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Domessargues walks
Circular route through the heath between Domessargues and Boucoiran
A beautiful hike through the wild heath between the villages of Domessargues and Boucoiran, along marked trails.
Magnificent views of the surrounding villages and the Cévennes foothills.
Between vineyards and forests, a thousand-year-old juniper tree around Castelnau-Valence
A lovely hike, preferably done in spring to avoid the summer heat. A fine balance between shady paths in charming oak forests and open areas mostly in vineyards. The thousand-year-old juniper tree alone is worth the trip, such is its majesty.
Springs and woods around Vézénobres
A lovely, easy walk through the woods, allowing you to discover the charming village of Vézénobres, the springs that supply it with water, and beautiful views of the Cévennes. The entire walk follows marked hiking trails.
The Sculpted Rocks at Saint-Chaptes
This short route through the village of Saint-Chaptes in the Gard allows you to discover the rocks sculpted in open garrigue and also gives you a view over the village, its old narrow streets and its castle.
From Montmirat to the Bois de Lens
A hike mostly through forest, under the canopy of the Bois de Lens.
Throughout the walk you'll experience stunning scenery.
You'll also discover the Pielles Roman quarry, Macassargues caves (which were occupied by Neanderthal man), the pre-Roman sanctuary of Mabousquet (1st century BC), the Clunisian abbey of Jouffre (3rd century) and the Castellas de Montmirat (11th century).
Circuit via the priory of Jouffre (or Jouffe)
This hike will take you through the hills around Montmirat in the Courme Valley to the ridges of the Lens woods and the promontory of the church of Jouffre (also spelled Jouffe).
Cabane viewpoint and return via Deves
An easy family hike offering a variety of paths through heath, vineyards and woodland. In some places, there are beautiful views of the Cévennes mountains with Mont Aigoual in the distance. Hikes with little elevation gain for a lovely family outing.
Route in Gardonnenque in Saint-Mamert-du-Gard
This walk allows you to discover part of the Gardonnenque region located north-west of Nîmes.
Between vineyards and heath, you will pass through four villages: Saint-Mamert, Parignargues, Gajan and Fons. On the hilltops, on a clear day, at the Saint-Mamert mill, you can enjoy a 180° panorama from Pic Saint-Loup to Mont Bouquet, via Mont Aigual and Mont Lozère. In the foreground is the Bois des Leins massif.
The Camisards' Cave from Euzet
Small circuit around Euzet, to discover the Cave or Baume des Camisards.
Pretty villages and beautiful countryside between Uzès and Nîmes
This is a simple hike with little elevation gain, just over 20 km, so it's a bit challenging but still accessible to many. Above all, it's a very pleasant hike. Starting from Euzet-les-Bains, this route takes you through Saint-Hippolyte-de-Caton, Saint-Étienne-d'Olm, Saint-Cézaire-de-Gauzignan, Saint-Maurice-de-Cazevieille and Saint-Jean-de-Ceyrargues. Between each village, you will pass through pleasant countryside with fields and woods.
Along the Bourdic river in Aubussargues
A short, shady walk for most of the way. You'll discover a variety of landscapes. Paths full of flowers and scents of different types of wood, freshness and proximity to the river.Ideal for groups or families. Be careful between (7) and (8), where you walk on the asphalt road.
The Clos de Gaillard nature park
A beautiful 13 Km walk in the scrubland of Nîmes during which you will discover beautiful views of the Cevennes, magnificent capitelles and the Mediterranean vegetation: pines, cedars, fig trees, olive trees, strawberry trees, holm oaks, kermes oaks...
From Russan to the Saint-Nicolas bridge via the Gardon gorges
This summer hike will allow you to discover a little-known part of the Gardon Gorges as you walk along its bed in a sumptuous and wild setting. The return trip along the paths at the top of the cliffs will take you higher up and offer you a different view of the route you have just completed below.
Note: check the Practical Information section for water levels.
The Yerles du Gardon, the cliffs of Russan and its caves
The word "yerle" is of Occitan origin and refers to the alluvial part of a river bend. The route follows the top of the cliffs of the Gorges du Gardon, which overlook the river by about a hundred metres. Numerous caves are visible in the cliffs, including the Grotte de la Trône (currently closed for preservation), which contains paintings dating back 37,000 years. Descend to the Gardon twice, then take a short walk on the large cliff at Russan.
The Gardon Gorges, from Russan to Collias
This is a long hike that takes you through part of the Gardon Gorges, with beautiful views of the river and the La Baume site.
