Bias brings together cultural history from more than one period: its attractions feature medieval sections of a castle, a 17th-century château, Romanesque architecture and contemporary art. There is also mill technology, blacksmithing and walking routes. If you are considering a stay in Bias, these varied highlights can help you choose which cultural sights to focus on in your plans.

Castle, château and church art

The oldest parts of the Château de Favols date from the 13th century. This fortified castle commands the crossing over the Lot and is listed as a historic monument. On guided tours, you can see the hall with paintings by François Peltier and Louise Guittard, as well as the castle courtyard; visits are by appointment only. So don’t plan Favols as a spontaneous stop: arrange a tour in advance if the castle and its paintings are among your priorities.

The Domaine de Senelles is a former small château dating from the 17th century. Its four exterior façades are extensively inlaid with faience and antique and modern porcelain. In total, there are more than 700 ceramic pieces of French, English, Belgian, Swedish and Japanese origin. In contrast to the fortified Château de Favols, the focus here is on the design of the façades. The Domaine underwent extensive restoration and reconstruction in 2024 and 2025. Guided tours are offered; check the current arrangements before visiting.

Notre-Dame de Bias also brings together different periods: the core of the church is Romanesque, and the western bell gable has three bells. The church also has a contemporary Stations of the Cross with 14 stations, created by François Peltier. The contrast between Romanesque architecture and contemporary art gives Notre-Dame a distinctive focus alongside the châteaux.

Mill technology and routes

The restored Moulin de Bias bridges architectural history and technology: following an old method, millstones made of flint grind flour, powered by a horizontal wheel. The mill also has a working forge and an exhibition of old hand-forged tools. Its focus therefore differs from that of the châteaux: here, it is all about flour milling and blacksmithing.

The “Bias, la balade de Senelle” walk starts in the car park in front of Bias town hall and connects the village centre with the Voie Verte du Grand Villeneuvois. Along the way, it passes the park of the house known as the “Château aux Assiettes.” Check local information about access and trail conditions before setting out.

At Pont du Martinet, there is a cycle path with a beautiful view of the Lot. This gives you two different activities to choose from: the walk connects the village centre with the Voie Verte, while cycling at Pont du Martinet centres on views of the Lot.

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For the broader travel overview: Lot Et Garonne.