Adventure and relaxation at Les Esfounzades in Avene

This getaway which is devoted to historical heritage, follows several trails and a path that is cut into the rock and leads you on the borderline of the Rougier de Camarès, an amazing patchwork of red ochre soils.From the village centre of Sylvanès take a small road (between the Town Hall and the restaurant) that leads to Maxels.In the hamlet, take the left path and ford the brook twice, walk the ascending path up to a trail intersection.Once you have ford across the brook again, take the left trail and walk around the Bataille farm to the right, the trail continues to rise. On the plateau, take the left trail that leads to the road and to the village of Gissac. Enjoy the scenic view over the Rougier de Camarès, the pic de Roste, the Merdelou and the Monts de Lacaune. Walk across the village of Gissac (castle and washing place are worth to be seen) and head towards the Montaigut castle on D105.At the exit of the village take right a bouissière that runs down towards the Moulin (formerly a fish farm). Walk across the Moulin and go for approximately 600 m up a small road.Before the hamlet of Douzou, take right a track, then at the junction of 4 trails take the one opposite which leads to the Besc hillside catchment reservoir. After the reservoir, take the left trail that gradually rises. Follow this main trail up to a hairpin bend on the right side.100 m after the hairpin bend, take to the left a recently completed pathway (be careful not to miss the trailhead). The path rises zigzagging through the woodland, crosses a 1st trail and joins a 2nd one which is to be followed on the left.Approximately 200 m after this intersection, leave the ascending path to the right and follow the contour line. The hike has already provided magnificent views over the Rougier and far in the distance, offered a first vision of the Montaigut castle. Keep walking up to a field, the logging road runs down to the left and goes along a 2nd field.You soon leave this path to take a track (cairn) which starts to the right of the field. This track crosses a trail and reaches the abandoned farmhouse of Gaujoux. After the farm, go ahead along the track that turns into a path and follows the contour line towards the Montaigut castle. Keep walking on the main path overlooking the Rougier. This path that crosses the Aigue Lebade ravine has been often hewn out of the rock.  The path goes along the plaster mill before reaching the Montaigut castle

"Le Guilhaumard", it’s a karst plateau like no other, a Larzacian islet on the edge of the department of Hérault. Its specific geology and climate make it an eden for botanists. A real discovery!1 - From the walkers’ car park, cross the track and take in front a rocky path, then, a path that, further, goes down to the farm of les Aires. Take it on left on 200m.2- Before the farm, turn right on the trail and go down to Sorgues.The Sorgues resurgence is just before the hamlet on the left (go and back).3 – Cross the hamlet and continue on the road on 2,5km. Turn left to La Mouline, pass over the Sorgues and then continue towards Saint-Rome-de-Berlières, on 800m.4 - Turn on the left hairpin road, ford the stream and continue on the dirt track. Turn left on a path in the middle of boxwood and juniper, then follow the shaded path which climbs and arrives on the plateau at the “Pas de Tirecul”.5 – On the plateau, (you can observe in spring and in the beginning of summer a lot of orchids), turn left and walk along the edge of the plateau  walking on tracks or old “caussenard” paths to join the Mas Raynal.6 – Take the road in direction of Cabanes. Before the hamlet, turn right on the track and follow it on 500m to reach the car park.

This  circuit somewhat physical , you can discover the foothills of the plateau of the Loubière. The return to the valley follows a beautiful single track route in the beech forest.On Main Street, take the road to your right which takes you on to the “Pont Vieux” spanning the river Sorgues. After crossing the bridge, cycle to your right for 50 m.1-    Take a rather steep ramp to your left that leads towards the farm of the Mas du Souquet.2-    Do not take the tarmacked road, but cycle onto the path that follows the contour line and runs to the farm of the Mas de Gély. Go around the farm to the right.3-     You will see a cross at the top of a law dry stone wall; carry on along this route towards the hamlet of la Batisse.4-    Go around the side of the sheepfold and head westward, then cycle up the 1.5 km path which leads to the top of the hill, rising to 730 m.5-    When you arrive at the pass, cycle onto the track which is between the lines of box trees (called a bouissière) that runs towards Vareilles.6-     At the base of two high fir trees, ride up the gentle slope to the right.7-    Take the left turn, and 100 m further follow on the path that runs down to Saint-Félix going through the hamlet of Saint-Caprazy on the way. This hamlet is a former Commandery and the origin of the existing village.

Across woodlands and causses, walk in the footsteps of the knights Hospitaller who over the course of their presence in southern Rouergue from the 12th to 16th centuries have left their mark on the landscape.In the village walk along the main street for 50m towards Cornus up to the point where the street begins to slope down. Take the path on your left that goes up the right side of the vale with a stream running through it. Carry along this path that gradually rises up to the plateau leading to a cross from which a beautiful view over the valley can be enjoyed. Keep on walking along the trail for 300 m up to the junction.At the intersection, take the trail to your right and 500 m further on turn left onto a sunken path up to Mascourbe. When you reach the road, walk to your right until you reach the Borie farm.A bit further on from the farm, leave the road taking the path that slopes up towards the plateau. Follow this path which turns into a forest road and leads to the Lacalm forester's house.Just before the forester's house take the path on your left that leads down to the valley.When you reach a small platform, turn to your right and make a detour to Notre Dame du Cayla chapel. From the chapel, walk back to the junction and carry on along a steep downhill track until you reach the D7 road which you follow until you reach Saint-Felix de Sorgues.

