Millau

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Photo provided by © ATOUT FRANCE/Patrice Thébault
Photo provided by © ATOUT FRANCE/Patrice Thébault
Photo provided by © ATOUT FRANCE/Patrice Thébault

Drive over the world's tallest bridge, visit historic buildings and purchase this southern French town's famous leather products.

Millau's standout feature is its road bridge, the tallest in the world. The monumental structure is just one of the many reasons to spend some time in the southern French town. Nestled in a wide valley in the Mid-Pyrenees and surrounded by white cliffs, Millau is also a great place for hiking and biking. Inside the town, find historic buildings and workshops selling leather goods that the town is renowned for.

Whichever way you approach Millau you are bound to see the Millau Viaduct. The cable-stayed bridge stands at 1,125 feet (343 meters) and has pylons that are taller than the Eiffel Tower.  Study this impressive feat of engineering from several viewpoints. One of the best vistas is from the Jardin des Explorateurs in the Viaduct Espace Info Center. This building also has a museum that charts the bridge’s history.

Venture into the town and you will discover the Square Tower of the Kings, a 12th-century tower built for King Alfonso II of Aragon. Other historic buildings include the Church of Notre-Dame de l'Espinasse, also from the 12th century and the 18th-century Ayrolle Washing House. 

Trace more of the town's past when you visit Millau Museum. Examine fossils and view archeological relics from prehistoric and Roman eras. The museum also explores the history of Millau's leather and glove industry. The town has been a major leather manufacturer since the Middle Ages and it continues to this day. Look out for high quality leather goods in some of the boutiques and leather tanning workshops. Break up your tour of the town with a stop in one of the cafés on the Place du Mandarous, the main square. 

Whether you want a leisurely stroll in the countryside or a strenuous mountain hike, head for the Grands Causses Regional Park. There are 1,850 miles (3,000 kilometers) of marked hiking trails.

Millau has good road links with the rest of the country and is a lovely place to stay overnight on a drive through France, or for a longer vacation.

Cit'Hotel Restaurant Bowling de Millau

Cit'Hotel Restaurant Bowling de Millau

3 out of 5
33 Chemin de Salleles, Centre Commercial du Cap du Cres, Millau, Aveyron
The price is P4,288 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P4,288
P4,895 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Millau. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (686 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2024

Cit'Hotel Restaurant Bowling de Millau
Hotel Campanile Millau

Hotel Campanile Millau

3 out of 5
ZA Cap du Cres Rue de Salelle, Millau, Aveyron
The price is P4,246 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
P4,246
P4,848 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Millau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Aquatic Centre Roger Julian and Causse Gantier ...
8/10 Very Good! (534 reviews)
Hôtel et personnel agréables pour un petit budget.
"Accueil très agréable de la part du réceptionniste. Chambre en étage comme demandé, lit grand et trés confortable ainsi que les oreillers. La télévision est un peu basse mais ça n'est qu'un détail, salle de bain avec baignoire. Double porte d'accès à la chambre. Par contre les cloisons sont minces. ..."

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2024

Hotel Campanile Millau
Cévenol Hotel

Cévenol Hotel

3 out of 5
115 Rue Du Rajol, Millau
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,861 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
P6,861
P7,726 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Millau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (302 reviews)
"Was all good very nice"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Cévenol Hotel
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Domaine Aigoual Cévennes

Domaine Aigoual Cévennes

3 out of 5
Ayres, Meyrueis, Lozere
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Meyrueis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Grottes de Dargilan and Abime de ...
Lieu tres sympa meme en hiver
"Sejour tres agreable appart fonctionnel, bien placé, bien placé. Endroit tres propre, personnel disponible, chaleureux.et accueillant ! Petit bmole pour la literie ! Canapé lit plus que trop vieux, lit qui grince+++ au moindre mouvement."

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2023

Domaine Aigoual Cévennes
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