Millau Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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 metres) 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 Centre. 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 kilometres) 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 holiday.

Hotel Campanile Millau
Hotel Campanile Millau
3 out of 5
ZA Cap du Cres Rue de Salelle, Millau, Aveyron
The price is £64 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£64
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Millau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Aquatic Centre Roger Julian and Causse Gantier ...
8/10 Very Good! (526 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 9 Sep 2024

Hotel Campanile Millau
Cévenol Hotel
Cévenol Hotel
3 out of 5
115 Rue Du Rajol, Millau
The price is £80 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£80
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Millau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (299 reviews)
"Was all good very nice"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Cévenol Hotel
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 £58 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
£58
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Millau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (680 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2024

Cit'Hotel Restaurant Bowling de Millau
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Maison Paisible Dans les Hauteurs de Millau
Maison Paisible Dans les Hauteurs de Millau
Millau, Aveyron
Stay at this holiday home in Millau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Millau Viaduct and Place du Mandarous are located ...
Excellente location
"Nous avons passé un superbe séjour dans cette propriété. L'endroit est très bien situé avec une belle vue sur le viaduc et il est également très calme. La maison possède tout le confort nécessaire et la piscine est top pour se rafraichir durant les chaude journées. Par ailleurs, le propriétaire est ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sep 2024

Maison Paisible Dans les Hauteurs de Millau
Beautiful duplex in detached house
Beautiful duplex in detached house
Millau, Occitanie
Stay at this apartment in Millau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Place du Mandarous and Place Foch are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Perfect for 2 People
"Located in a nice quiet neighborhood. Very clean. The host was good. We had no issue with the upstairs bedroom, but it could be an issue for more elderly guests."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Beautiful duplex in detached house
Gîte de Caractère
Gîte de Caractère
Peyreleau, Aveyron
Stay at this holiday home in Peyreleau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Gorges du Tarn and Maison des Vautours are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"Logement très bien situé, facile à trouver et tres bien équipé. Auberge en face avec une équipe tres sympathique"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Gîte de Caractère
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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