Calades (roads paved with cobblestone) and passes, beech forests and box trees, farmhouses and hamlets come one after another along the way towards the Loubière plateau which provides magnificent views over Saint-Félix and the forested landscape.From the car park, head for Saint-Affrique, following the “calade” (a road paved with cobblestones) which runs down to the left towards the river Sorgues. Keep walking to the left until you reach the Pont Vieux and cross it. After the bridge, turn right and carry on until you reach the watermill, then take the path rising up on the left hand side. You will reach a flat area where you can enjoy a very nice view over the village. You then come to a wide trail.Cross this trail and walk along to a small rest area. Carry on the path which snakes in and out the box trees and eventually reaches another trail. Follow this trail to the left, where you will walk past a house and reach the Mas du Souquet 200 m further on.You will see a stone cross on your right. Carry straight on for about 100 m, walk past the houses and take the right hand path that leads to the Mas de Gély, then on to la Bâtisse.Walk past the farm and follow a hair pin bend where you take a right hand ascending trail leading to a small pass (Sot de la Loubière – 723 m).When you reach the crossing of the trails, take the right hand fork and immediately after a left, which is a descending path through a splendid “bouissière” (a narrow passage defined by two rows of box trees) and a copse of beech trees. Walk past a spring that runs into a channel shortly before coming to the trail which leads to Vareilles.Follow this trail to the right for 50 m, before getting back on the path through a grassy area on your left. Return through the “bouissière” up to Saint-Caprazy which is an old stone built hamlet undergoing restoration works (wood turning workshop).After leaving the hamlet to the right, the path runs down to join a small tarred road which brings you back to the Pont Vieux.From the Pont Vieux retrace your way back to the car park.    

Over the course of an easy stroll, walk across the bridge over the Sorgues to link the old Commandery in Saint-Félix-de-Sorgues with the hamlet of Saint-Caprazy, throughtout a charming landscape.This circuit is part of the "4 chemins, 1 école" series which was carried out by the schools in the Sorgues valley in partnership with the CDRP and the municipal councils in the valley (Versols-et-Lapeyre, Saint-Felix-de Sorgues, Marnhagues-et-Latour).Park your car on the parking lot opposite the school, along the D 7 road. Leave the car park   towards the West and take the calade (a road paved with cobblestones) which slopes down Southward. Turn to the left, then to the right towards the bridge. As you cross the bridge, notice the old mill and the Metasequoia (a resinous tree planted along the left bank of the riverside).Take the path to the right then turn left in the curve to follow the ascending track. Make good use of a flat area to enjoy the scenic view over the village. Continue in the same direction through a few buissières (passages lined up with box-trees). During the spring and summer seasons, notice the numerous wild orchids. At the intersection, make a right turn on a descending trail. Leave the tarred track that slopes down to the right and ford the small brook.Before entering St Caprazy, take the right track. You can walk through this ancient hospitallers hamlet which houses the workshop of a wood turner. Carry on the communal path that runs along the hamlet, then walk downhill towards the North. Ford the brook and follow a rising path. Take the tarred track to the left, walk back to the old bridge to cross it. At the foot of the bridge, take to the left. Head towards the North-West, leave the calade to the right. Notice the old mill in front of which you pass. Follow the calade rising up between gardens (catch sight of pools called « sompes » which serve as a watering system). Walk across the D7 road and climb the stairs.Follow the rue du Revelin where remains of battlements of the ancient Hospitallers Commandery can be seen. Walk through the St-John gate, turn to the right and notice the village spring. Leave the Tourelle square to the right and walk down immediately to the righ (catch sight of a beautiful wisteria!)Walk down the stairs and take left towards the washing place. Carry on your way and leave one after the other two small roads sloping down to the right. Opposite the schoolyard, turn to the right and walk back to the carpark.

Following drailles (pathways used for the seasonal transhumance) and making your way through buissières (narrow passages between two rows of box trees) will allow you to experience the traditional routes of pastoralism. A hiking circuit providing you with the opportunity to discover an unusual small heritage building: la quille du berger.Take the path that goes on the left towards N.E. and carry on about 1.5 km along a beautiful “bouissière” (a narrow passage defined by two rows of box trees) an ancient path which was used to connect Mascourbe to Nonenque.The view of the plateau emerges and the path turns to the right, going S.E. alongside a fence. Walk to the edge of the plateau.Head towards the southwest among box trees and oaks. The path runs slightly uphill and provides very nice views over the Annou vale and the Nonenque abbey. The trail leads you out of the woodland.Keep on strolling along the edge of the plateau and enjoy the scenic view over the Sorgue valley and the surrounding hills and plateaus (Guilhaumard, Escandorgue, Espinouse, monts de Lacaune). Reach “the Shepherds Tower”, which is a very unusual stone building. Keep on walking along the edge of the plateau for about 700 m.Do not take left the path that runs downhill towards the Nonenque vale, but instead walk away from the plateau to take a track on your right that runs along to a path, that turns into a “bouissière” which leads to the hamlet of Mascourbe

