Rodez

It is enjoyable to experience the open-air markets that are held in Place du Bourg on Wednesday morning or in Place du Sacré Coeur on Friday and Saturday afternoon. There, you’ll have the opportunity to chat with the local farmers and sample the special flavours of the region. Also, every Saturday on Place d’Olmet, the clothing market is worth a visit if you're looking for inexpensive and original items.

Behind the cathedral there is another shoppers' paradise, a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll and shopping break while visiting the old town. If you walk through the narrow alleyways that connect Place de Bourg, Place de la Cité, Place de la Mairie and Place Reynaldi, you will find plenty of specialist shops and clothing boutiques for all ages.

All the chocolate-lovers out there need to stop by this lovely shop when in Rodez. Discover their delectable macarons (the best ones you will find in town), but also their chocolate creations and just forget about calories for an afternoon.

What could you do during a rainy afternoon in Rodez? One great option could be checking out this colourful bookstore. Choose a book and lose yourself in an adventurous novel or consider buying a French grammar book and start learning the basics.