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Najac
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The medieval village and its towering hilltop castle overlook the gorges of the Aveyron. It is one of the "most beautiful villages in France".
Overview of Najac
The medieval village of Najac and its towering hilltop castle overlook the Aveyron Gorges. It is one of the "most beautiful villages in France".
Key details
- Type de lieu: village.
- Intérêt touristique: (worth seeing).
- Localisation: in the Aveyron department, south of Villefranche-de-Rouergue.
- Distances:
- Heure locale: .
- Population: 711 inhabitants (2014).
- Superficie: 53.9 km²
- Altitude: from 158 to 507 m.
- Site internet: http://www.tourisme-villefranche-najac.com
History of Najac
What to see and do in Najac
As is often the case in the region, beautiful medieval houses, narrow streets, a lovely church, and a small bridge over the Aveyron make up the village’s charm.
Royal Fortress of Najac
Perched dramatically on its rock, it overlooks the entire village and the surrounding gorges. It dates back to the 13th century.
Perched dramatically on its rock, it overlooks the entire village and the surrounding gorges. It dates back to the 13th century.
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Royal Fortress of Najac
★★ Perched dramatically on its rock, it overlooks the entire village and the surrounding gorges. It dates back to the 13th century.
Aveyron Gorges
★★ Pretty gorges that follow the course of the river of the same name for about 250 km.