This family stroll is perfect for exploring the right bank of the river Sorgues. As you walk along the schoolchildren's path and off the beaten tracks, you will discover the hidden treasures in Versols: the medieval bridge and the ingenious irrigation system in the village.This circuit is part of the "4 chemins, 1 école" series which was carried out by the schools in the Sorgues valley in partnership with the CDRP and the municipal councils in the valley (Versols-et-Lapeyre, Saint-Felix-de Sorgues, Marnhagues-et-Latour).Park your car on the parking lot by the riverside, opposite the former school. Take the D7 road to the left, towards the Northwest. Before the bridge, turn to the right in the Rue de la Ville. On the right-hand side, notice the castle which is open to the public during the summer season. Pass under the arch, which used to be the porch of the ancient battlements. Turn to the right and take an ascending street. At the Plo du Four, take a left turn and walk into the buissière (a passage lined up with box-trees).  Head your way towards Notre Dame du Cayla (right path is a direct route). At the intersection, take to the right and carry straight on. Enjoy the scenic view over the valley all along the path. A 50m long stretch of this path is poorly marked, and you should be careful not to enter into plots of land (to the right and then to the left). Also, notice on the left, the remains of old low stone walls. After your walking through a small oak wood, take the path to the left.At the hairpin bend, turn to the right and walk along the temporary brook. Reach a trail and take it to the right. Follow the old path to the left, notice the wall running along the right side. At the intersection, carry straight on along a broader trail to get back to the path. Observe to the left an old terraced vineyard. Get back to the road.Walk across the D7 road opposite the Cinzelles electric power station, and keep going to the right (towards the East). Catch sight of an old shelter on the right side of the road. Take the path sloping down to the Sorgues river to the left. Walk along the Sorgues up to the car park.

Take your walking stick and go for a stroll along the national forest of La Calm to reach a small Romanesque chapel which overlooks the Sorgues valley from the top of its rocky promontory.After the bridge, turn to the right, then after 50m take a left turn to follow the rue de la ville. Once you’ve passed through the arch walk uphill to the right, then to the left. After 100 m you reach the junction of Notre Dame du Cayla from where we will later walk back to our cars.Carry on your way on a gently rising path and reach another fork.Take a track to the right that turns into a rather steep and stony path. 200 m further on, on the right, leave this path that winds is way up to the Montgrand cross. Keep going until you reach the edge of the national forest. Walk along the edge of the forest to the right, then follow an alley to the left that runs up to the forester's house of La Calm.After the forester's house, take a winding trail to the right until you reach an intersection.Turn to the right towards Notre-Dame-du- Cayla chapel. Walk downhill to the right towards the ravine of La Calm. After three hairpin bends, cross the ravine and go to the right bank of the river where you reach an intersection. Keep going to the right on a gently rising path. Walk through the woodland area, then walk along the edge of the fields up to Versols.

This short and technical route offers to experienced mountain-bikers a beautiful ride and provides a great variety of terrain on both sides of the Versolet valley. Start your ride from the village of Versols. Cycle up the trail alongside the Verzolet stream passing a fish breeding farm on the way, until you reach its source in the catchment area.Ford the brook so that you are on the opposite side and take to your right a path which is lined with box trees and overlooks the left bank of the brook. You can now ride back downstream to the village of Versols.Versols: this ancient fortified village still has its original gateway and some remains of the old battlements at the center of which is the castle. The building was remodeled during the 15th and 16th centuries and holds a carved stone bearing the family Roquefeuil’s coat of arms.A 17th century painting, depicting Saint-Thomas putting his finger in Jesus’ wound, can be seen in the 16th century church.

The Maison multi-services offers a discovery area and tea room, and a store featuring local producers. The tasting room welcomes you to its discovery, cultural and tourist area for your gourmet breaks. A store lets you discover local craftsmen and producers. The tasting room offers breakfasts made with local products, gourmet breaks in natural colors (Audeline artisanal ice creams, local cookies, aperitif platter and artisanal beers, Jonte artisanal lemonades with peppermint or apricot, picnic baskets...). Summer 2024: we offer : - Frozen Wednesdays with the Gargantua offer, which continues into the evening. - crazy Thursdays with music, games and summer entertainment - and for weekends, sunsets, aperitifs or digestifs, each at their own pace.

The tasting room welcomes you for your gourmet breaks: breakfasts, picnics, gourmet breaks, local producers' store. The tasting room offers breakfasts made with local produce, and gourmet breaks in natural colors (local cookies, aperitif platters and craft beers, Jonte peppermint and apricot lemonades, Audeline ice creams, picnic baskets...). A boutique lets you discover local artisans and producers. New products in the store: sweet and savoury popcorn, buckwheat potato chips, homemade lemonades, ewe's milk ice cream. Summer 2024: we offer : - Frozen Wednesdays with the Gargantua offer, which continues into the evening. - crazy Thursdays with music, games and summer entertainment - and for weekends, sunsets, aperitifs or digestifs, each at their own pace.

Bramabiau is one of those grandiose and bizarre works of nature. A veritable cradle of French speleology, the tour is 1 km long and very accessible. Guided tour of around 1 hour along the Bonheur underground river. This is the place where cave enthusiasts are least likely to experience déjà vu. Temperature 10°C. Guided tour of around 1 hour along the underground river of happiness, after a 30-minute descent to the abyss. The guided tour provides an insight into the circulation of water in karst reliefs. 120 km from Uzés, the Bonheur underground river is located in the Aigoual massif. New installations reveal dinosaur footprints.

