Holidays in the Cévennes

In the south-east of the Massif Central, the Parc Naturel des Cévennes offers space, freedom and adventure in a unique, particularly rich natural environment, looked after by its permanent inhabitants who are fiercely protective of their remarkable ecological heritage.

The only Natural Park in mainland France which extends into mid-altitude mountains, the Cévennes offer the promise of long walks or hikes in some of the only parts of France left untouched by man. The carefully protected biodiversity has amazing wildlife which continues to flourish thanks to intelligent management of tourist activity.

The area offers numerous activities : water sports, mountain biking, extreme sports and winter sports. You can also make the most of your stay in this natural haven of peace to recharge your batteries and enjoy the benefits of nature by taking part in fitness activities or having treatment at a thermal spa.

There is no shortage of cultural activities in the Cévennes with many museums, castles and places of interest including the Cathedral of Saint-Jean-Baptiste and Fort Vauban at Alès, so you can apply the age-old adage of « a healthy mind in a healthy body » strictly to the letter !  

Round off your programme for a relaxing holiday in a natural environment with some gourmet specialities from the Cévennes like honey, chestnuts, cheese, white onions, lamb and local wine.

‘Garrigues’ scrubland runs from the edge of Montpellier and the Mediterranean to the Cévénnes. The landscape is marked by villages with lots to see, from prehistoric civilisations to medieval fortifications, splendid Romanesque buildings to humble cottages.