Compolibat combines a hike with published details to Le Py and Les Igues, climbing routes at La Roche du Py and distinctive cultural landmarks. The Compolibat–Le Py–Les Igues route is listed as five kilometres, around one hour and 30 minutes, 110 metres of elevation gain and moderate difficulty. The GR62b, which connects Rodez with Villefranche-de-Rouergue, is another option. These different highlights give you a concrete basis for choosing Compolibat for a stay focused on hiking, climbing or heritage.
Hiking between a long-distance route and a local trail
Compolibat is on the GR62b, which connects Rodez with Villefranche-de-Rouergue. The Compolibat–Le Py–Les Igues hike is a route with specific details: it covers five kilometres, takes about one hour and 30 minutes, has 110 metres of elevation gain and is rated moderate. The information answers different planning questions: the long-distance trail places Compolibat on a named route, while the local trail specifies its length, approximate duration, elevation gain and difficulty. This helps you decide whether you are looking for a long-distance route or a hike with a stated distance and difficulty.
Climbing and other activity options
La Roche du Py adds climbing to the hiking options. There are about 30 equipped climbing routes, 8 to 25 metres long and in the low-to-moderate difficulty range. The climbing area is on the right bank of the Aveyron; from the Pont de Roquenoubal, the climbing routes can be reached via a path in five minutes. If you are weighing up hiking and climbing, you can compare the different details: for the hike, the focus is on distance, approximate duration and elevation gain; for the climbing routes, it is on number, length and difficulty range.
Compolibat’s intermunicipal leisure centre offers a fitness trail, children’s play equipment, tennis and volleyball courts, table tennis, a picnic area with barbecue grills, mini golf, outdoor bowling and an orienteering course. Alongside hiking and climbing, you can choose from other leisure activities in the village, including ball games, exercise and picnicking.
Landscape and architectural history
The Igues du Py et de Rouffiés are natural ravines formed by erosion in red clay; they are also known by the nickname “fairies’ path”. With erosion and red clay, the natural landscape offers a different focus from the architectural history of the bridge and church.
The Pont du Cambon was built in 1829 to plans by the parish priest of Compolibat, to transport limestone from the Villeneuve area to the SĂ©gala region. It was restored in 1999. The construction date, original purpose and restoration give the bridge a specific historical context.
Church, cross and stele
Compolibat’s church dates from the 17th century and has been altered several times over the past four centuries. Its unusual bell tower has four corner turrets. The church thus combines an early construction date with a clearly described architectural feature.
Near the Pont de Roquenoubal is a cross carved in 1807 in a naĂŻve style. Its shaft depicts a snake and a ladder. Opposite the village school stands a stele dedicated to Henri Mouly. Together with the bridge and church, these details offer different points of interest for a visit focused on local heritage.
An event in late June
A Midsummer bonfire and a storytelling walk are among the recurring local highlights in Compolibat in late June. If these events are important for your travel dates, check the specific date in advance.
Discover more destinations: Brommat, Saint-Geniez-D'olt, Veyreau, Mur-De-Barrez, Golinhac, Sainte-Croix, La Salvetat-Peyralès, Rignac.
For the broader travel guide: Aveyron.