Le Dahu bar-restaurant is located in L'Espérou, close to Mont Aigoual and the Alti Aigoual ski resort. Here you'll discover regional cuisine in a warm, mountain setting. Bar-restaurant Le Dahu offers cuisine based on local produce. Wine bar and beer bar with a wide choice of beers. tel: 06 72 10 70 23

Maison du Parc national des Cévennes - Welcome and tourist information The Tourist Office is located in the Maison de l'Aigoual, just outside the village of l'Espérou (1 km) on the road to Mont Aigoual. The team can advise you on how to organize your stay. Outdoor activities, hikes and events offer you the chance to discover an exceptional area in the Cévennes National Park, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2013. The Tourist Office offers tourist information, documentation, registration for guided theme outings and the sale of specialist literature. The store offers products and objects related to the area: local and regional artists and craftspeople, hiking maps and guides, specialized books and much more. July and August: open daily from 9.30am to 7pm. May, June and September: open Monday to Saturday, 9.30am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 6pm, Sundays 10am to 6pm. April and October (until end of All Saints' vacation) + Christmas and February vacations: open Monday to Saturday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 2:00pm to 5:00pm, Sundays 11:00am to 5:00pm. Winter outside school vacations: open Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, 9:30am to 12:30pm and 2:00pm to 5:00pm, Sundays 11:00am to 5:00pm. Closed on December 25 and January 1. Our other tourist information offices: Valleraugue : valleraugue@sudcevennes.com Lasalle : lasalle@sudcevennes.com Saint André de Valborgne : beatrice.galzin@sudcevennes.com

From mid-July to the end of August, depart from the Alti Aigoual resort and explore the trails of the Aigoual massif on horseback, discovering marvellous landscapes. Ride through the Aigoual massif to the famous Mont-Aigoual or Lac des Pises... 1h30, half-day or full-day rides. A la carte tours available for groups of 5 or more. Opening Wednesday July 17, for riders comfortable with all 3 gaits for the first few days. Beginner rides from Saturday July 20, 2024. Reservations and information by phone: 06 81 62 50 35

The snack bar at the heart of the resort! The snack bar "Le Chalet" is the perfect place to warm up or recharge your batteries after a day on the slopes, with a tasty dish, a hot drink or a crêpe! After spending some time enjoying the snow, the snack bar "Le Chalet", in the heart of the resort, welcomes you to warm up and enjoy a tasty dish, a hot drink or a crêpe or waffle! For all the latest information, visit the resort's website: www.stationaltiaigoual.com/ Our selection: "Home-made" dishes: pizza, croque monsieur, Lozère pie, chestnut tiramisu, blueberry tart, or let yourself be tempted by the Aigoual tartiflette with porcini mushrooms, Lozère pie or our Cévennes sweet onion soup! Salle hors sac open for snacks: €3 per person.

Family-friendly mid-mountain ski resort on the slopes of the Aigoual massif. At the Col de Prat-Peyrot, multi-activities all year round: hiking, horse-drawn carriage rides, electric-assisted mountain biking, horse-riding, accrofilet. Winter season - altitude 1440 m: 13-hectare ski area. Exposures: northwest and south. All information on opening times, resort opening hours and webcams can be found daily on the resort's website: www.stationaltiaigoual.com Ski pass sales on site. - Downhill skiing 10 runs: 4 green (Sources 1 and 2, Ermitage 2 and 3), 3 blue (Ermitage 1, Cougourles, Tindelles), 3 red (Tindelles and Cougourles). 1 Family Parc: 3 modules on the Ermitage 3 track. the natural Cougourles, a red-rated run left in its natural state for committed skiers! (Beginners not permitted). - Nordic skiing: 50 km of marked and groomed trails. More than 50 kilometers of cross-country ski trails are marked at the resort. Some trails are even approved by the French Ski Federation to host national competitions! Some 20 kilometers are regularly groomed to ensure that everyone can enjoy the trails. - Snowshoeing, pedestrians, dogs, multi-activities: Not permitted on cross-country ski trails. 3 new loops from the heart of the resort are marked out for family fun in the snow, snowshoeing or other snow activities: the green "Sapinière" trail, the blue "Point sublime" trail and the red "Observatoire" trail. The latter is reserved exclusively for snowshoeing. Departure and arrival behind the buildings. - Tobogganing: 2 toboggan runs: 1 at the resort, 1 at L'Espérou. Le Chalet" self-service restaurant with menu and daily specials. Ample parking. Please note: no equipment rental at the resort; rental is available at L'Espérou, the last village before arriving at the resort. For information on road conditions, visit www.inforoute30.fr or www.inforoute48.fr

