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Millau

Occitanie, France · Europe

About Millau

Millau is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Saint-Georges-de-Luzençon, 29km from Gorges du Tarn.

Millau is a town located in Occitanie, France. With a population of 23,307, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Millau sits in France, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Paris time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Millau to your route.

About Millau

Millau (French pronunciation: [mijo] ; Occitan: Milhau pronounced [miˈʎaw]) is a commune in Occitania, France. Located at the confluence of the Tarn and Dourbie rivers, the town is a subprefecture of the Aveyron department. Millau is known for its Viaduct, glove industry and several nearby natural landmarks such as

Read more the Gorges du Tarn. The surrounding Causses are renowned for their pastoral traditions and cheese production, including Roquefort. In this regard, the region has been part of the Causses and Cévennes World Heritage Site since 2011.

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Where is Millau located?

Millau is located in Occitanie, France, Europe. The coordinates are 44.0997 latitude, 3.0785 longitude.

What is the population of Millau?

Millau has a population of approximately 23,307 people, making it a town in France.

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Quick Information

Population
23,307
Continent
Europe
Country
France
Region
Occitanie
Timezone
Europe/Paris
Coordinates
44.0997, 3.0785

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in France

Police
17
Ambulance
15
Fire
18
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Carrying a warning triangle and hi-vis vest in your vehicle is mandatory. Motorway emergency phones connect to official breakdown services only.

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Worth the detour from Millau

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

bridge

Millau Viaduct

World's tallest bridge - a stunning feat of engineering in southern France

5 km · about 10 min drive

natural wonder

Gorges du Tarn

A serpentine 50 km limestone canyon where the road and river twist past cliff-top villages and kayakers.

29 km · about 35 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Mont Aigoual

The highest summit of the Cévennes at 1,565 m, crowned by a weather observatory with vast horizons.

40 km · about 45 min drive

natural wonder

Cirque de Navacelles

A perfect horseshoe canyon carved by the Vis, with a tiny hamlet cradled in its abandoned river meander.

41 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert

A medieval pilgrimage village around a Romanesque abbey, hidden in a wild gorge of the Hérault.

55 km · about 65 min drive

bridge

Pont du Diable (Hérault)

A 11th-century 'devil's bridge' arching over the Hérault above emerald swimming pools in a sun-baked gorge.

58 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Millau

  • Right hereMillau ViaductWorld's tallest bridge - a stunning feat of engineering in southern France
  • 40 kmMont AigoualThe highest summit of the Cévennes at 1,565 m, crowned by a weather observatory with vast horizons.
  • 58 kmPont du Diable (Hérault)A 11th-century 'devil's bridge' arching over the Hérault above emerald swimming pools in a sun-baked gorge.

Driving in France

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.85/litre
Motorway tolls
~€10.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Millau.

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🇫🇷 France

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Saint-Georges-de-Luzençon

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8 km awayPop. 1,357

La Cavalerie

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12 km awayPop. 1,048

Saint-Affrique

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22 km awayPop. 8,548

Sévérac-le-Château

🇫🇷 France

25 km awayPop. 2,565

Salles-Curan

🇫🇷 France

25 km awayPop. 1,157

Meyrueis

🇫🇷 France

29 km awayPop. 1,084

Pont-de-Salars

🇫🇷 France

35 km awayPop. 1,515

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