A short walk from the centre of Millau, at the confluence of the Tarn and the Dourbie, La Graufesenque is one of the most important Roman archaeological sites in southern France. From the first century AD this was a major centre for the production of terra sigillata — glossy red-slip tableware that turns up in Roman sites across the empire.
The excavated remains include kiln complexes, potters' workshops, and a small sanctuary. A modern interpretation centre on site explains how the kilns worked and displays examples of the finished ware, much of it stamped with the maker's name. Open most of the year, with longer hours in summer. Combine with the Musée de Millau in town, which holds the major finds.