Immerse yourself in art and nature at Aigoual! This circuit reveals regularly renewed installations inspired by nature and the landscapes of Mont-Aigoual. A total of 12 works installed on an 8km loop. Les Balcons de l'Aigoual" land-art trail Here, artists portray the human/nature relationship and confront the climatic phenomena of the Aigoual. The works are therefore constantly evolving. Art inserted into nature returns to an essential source of artistic creation: observation and inspiration by nature. This itinerary allows visitors to cross different atmospheres and places, suggesting a sensitive and intimate approach to nature. Edition 2024: three new works on the trail: "Folies" by Elodie Cabos, "Rideau de pluie" by Yoann Crépin and "Regards" by Matthew Burton. Departure: Prat-Peyrot parking lot, Alti Aigoual station Duration: 2h30 Length: 8km Difficulty: easy Mountain bike access: possible Disabled access: possible on the ascent from Prat-Peyrot to Mont-Aigoual. The descent is on the GR6, access to which is limited to walkers. Elevation gain: 217m. Markings: a black circle and arrow on a yellow background. Access forbidden on the discovery path when snow-covered. Pets must be kept on a leash. The Aigoual summit walk extends to the Hort de Dieu arboretum, with the work of "France-Lan Lê Vu": "Avec mes yeux" ("With my eyes"). to Trèves, Lanuéjols and Saumane, communes which also feature emblematic Cévennes landscapes. These works are all accessible by footpaths or beautiful cycling routes. "Les Balcons de l'Aigoual à Trèves": two works are on offer in the pretty village of Trèves, on the banks of the Trèvezel river: "Ondulations" by Céline Pialot and "Mirage, entre chien et loup" by Sandrine Le Maguer; "Onde" by Jeanne Bourrat in Lanuéjols and "Refuges" by Steven Onghena in Saumane. The free brochure is available from our tourist offices or can be downloaded from the Destination Parc national des Cévennes website: Les Balcons de l'Aigoual La Filature du Mazel, an artistic and cultural factory, is behind this land-art trail: www.filaturedumazel.org

In the Cévennes National Park, on the banks of the river, the Auberge Cévenole welcomes you for an authentic, gourmet experience! In summer, enjoy our terrace or veranda by the river, or in front of the fireplace in winter. Easter lunch on Sunday March 31 and Monday April 1, on reservation, see menu in the downloadable documents opposite. A haven of peace in a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Auberge Cévenole is close to the start of the legendary "4000 steps" trail leading to Mont Aigoual and its Climate Observatory. In the warmer months, you can enjoy the coolness of the river and the many shaded hiking trails. In winter, you can relax by the warmth of the fireplace after visiting the "Alti Aigoual" ski resort, just 20 minutes from the Auberge. You'll enjoy traditional, gourmet cuisine, accompanied by a selection of local wines.

This is a dry-stone construction called Quille or Tour de berger (Shepherd's Tower), on which shepherds used to stand to watch over their flocks. These towers are also a form of artistic expression of the shepherds, in which the shape of a cone, is superimposed on the piles of stones resulting from destoning.  Some of them are built in gneiss or schist and can be seen on the Lévezou plateau.

This village, built halfway up the hillside, still has the remains of its former battlements: gate, tower with gothic openings, and old dwellings.

The village was a Commandery ruled by the Hospitaller Order of St John of Jerusalem. It is built midway up the slope and the remains of the battlements are still visible today: along with a gateway, a tower with gothic openings, and ancient houses…North of the village is a walking route called “le circuit des Hospitaliers” which is marked with yellow P.R. signs, and allows bikers on peak form to extend their ride: this 12 km-long walking route is rather strenuous but provides lot of fun and some nice panoramic viewpoints.

Saint-Caprazy is mentioned as a parish and community in a document dating back to 1026 AD and is an important historic landmark in Saint-Félix. Around 1150, Gaubert de Saint-Caprazy became the first commander of Saint-Félix of the Order of the Knights of Saint John of Saint-Félix, who retained ownership of the property and suzerainty for over 6 centuries.The domain includes 7 buildings: dwelling house, barn, sheepfold, chapel, and so on…

The Mascourbe dolmens are parts of the ”Treilles” group. This name comes from the cave located next to the Treilles farm in Saint-Paul des Fonts where these Grands Causses “builders” hail from. They were also famous for working with copper and for their astonishing trepanations (making small openings into the skull). There are at least three dolmens located in Mascourbe.This megalith is a simple dolmen with a covering stone, sidestones, but without a headstone.

The Mascourbe dolmens are parts of the ”Treilles” group. This name comes from the cave located next to the Treilles farm in Saint-Paul des Fonts where these Grands Causses “builders” hail from. They were also famous for working with copper and for their astonishing trepanations (making small openings into the skull). There are at least three dolmens located in Mascourbe.Not much is left of this ruined dolmen apart from two pieces of the covering slab and a fragment of a sidestone lying flat on the ground.

The Mascourbe dolmens are parts of the ”Treilles” group. This name comes from the cave located next to the Treilles farm in Saint-Paul des Fonts where these Grands Causses “builders” hail from. They were also famous for working with copper and for their astonishing trepanations (making small openings into the skull). There are at least three dolmens located in Mascourbe.The covering stone is broken into two pieces and the headstone has a trapezoidal shape.

