Gorges du Tarn, France

Gorges du Tarn

A deep limestone canyon with stone villages along a clear river.

  • May–Sep
  • Best by car
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Gorges du Tarn

Day 1

  1. MorningRent a canoe at La Malène and paddle down through the narrowest part of the gorge, the Détroits.
  2. AfternoonVisit the stone village of Sainte-Enimie, one of France's most beautiful villages.
  3. EveningHave dinner by the river in a village inn.

Day 2

Drive up to the Point Sublime viewpoint, or visit the Millau Viaduct.

What to eat

Roquefort cheese, from caves 40 minutes away, and aligot.

Local tips

Make the most of Gorges du Tarn

Beat the crowds

July and August are busy with canoes on the river. June and September are calmer and still warm.

Best photo spot

The village of Sainte-Énimie and the river bends from the road high above the gorge.

Getting there

Easiest by car. The gorge road runs along the river between Ispagnac and Le Rozier.

Don't miss nearby

The Millau Viaduct, one of the tallest bridges in the world, and the Causse Méjean plateau.

Good to know

Paddling down the river by canoe is the best way to see the gorge. Book ahead in summer.

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Plan your visit

Getting to Gorges du Tarn

Getting there

  • Rodez–Aveyron Airport (RDZ)75 km away
  • Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)175 km away
  • Montpellier90 km away
  • Avignon120 km away

A car is the easiest way to get here and to see the area around it. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeMay–Sep
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereBest by car
Stay1 night
CountryFrance

Questions

Gorges du Tarn: good to know

Is Gorges du Tarn worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. A deep limestone canyon with stone villages along a clear river.

How many days do you need in Gorges du Tarn?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Gorges du Tarn?

The best time to visit is May to Sep. July and August are busy with canoes on the river. June and September are calmer and still warm.

How do you get to Gorges du Tarn?

The nearest airport is Rodez–Aveyron Airport (RDZ), about 75 km away. Easiest by car. The gorge road runs along the river between Ispagnac and Le Rozier.

What is there to see near Gorges du Tarn?

Nearby hidden places include Montpellier (92 km), Pont du Gard (101 km) and Albi (112 km).

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