The historic and archaeological site of Jalenques comprises castle ruins, several houses, a bread oven and other traces of the past. A footpath of approximately 500 m leads there from the car park on the D524. Visits to the site last around 1 to 1.5 hours; they can be organised as required for groups of 10 to 30 people.
Anyone choosing Quins as a holiday destination will want to find a holiday apartment there.
Culture and history
The Romanesque chapel of Saint-Vincent de Lugan, which has been restored several times, was restored in 1643 and 1960. The “Reconstitution d’une épicerie d’antan” creates a vintage atmosphere with a collection of household objects from the 20th century.
The game “Eliette à Saint-Clair de Verdun” can be played with a downloadable clue booklet and is only available during the opening hours of the Chapelle Saint-Clair de Verdun. The Saint-Clair de Verdun site is accessible all year round, and group visits are possible by arrangement. The site was also accessible all year round in the past; group visits were possible by arrangement.
Landscape and trails
The Table d’orientation de Lugan offers sweeping views over the valleys of the Ségala and several picturesque villages, including Quins, Sauveterre de Rouergue, Gramond and Naucelle. Along the “Oreilles en balade” trail, you can listen on your phone to stories from residents about the Ségala and the chapels of Quins.
La Ferme des Andes offers a circular route with llamas lasting approximately 1.5 hours and starting at the farm.
Events
La Quinsoise is an annual public hike with a long route of 15 km and a short route of 11 km; in the afternoon, a joint 9 km route follows.
The annual “Fête des Jardins” festival in Jalenques offers guided tours of the Château and its rescue and restoration work.
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