Aveyron, created for sports |
| The diversity of the landscapes, predominant nature, the water, air, land – all of the ingredients for the cocktail are there – Aveyron is a vast play field. The sporting opportunities are a major asset of the region. |
Hiking: Aveyron is a favourite location for hiking enthusiasts.
- On foot
: Aveyron has over 900 kilometres of backpacking trails and a network of shorter hiking trails.
- On bicycle
: For persons who prefer adventure in two-wheeled vehicle, there are many trails accessible to mountain bikes and bicycle touring.
- On horseback
: With more than 1,000 riding trails.
Winter sports
Three stations (Aubrac, Laguiole and Brameloup) attract lovers of winter mountain sports (cross-country skiing with 200 kilometres of marked trails, downhill skiing, showshoeing, skating, etc.).
In the air : Millau,
the hang gliding capital
In the water : with over 7,000 kilometres of water ways and large lakes, Aveyron provides the most enjoyable water recreation (swimming, canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing, water skiing, boating, etc.).
Fishing : With its superb lakes, rivers (Tarn, Lot, Aveyron, Dourbie, Viaur, Dourdou and Truyère), all fishing techniques are possible in Aveyron. |
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