Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rodez
Gothic pink sandstone cathedral with an 87 m bell tower, one of the tallest in France.
Rodez, France
Rodez: airports, things to do and where to stay
Rodez, capital of the Aveyron, stands on a hilltop dominated by its pink sandstone cathedral. It is the hometown of the painter Pierre Soulages and a good base for exploring the region's villages and gorges.
Rodez airports
From the airport to central Rodez
Rodez-Aveyron airport is about 10 km from central Rodez.
Taxi
There is no regular bus to the airport, so a taxi or a hire car is the best option. Central Rodez is about 15 min away; booking ahead is advisable.
Rodez
Things to do in Rodez
Musée Soulages
Museum of weathering-steel cubes devoted to Pierre Soulages, the painter of black.
Musée Fenaille
Archaeology and history museum with Europe's largest collection of statue-menhirs.
Place du Bourg
Old-town square lined with historic houses, lively on market days.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Rodez?
Rodez is served by Rodez-Aveyron (RDZ).
How far is the airport from central Rodez?
Rodez-Aveyron airport is about 10 km from central Rodez.
How do I get from the airport to central Rodez?
From Rodez-Aveyron airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Rodez?
Highlights of Rodez include Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rodez, Musée Soulages, Musée Fenaille, and Place du Bourg.
Photo credits
- Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rodez: Krzysztof Golik, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Musée Soulages: Calips, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Musée Fenaille: Krzysztof Golik, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Place du Bourg: Krzysztof Golik, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons