Sainte-Anastasie (Gard) walks

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.

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 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.

Starting from Russan, this circular walk will take you through the upper section of the Gorges du Gardon within the municipality of Sainte-Anastasie. During the first section along DFCI tracks, you’ll pass through the charming village of Vic before descending to Saint-Nicolas, near the priory and the bridge of the same name. The climb then begins up to the plateau overlooking the Gardon via a path that is at times steep with sharp limestone pavements. Finally, a lovely track will take you to Castellas, where the viewpoint over a horseshoe-shaped bend in the Gardon is breathtaking. On your way back to the car park, you’ll have the chance to explore the surprising Grotte de la Trone.

A very beautiful route that allows you to visit the small village of Vic and get as close as possible to the Gardon river with the sublime viewpoint of Castellas. This hike is not recommended in the height of summer. Very little of the route is in the shade.

Hike through the heart of the heath, along the cliffs overlooking the Gardon. The views of the Saint-Nicolas bridge and the river are magnificent.

A circular loop starting from the Saint-Nicolas bridge, passing through Vic and following the Gardon along the cliffs.

From the Pont Saint-Nicolas de Campagnac and its priory, a loop takes you through part of the Gorges du Gardon. You can admire the meandering Gardon, the Grotte de la Trône (an ancient prehistoric shelter with drawings of mammoths and a feline dating from the Upper Palaeolithic behind a closed iron door), the Baume Percée, seen from above and below, the climbing cliffs at Russan...

Discover Blauzac, its Roman bridge and its "capitelles", dry-stone buildings used mainly as shelters for farmers.

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.

Follow theGR®6 trailthrough the heath, then descend to a magnificent wood of huge pine trees on the banks of the Gardon. The view is exceptional! The trail then follows the banks of the Gardon, passing by its resurgences. You will then arrive at the Moulin de la Barque and the Hermitage of Saint-Vérédème. The Baume that follows crosses the wall and requires a torch, but is only open part of the year to protect the bats. A steep climb equipped with handholds allows you to return via theGR®6.

Stroll through the vineyards around Bourdic to discover the grape varieties and the amazing rocks carved into the walls of an ancient Roman quarry.

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...

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.

A lovely walk through the Mediterranean forest to reach the Gardon and enjoy La Chapelle. Please note that the cave is closed from 1 May to 15 August, and from 15 November to 15 March.A gentle descent, followed by a steeper but fairly short climb.Alternatively, set off from Collias to enjoy the Gardon Gorges for longer30/10/2023: I have reclassified this route as ‘medium difficulty’ following several comments about the steep climb on the return journey (+100m over 300m covered)

The route starts at the Saint-Géniès-de-Malgoirès wine cooperative, descends into the plain of the commune of Sauzet and takes you along the banks of the Gardon. Return to the village of Saint-Géniès through vineyards and farmland.

A delightful little family walk where you’ll discover several unexpected landscapes. Walking along wide paths or tarmac roads, you’ll start with a magnificent and unique view of the plain, then continue through typical heath countryside, and finally walk alongside large fenced-off meadows from where you can even catch a glimpse of the town of Uzès on the other side of the Gardon.

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.

A circular loop through the heath that will take you to three sites where you can see the remains of the 19th-century Nîmes aqueduct. A project abandoned just a few months after work began, this aqueduct more or less follows the route of the Roman Pont du Gard aqueduct. During part of the walk, you’ll also enjoy a magnificent view of the plain, Mont Ventoux and the Aramon chimney.

A walk along the Alzon river allows you to discover the source of the Eure, which was captured by the Romans to supply Nîmes with drinking water via the aqueduct. The remains are still visible. The walk then climbs to a magnificent viewpoint offering a wide panorama of Uzès.

A circuit around Uzès, discovering the Eure valley and its source that once fed the city of Nimes, then a loop through Gardoise scrubland to return to Uzès.

Discover the Margueritte agricultural plain and its heritage, past and present, with a focus on water. A pleasant hike or bike ride, which can be divided into two parts: the peri-urban circular route to the west and the rural circular route to the east. You will discover some very pretty, little-known spots.