Established on the ground floor of the presbytery adjoining the church of Saint-Paul-des-Fonts, the botanical space is dedicated to the life and work of the canon Hippolyte Coste who shared his life between the duties of his ministry and his passion for botany.This rouergate of modest peasant origins, which has been nicknamed "le curé des fleurs" (the priest of the flowers), knew how to rise in the yard of the greatest botanists by realizing in particular the remarkable and masterful «Flore descriptive et illustrée de la France, de la Corse et des contrées limitrophes» (1901 – 1906) which constitutes its masterpiece, known and still recognized today at the European scale.With this museum Saint-Paul-des-Fonts becomes an unmissable destination for all those who wish to learn by discovering the botanical wealth of the Larzac and Aveyron.Open from april to septembre. Free entrance.

The cirque of St-Paul-des-Fonts is a semi-circular natural cirque formed by karst erosion.

The Roquefeuil family lived here over a period of eight centuries, from 1250 to 1810, the date on which the owning family had to sell the castle. The building was then sold to different owners and part of it was converted into a farmhouse. Then in 1962, a couple from the Roquefeuil family bought back the stronghold.The castle and the whole of the old village were included in a walled area called a castrum which spread out between the Sorgues and the Verzolet rivers. The castrum was originally composed (11th century) of only a small castle that was later extended during the 13th or 14th century to protect people from the clashes during the One Hundred Years War.

Sheltered by century-old chestnut trees, the restaurant on the square in the characterful village of Dourbies offers simple, generous cuisine that can be adapted to suit your tastes, as well as daily takeaways. At the back of the Cévennes cathedral, adjoining the pétanque court and children's play area, our bar-restaurant in the village square of Dourbies invites you to dine on its shaded terrace sheltered by ancient chestnut trees, with a magnificent view over the countryside. Our cuisine: Traditional family-style, local charcuterie, rotisserie, grilled meats, spit-roasted meats, dietetic vegetarian cuisine, themed meals. Daily takeaway as well as sandwiches and picnic baskets. In summer (July and August), open every day. Off-season (May - June and September - October), open every day except Monday. Winter season, open every day except Monday, weekdays closed after lunch service (3pm) and weekends (Friday and Saturday) open for lunch and dinner.

The Maison multi-services offers a discovery area and tea room, and a store featuring local producers. The tasting room welcomes you to its discovery, cultural and tourist area for your gourmet breaks. A store lets you discover local craftsmen and producers. The tasting room offers breakfasts made with local products, gourmet breaks in natural colors (Audeline artisanal ice creams, local cookies, aperitif platter and artisanal beers, Jonte artisanal lemonades with peppermint or apricot, picnic baskets...). Summer 2024: we offer : - Frozen Wednesdays with the Gargantua offer, which continues into the evening. - crazy Thursdays with music, games and summer entertainment - and for weekends, sunsets, aperitifs or digestifs, each at their own pace.

The tasting room welcomes you for your gourmet breaks: breakfasts, picnics, gourmet breaks, local producers' store. The tasting room offers breakfasts made with local produce, and gourmet breaks in natural colors (local cookies, aperitif platters and craft beers, Jonte peppermint and apricot lemonades, Audeline ice creams, picnic baskets...). A boutique lets you discover local artisans and producers. New products in the store: sweet and savoury popcorn, buckwheat potato chips, homemade lemonades, ewe's milk ice cream. Summer 2024: we offer : - Frozen Wednesdays with the Gargantua offer, which continues into the evening. - crazy Thursdays with music, games and summer entertainment - and for weekends, sunsets, aperitifs or digestifs, each at their own pace.

Refined cuisine prepared by professional chefs in a restaurant decorated with humorous frescoes. You'll be welcomed in a family atmosphere. Our restaurant specialties include truffade au bleu des causses, local produce, Aveyronnaise cuisine and local specialties, all accompanied by garden vegetables. Hotel, Restaurant, Bar Tabac. Terrace with 30 seats. Out of season, closed on Sunday evenings and Mondays. Annual closure from early November to early April.

Ideally located on the village square in Lanuéjols, the café/restaurant "La Bonne Adresse" welcomes you all year round in a modern, outward-looking setting. Enjoy a breathtaking view of village life from our large terrace in summer, and the warmth of our large bay windows in winter. Menu: Come and enjoy our menu or à la carte dishes, or have a drink. Groups welcome. Menu Menus Starter + main course + dessert + coffee - €16.90 Starter + main course + coffee - €14.00 Main course + dessert + coffee - €14.00 Dish of the day + coffee - €12.00 Children's menu - €10.00 Charcuterie and cheese boards Wine list Air-conditioned dining room Groups of up to 60 people welcome BROADCASTING OF MATCHES AND SPORTING EVENTS. FREE HIGH-SPEED INTERNET CONNECTION. Throughout the year, we offer musical evenings, belote competitions, broadcasts of major sporting events, and the chance to relax over a game of cards or a board game. EVENTS SUMMER 2024 : - EVERY FRIDAY JULY + AUGUST 2024 LA BONNE ADRESSE café - restaurant ️ (30) LANUEJOLS Every Friday JULY + AUGUST - 6.30pm Pétanque competition (doublet) Registration 5€/team competition A+B + BRASUCADE OF MUSSELS HOMEMADE FRIED MUSSELS on site or to take away 12.00€ Reservations recommended on 04.67.68.97.09 or lanuejols@gmail.com - SUNDAY 14 JULY LUNCHTIME LA BONNE ADRESSE café - restaurant ️ (30) LANUEJOLS To mark the July 14 farmers' market, La BONNE ADRESSE is offering a special lunchtime menu to eat in or take away: HAM ON THE SPIT Grenaille potatoes Home-made dessert 17.00€ Reservations recommended on 04.67.68.97.09 or lanuejols@gmail.com - TUESDAY JULY 30 EVENING Karaoke evening Special menu to eat in or take away STUFFED SQUID Rice pilaf Home-made dessert 18.00€ Reservations recommended on 04.67.68.97.09 or lanuejols@gmail.com

