4 days in Rodez

I booked a flight to Rodez and I%26#39;m very undecided whether to stay there for the duration of our stay or book a hotel for two days in Estaing and the last two in Rodez.Can anyone tell me what are public transport like if we are not hiring a car? Or how much is taxi from the airport to Estaing? Thanks to anyone who can help. Gabry

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See you haven%26#39;t had a response, I%26#39;ll help as far as I can.

To fill 4 full days in the town limits of Rodez you need to be on a chill out, laid back, snails pace escape. The town has an interesting historic heart, with modern development at the other side of the bridge over a riven valley. But to fill all your time actively would be pushing it. Getting out into the attractive countryside would be good, or a second centre as you suggest. I haven%26#39;t been to Estaing but it is about 40km there, plus return, probably not a cheap taxi ride for a couple of days.

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Thank you so much for your advice, I had the feeling myself. I%26#39;ll probably stay in Rodez as a base and hire a car to explore the area. Even though we are very laid back, we enjoy walking, having some lovely meals and a few drinks at night and talk to the locals. Hopefully even just Rodez should offer that.

Thanks again.

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Hi, how did your trip to Rodez go - I would appreciate any hints - like is it far from the airport - suitable for kids - any hotels stand out as good - Ryanair are good value for flights, but I know nothing about the place !

I%26#39;d be grateful for any info.

Diane

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Hi Diane,

Sorry I can%26#39;t help you this time, I eventually cancelled my holiday in Rodez and had decided to go to Lanzarote instead. I was put off by the weather forecast, which at the time was predicting rain, and since we were only having a 4 days break opted for a sunny holiday. I%26#39;m still fascinated by that area of France and hopefully I will eventually visit it. It shoull be great for colture, food and scenery. Best of luck with it.

Gabry

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Would definitely encourage you to go to Rodez, but only if you like very laid-back provincial French towns with quaint medieaval buildings, good restaurants and small, welcoming hotels. I use the Ibis, which is cheap, clean, comfortable and central.

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