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The keys to Figeac

Discover Figeac at your own pace by following our discovery trail, ‘Les Clés de Figeac’. With the help of 30 numbered markers, this illustrated map provides a complete itinerary for exploring Figeac at your own pace. Step by step, a fascinating history and a town with its noble and captivating architecture will unfold before you.

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Le circuit des clés de Figeac Place Champollion
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Malika Turin

26 monuments to look out for

The discovery trail consists of:

30 key points marked by directional signs showing you the way

26 monuments described, which can be located by their addresses and which showcase all aspects of Figeac’s architecture

photos illustrating some of the town’s most iconic monuments

A walk lasting approximately 1½ hours

a walk at your own pace

puzzles for children

This printed guide is available for 30 centimes from the Tourist Office or as a digital version on the ‘Lot, balades & Patrimoine’ app.

The Keys to Figeac

The children’s keys

Today, you’re going to explore the town of Figeac in a fun way! You’ll find the route you’re going to follow in the document your parents have given you. At some of the stops along the way, you’ll have to solve some puzzles, so pay close attention! Inside the document, there are some surprises waiting for you: colouring pages and a poster you can put up in your bedroom. We’ve even provided the coloured pencils! So, are you coming to play with us?

Children’s Keys

Galiot Hotel, Genouillac

A little riddle...

My first is the opposite of small; my second is a row of shrubs bordering a field; my third is used for eating soup; my whole is a title held by Galiot de Genouillac between 1525 and 1546, which made him one of the most important lords in France.

ɹǝʎnɔƎ puɐɹ⅁: ǝsuodǝɹ ɐꞀ

Instructions for use

INSTRUCTIONS

The signs featuring keys, starting from the Tourist Office, serve as your guideposts and show you the way. The keys are all numbered.

The location of each key is shown on the town map you are holding. The signs are either integrated into the town’s street signage or stand alone. Along this stunning route, look out for the remarkable buildings. They are illustrated with photographs.

ACCESS

To obtain a printed copy of the brochure, visit the Figeac Tourist Office, located on Place Vival.

CONTINUE YOUR EXPLORATION

Continue exploring Figeac by joining a guided tour – either a general or themed tour – with our qualified tour guides. They know the town inside out and are familiar with every detail of its history.

Let your children take part in the workshops for 7–14-year-olds – fun activities that will enable them to discover Figeac’s heritage whilst playing

The ‘Circuit des Clés’ collection can be found in many other towns and villages: Assier, Cajarc, Capdenac-Gare, Capdenac-le-Haut, Cardaillac, Faycelles, Lacapelle-Marival, Marcilhac-Sur-Célé and Thémines.

Key circuits