At an altitude of 800m, Mur-de-Barrez is located between the Monts Cantal moutain range and the valley of the Lot. It lies in the heart of landscapes with contours that are at times impressive but always stamped with an indefinable emotion, and where picturesque villages, churches and castles will charm you.

Mur-de-barrez was once a fortified place, the stronghold of the Comté de Carladez and former kingdom of the Princes of Monaco. Its traditional buildings with the basalt walls and "lauze" slate roofs will definitely arouse your curiosity, along with the gorges and lakes.