques-en-Rouergue?
The best known: Abbey Church of Sainte-Foy, Château de Pagax, Château de Vieillevie, Pont sur la Truyère (Entraygues-sur-Truyère), réserve naturelle régionale des Coteaux du Fel. In all, 24 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Conques-en-Rouergue?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 21 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 39.
How do you get to Conques-en-Rouergue?
The nearest main airport is Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS), 246 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Conques-en-Rouergue as the destination and these 24 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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