Situated in the village of Lacze, this restaurant serves a complete and miscellaneous menu, with pizzas, roasted meats, delicious burgers and a lot more. Use of high quality local products, with Italian PDO ingredients. Situated in the village of Lacze, this restaurant serves a complete and miscellaneous menu, with pizzas, roasted meats, delicious burgers and a lot more. Le Fief restaurant uses high quality local products, with Italian PDO ingredients, to make your experiment an authentic and tasty cuisine. Le Fief welcomes you in a friendly and cordial atmosphere, whether you come for a quick meal, a family dinner or a night between friends.

Le Dahu bar-restaurant is located in L'Espérou, close to Mont Aigoual and the Alti Aigoual ski resort. Here you'll discover regional cuisine in a warm, mountain setting. Bar-restaurant Le Dahu offers cuisine based on local produce. Wine bar and beer bar with a wide choice of beers. tel: 06 72 10 70 23

At lunchtime, you can sample our specialities or simply enjoy a refreshing drink: fast food, set meals and daily specials. Groups possible on reservation. For a full meal or just a snack, Sylvie and Fabien welcome you to the center of the village of l'Espérou, under the watchful eye of Nounours, the wood-carved bear who has become the village mascot. On the terrace or in the dining room, depending on what's available, come and sample our specialities: entrecôte with aligot, salad with warm goat's cheese and homemade bread... The fries are homemade too! We serve from 12 noon to 2pm for lunch, and from 11am to 5:30pm for drinks and snacks (don't hesitate to come and try our homemade chocolate or chestnut cream crêpes - some say they're worth the detour). Groups welcome on reservation. Takeaway and/or desserts available on reservation. (Evening or on-site reservations or by phone on (0)4 67 82 60 05 or by sms on (0)6 71 93 93 30. Reservations by phone on (0)4 67 82 60 05 or +33 (0)6 71 93 93 30.

Located in the heart of the village of Labastide Rouairoux, the restaurant Le Dolmen offers every noon a traditional cuisine in a family atmosphere.

The snack bar at the heart of the resort! The snack bar "Le Chalet" is the perfect place to warm up or recharge your batteries after a day on the slopes, with a tasty dish, a hot drink or a crêpe! After spending some time enjoying the snow, the snack bar "Le Chalet", in the heart of the resort, welcomes you to warm up and enjoy a tasty dish, a hot drink or a crêpe or waffle! For all the latest information, visit the resort's website: www.stationaltiaigoual.com/ Our selection: "Home-made" dishes: pizza, croque monsieur, Lozère pie, chestnut tiramisu, blueberry tart, or let yourself be tempted by the Aigoual tartiflette with porcini mushrooms, Lozère pie or our Cévennes sweet onion soup! Salle hors sac open for snacks: €3 per person.

Opening 29/04/2020 > 27/09/2020 Just 900 metres from the centre of Millau, bordered by two rivers, the Tarn and the Dourbie, Huttopia Millau campsite welcomes you on a beautiful 4 ha site for a natural stay in the capital of open air sports.

We have the pleasure to welcome you in our renovated XIXth century house, combining ancient and modern, located near the green way, in the middle of the black mountain.

Fully renovated and furnished holiday home for 14 people, just outside the village, 1 minute from the leisure centre. Situated at an altitude of 620 metres, in the Hautes Terres d'Oc, your holiday at Saint-Pierre de Trivisy in the Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park. You'll love the friendly locals, the leisure centre ideal for children (and adults too!), the first-class rivers for fishing, forest walks, hiking trails... In the village, you'll find all the shops you need for your holidays, a wellness and spa centre open all year round, a leisure centre with a water park, water slides, Aventure Parc (tree climbing) and lots of entertainment in summer... Fully renovated and furnished holiday home sleeping 14. For families or groups of friends, it is located at the entrance to the village, on the road to Lacaune, just a minute's walk from the leisure complex. Enclosed garden, terrace Ground floor: - large living room opening onto a single-storey terrace at the rear, equipped with a wood-burning stove, - fully-equipped kitchen (traditional oven, microwave, combined fridge-freezer, extractor hood, dishwasher... ) with comfortable dining area, - laundry room opening onto outside terrace with washing machine, ironing board and iron - wc 1st floor: - 3 bedrooms, each with double bed (140x190), - large bathroom with bath and shower, hairdryer - wc 2nd floor: - 2 bedrooms, each with double bed, - bedroom with 2 single beds (90x190) and 2 bunk beds (90x190), - 2 toilet cubicles with shower, - wc A small games house with a multi-games table (table football, billiards, table tennis and table hockey), board games and toys for the children. External electric car charging point. Le Grand Hortensia can be rented in a smaller format (ground floor and 1st floor only), a gîte for 6 people, Le Petit Hortensia (reference G1746 on Gîtes de France).

