LA ROQUE SAINTE MARGUERITE

14 km from Millau
Altitude: 404m
Population: 176


This village, with its houses built in terraces on the mountainside, is situated along the Dourbie river and the ravine of riou Sec. The Dourbie is well-known for the quantity of fish in its waters. The village is dominated by a 17th century castle and machicolated tower and is appreciated for its pleasant atmosphere and unique natural setting. This is also the departure point for the site of Montpellier le Vieux, an unusual group of rock formations.