The vineyards of Bourdic
Stroll through the vineyards around Bourdic to discover the grape varieties and the amazing rocks carved into the walls of an ancient Roman quarry.
The Bragassargues Caves
A pleasant hike through the heath and the Bois des Lens with a few picturesque stops (the drystone shelter of Noémie, the caves, the fossils, the imposing arch) and distant views of the region.
Around Notre-Dame de Prime Combe
Hike from the small village of Vic-le-Fesc, which will take you to the Vidourle River via the picturesque site of Notre-Dame de Prime Combe with its giant statues, Stations of the Cross and open chapel.
La Tourille from Montpezat
A short family walk to discover the agricultural landscapes that have evolved over the centuries in line with practices and history.
Le Serre d'Avène
Serre d'Avène is one of the many hills north of Bagard and the highest of them all.
This circular hike will take you there via tracks and paths through the heath. At the summit, you will discover a beautiful view of the Cévennes and the Alès conurbation.
Circular nature trail in the heart of Boisset-et-Gaujac
Starting from the town hall, follow the paths or single tracks through the countryside near the village centre. This is a bucolic walk where you will encounter very few cars.
Circular around the Cévennes foothills starting from Quissac
Circular mountain bike route from Quissac to admire some of the restored structures on the greenway from Quissac to Sumène. Tunnels and viaduct between Sumène and Ganges and the Saint-Hyppolite-du-Fort viaduct. Note the beautiful structure with its segmental arch at the entrance to Sumène.
The Rock of Anduze
A beautiful circuit in the Gard countryside allowing you to discover the town of Anduze from the rock dominating it. Very pleasant circuit in the Gard countryside allowing you to discover this Mediterranean vegetation made of green oaks and chestnut trees. Here, the thyme is very prevalent, allowing you to breathe air much more perfumed than the one in our cities.
In the vineyards of Massillargues-Attuech
Between vineyards and olive groves, a few beautiful farmhouses and villages. Different landscape on the banks of the Gardon, with meadows. All that remains of the château are the walls and a view. A passage also high up on the heath.
Oppidum of Mouressipe in Saint-Côme-et-Maruéjols
A short, interesting walk with no particular difficulties.
Oppidum of Mouressipe
A short hike starting from the village of Saint-Côme leads to the Mouressipe oppidum, offering a beautiful view of the Vaunage.
This route through the heath will also take you past a few drystone shelters and along a beautiful winding path through a small valley.
Circular around Saint-Côme via the Oppidum de Mouressipe
This hike will take you through the Vaunage plain, a very fertile valley between Nîmes and Sommières where vineyards and olive groves stretch out. It has been continuously populated since the middle of the Neolithic period, as evidenced by the Congénies menhir dating from around 2500 BC.
Seven oppida known to date were built and occupied from the 8th century BC to the 1st century AD, notably by the Volques. Along the way, you will cross heath and vineyards and discover an oppidum (hilltop settlement), a mill and wells dating from Roman times.
La Clotte
Mills, fords and wells punctuate this hike along the Vidourle, illustrating the importance of water and its use.
Notre-Dame de Prime Combe
Starting from Lecques, this is a beautiful hike with surprising discoveries, a pleasant place to eat and a remarkable viewpoint.
Mont Bouquet from Seynes
A beautiful hike on and around Mont Bouquet. Magnificent views throughout the varied route.
The route is very well signposted (yellow markings) until you reach Le Castellas, after which the signposting is a little less frequent.
Cazevieille - Moncalm loop, panoramic views and beautiful trails
A beautiful loop in the Cévennes, 99% on trails. Varied terrain, diverse panoramas including the superb 360° view of Montcalm from the heights of Alès.
For me, this is the most beautiful loop to do in less than 3 hours near Alès. There is only tarmac on the street where you park, and the terrain is very varied (pine and oak forests), with trails ranging from narrow, steep and technical to wide, open tracks, with fords, beautiful views and the most beautiful panorama in the area: it has everything!
The upper Amous valley
The first part of this hike takes you to the site of the old Carnoulès mines. The route then takes you up the slopes of the Amous valley and back along the river. The Amous, from its source to La Fabrègue, is superb: its crystal-clear waters wind through a wild valley, then its bed makes its way through more fertile land.
The Cabriès valley
A walk to discover the hilltop hamlets of Saint-Sébastien-d'Aigrefeuille.
Panoramic view of the Cévennes
Stroll through the narrow streets of Les Puechs and Carnoulés, beautiful Cévennes hamlets, and discover panoramic views of the Cévennes with the scents of the heath, chestnut trees and green oak groves..
Be careful on rocky sections, which can be dangerous (3) and (6).