Decazeville Towns, Villages and Bastides in Decazeville

Decazeville is a town in Aveyron with a particularly rich history, marked by industry and processing.

An important industrial past

• Birth of an industrial city : Decazeville was born in the 19th century around the exploitation of coal and steel industry. It developed rapidly around these activities, leaving indelible traces in its landscape and architecture.
• A unique heritage : today, Decazeville has managed to preserve part of its history. You can visit the open-cast mine, the mine headframe or the industrial and mining heritage museum.
• Gustave Moreau's Stations of the Cross : The Notre-Dame de Decazeville church is home to a unique artistic treasure : a Stations of the Cross painted by Gustave Moreau. This symbolist work is listed as a Historic Monument.

Decazeville today

• An artistic revival : beyond its industrial past, Decazeville has become a dynamic city where street art has found its place. Many colorful frescoes embellish the walls of the city, giving it a contemporary and original look.
• A natural area : hiking enthusiasts can explore the surrounding trails and discover varied landscapes.

Decazeville is a welcoming town that receives many pilgrims every year on the road to Santiago de Compostela.