Discover Saint-Amans-Des-Cots on the Plateau de la Viadène

Saint-Amans-des-Cots lies on the Plateau de la Viadène in the Parc naturel régional de l’Aubrac. When planning your trip, you can choose from a range of interests: sacred art and crafts, an easy hike, or the landscape around Lac de Maury.

Church Art and Local History

The church of Saint-Amans-des-Cots dates from the 15th and 16th centuries. Its features include a Romanesque portal and a comb-style bell tower with five bells. Four bells from Saint-Amans date from 1636 to 1780; a bell from Cassou dates to 1777. During interior restoration work in 1996, a large altarpiece was also discovered in the church. It dates to 1626 and is signed by Ludovicus Gomez. These different dates give the furnishings a concrete connection to local history.

The Musée d’Art Sacré is located at the rear of the church and presents the three churches in the municipality: Touluch, Saint-Juéry, and Saint-Amans-des-Cots. Visiting arrangements may vary by season; check opening hours in advance if you plan to visit.

Collections, Crafts, and Regional Products

Minér’Aubrac presents a mineral collection featuring geological treasures from the surrounding area and from around the world. It offers a perspective that ranges from local geology to specimens from a broader geological context.

In the town center, Coutellerie de la Draille operates a workshop and shop. Workshop visits are possible in small groups; check the current visiting arrangements in advance. A regional food product also has a specific connection to its production site: Ferme de la Borie Haute sells Laguiole fermier AOP, a cheese made from raw whole cow’s milk. It is produced and aged on site in a natural cellar carved beneath the rock. Check the days when it is sold before your trip.

Hiking and the Lakeside Landscape

The easy Les châtaigniers hike connects Saint-Amans-des-Cots with Montézic and passes through typical farms of the Viadène. Along the route, Pic du Castel offers panoramic views over the Truyère gorges, the Aubrac, and the Cantal. If you plan to hike, check the current trail conditions before setting out, as the route is subject to trail maintenance.

Lac de Maury is a V-shaped reservoir on the Selves and Selvet rivers, at the foot of the Aubrac Plateau. Fishing is possible there year-round; as fishing regulations may change, check the current rules in advance. A boat makes it easier to get around, while access to fishing spots on the shore is often difficult. Base de loisirs des Tours rents pedal boats, canoes, stand-up paddleboards, and boats. Its operations may vary by season; check the arrangements for your travel dates.

When choosing between these nature-based activities, what matters most is the activity itself: Les châtaigniers offers an easy hike with panoramic views, while Lac de Maury is suited to fishing and involves often difficult access to fishing spots along the shore. This can help you weigh land-based and water activities according to your interests.

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