Converted to a hotel in 1960, extended and redecorated in 1972, the Chateau de Creissels has an exciting past full of memories...
The chateau dates back many centuries; a legal decree from 801 mentions it. In the 12th century, when Creissels was proclaimed a Viscounty, it belonged to the great families of France. The 1st Viscount of Creissels was Raimond de Roquefeuil, an ancestor of the very rich Rockefeller.

The Chateau returned to the crown from 1589 (during the accession of Henry IV) to 1628, at which time the King handed it over to the people. Since then, this residence has often been handed down to the women of the families.
Over the centuries, the Chateau has undergone many transformations; however the salon, library, hotel reception, restaurant dining room (formerly the Guards Room) and the covered way make up the oldest part of the chateau, dating back to the 12th century.

The square tower was built in the 19th century after the fire of 1814 which destroyed two-thirds of the Chateau; the ramparts were raised to the terraced area, to hide the ruins of the section destroyed by the fire.
Over the years, the Chateau has welcomed many celebrities, including 2 bishops who, in the 19th century, had rooms at the chateau, their family residence and whose rooms still exist with period furniture. More recently, the famous singer-artist Emma Calvé stayed here, leaving behind some great memories.

The Millau viaduct (12) on the A75 motorway is one of the most notable constructions of the century. The highest point reaches 340 metres.

Websites to visit : www.roc-et-canyon.com , www.terres-cuites-raujolles.fr , www.bateliersduviaduc.com , http://www.ot-millau.fr