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 ₹7,282 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹7,282
₹8,274 total
21 Jul - 22 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! (530 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
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 ₹6,174 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
₹6,174
₹7,056 total
22 Jul - 23 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! (684 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2024

Cit'Hotel Restaurant Bowling de Millau
Cévenol Hotel

Cévenol Hotel

3 out of 5
115 Rue Du Rajol, Millau
The price is ₹9,774 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹9,774
₹11,015 total
21 Jul - 22 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! (300 reviews)
"Was all good very nice"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Cévenol Hotel
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.
Camping RCN Val de Cantobre

Camping RCN Val de Cantobre

Domaine de Vellas, Nant, MIDI-PYRÉNÉES
Stay at this family-friendly chalet in Nant. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool.
"Très beau camping, calme propre et très boen équipé, superbe piscine et mobilhome parfait. Avons apprécié le calme et le bon accueil."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Camping RCN Val de Cantobre
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 Wi-Fi, 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 5 Mar 2023

Domaine Aigoual Cévennes
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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