Comfortable accommodation in the heart of a typical hamlet in Bouisset Lasfaillades, between Anglès and Castres in the Tarn. Stopover or holiday gite located between Sidobre, Monts de Lacaune and Montagne Noire, less than 300 metres from the GR 653 Way of St James. In Bouisset Lasfaillades, between Anglès and Castres in the Tarn. Our St Jacques gite is located in a charming and peaceful little hamlet in an unspoilt natural setting at an altitude of 700 metres. Set in undulating countryside between Sidobre, Monts de Lacaune and Montagne Noire, this gîte will give you the chance to relax away from the noise and bustle of the city. The village of Lasfaillades, crossed by the GR 653 Pilgrim's Way to Santiago de Compostela, offers great walking and mountain-biking opportunities just a few kilometres away. Nearby, you can also take advantage of the small lake and picnic area less than 300m away. Self-contained gîte (sleeps 8/9), located in the centre of the hamlet less than 300 metres from the GR. Ground floor entrance with terrace and garden furniture. Ground floor: fitted kitchen with large dining table, toilet and shower room, lounge with seating area, laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer. First floor: 3 bedrooms (3 single beds), (2 single beds), (1 double bed + 1 single bed), shower room and WC. The gite also has a garage. Television and small library available. Grassed area, car park and barbecue are also available next to the gîte. Pilgrim gite with half-board available on reservation.

Opening 24/04/2020 > 04/10/2020 Holidays in the heart of the Tarn Gorges with views over the river! Huttopia Gorges du Tarn campsite with its swimming pool is ideally located for swimming, open-air sports, and exploring the Cevennes.

A family story...in Occitania since 1991. Magali and Julie welcome you to the Ecuries de la Sabatarié in the Tarn, an equestrian farm with various accommodations. Para unas vacaciones en la naturaleza al aire libre, en compañía de ponis y caballos, la yurta de madera puede alojar a una familia de 4 personas. Sidobre#Tarn#Naturaleza#caballo#poni Le invitamos a una escapada en un hábitat insólito: auténtico, sorprendente, ecológico... para una noche, un fin de semana o una estancia corta. Venga a recargar las pilas y a redescubrir la energía que nos ofrecen la Naturaleza y las personas que viven en ella... Un regalo insólito para un fin de semana romántico... o una escapada familiar para un máximo de 4 personas. Regala a tus seres queridos una noche en una yurta de madera. La yurta incluye 1 cama de 160 y 2 literas de 90, una cocina americana y aseos secos, una estufa de leña para calentarse. Está situada en una gran terraza de madera en medio del bosque. Te gustará : - La calma del lugar - La naturaleza que lo rodea - Las actividades ecuestres con ponis o caballos - El senderismo en el cercano Sidobre.

Quiet, Relaxing, Clean, Family, Welcoming, Warm : our customers describe us as such. If that suits you, come and put your suitcases. Heated swimming pool, Trampoline, Inflatable game, Snack, Hiking, Greenway, Mountain biking…will enhance your stay. Are you looking for a beautiful ‘green’ campsite in quiet surroundings were you can enjoy the culture and sportive environment, you are welcome on Camping LESTAP, far away from stress. Located in the middle of the Park Haute Languedoc, at 1 km from the little village Albine, close to all important access roads, we welcome you to stay on Lestap and enjoy the half shade pitches laid out in terraces with stunning views and our swimming pool. At the border between the Tarn, L’Aude and L’Herault, and only one hour from the Mediterranean coast, you will be surprised by the richness in nature and history from the Montagne Noir. Swimming Pool from 01/07 to 03/09 Bathing-Place from 01/07 to 03/09 Bar Or Refreshment Bar from 15/06 to 03/09 Restaurant or Takeaway Meals from 01/07 to 27/08

Gîte d'étape in the heart of the Cévennes National Park, south of Mont Aigoual, between Cévennes peaks and valleys, an immense wilderness awaits you. On foot, by bike, by motorcycle...for a stopover or a holiday, you're welcome at mas Corbières. This typical Cévennes mid-mountain hamlet is perched at 600 meters altitude, at the end of the Notre Dame de la Rouvière valley, in the Cévennes National Park, classified in 2018 as an international starry sky reserve. It offers a 180° south-facing view, terraced meadows inviting you to relax, a river for swimming, and a wide variety of hiking trails. Antoine and Gabrielle have been welcoming you here for 30 years. Both mountain guides, they can advise you on your hiking projects, family reunions, artist residencies and training courses. You can enjoy the nearby river, or rent a pack donkey for a day or more, and take a guided hike. Mas Corbières is a calm, enchanting place in the heart of nature, ideal for a change of scenery, a recharge of batteries and a creative outlet.

Vast comfortable lodging in the Regional Natural Park of the High Languedoc at 600 meters of altitude. Panoramic view of the Montagne Noire. Located at the start of footpaths and VTT. 5 minutes from the Golf and all shops.

Near the village of St-Amans Soult, the home of Marshal Soult, welcome during school holidays, football field and sports board. Free management provided that a person is entitled to use professional kitchen equipment. Near the village of St-Amans Soult, the home of Marshal Soult, welcome during school holidays, football field and sports board. Free management provided that a person is entitled to use professional kitchen equipment.