The 16 communes of the Gardonnenque
Domessargues, Mauressargues, Montagnac, Moulézan, Sauzet, Saint-Geniès-de-Malgoirès, Montignargues, Saint-Bauzély, Fons-Outre-Gardon, Saint-Mamert-du-Gard, Gajan, La Rouvière, La Calmette, Saint-Chaptes, Dions, Sainte-Anastasie.
The Gardon gorges
A canyon carved out by the crystal-clear waters of the Gardon river - that's what these breathtaking gorges have to offer! An ideal spot for hiking, you'll be amazed by this sumptuous regional nature reserve, classified as a "biosphere reserve" byUNESCO. For a breathtaking panoramic view of the Gorges' most impressive meander, head for the Castellas belvedere, just a few minutes' walk from the village of Russan, where birds of prey and other birds of prey swirl in the heart of this majestic environment!
The Espélugues chasm is nearly 160 metres long and 115 metres wide, and could easily contain the Nîmes Arena!
You're in the heart of a protected area! Respect this rare and fragile natural environment. Access to the site is strictly regulated, so please follow the instructions posted at the entrance to the gorges!
Maison du Grand Site des Gorges du Gardon
Fun, educational and interactive, the Maison des Gorges du Gardon will help you discover all the riches of this remarkable environment. Fauna, flora, cliffs and caves are just some of the themes highlighted in this museographic space, which will transport young and old alike to the heart of this natural site inhabited since prehistoric times!
Maison du Grand Site des Gorges du Gardon
2 rue de la pente - Hameau du Russan
30190 Sainte-Anastasie
Tel : 04 48 27 01 00
Le Gouffre des Espélugues
Not far from the picturesque village of Dions lies a gigantic natural cavity: the Espélugues chasm! This funnel-shaped geological curiosity has been carved out of the limestone rock by erosion. This 70-metre-deep abyss is also known as France's largest crater! A veritable oasis of freshness, its lush vegetation will never cease to amaze you!
Curious, sporty or even speleologists, get off the beaten track and discover this unusual and impressive place!
WARNING! DUE TO A LANDSLIDE, ACCESS TO THE CHASM IS TOTALLY FORBIDDEN!
You're in the heart of a protected area! Respect this rare and fragile natural environment. Access to the chasm is particularly steep and dangerous, so please wear proper footwear and do not enter the site in bad weather.
La Gardonnenque" cycling loop
An escape to the treasures of the hinterland, this loop allows you to discover a territory through the economic and historical development of its villages. The local economy in the Gardonnenque used to revolve around vineyards and truffle oaks.
Ancient mulberry trees, inherited from the days of silkworm rearing, punctuate the hinterland landscapes, which are little frequented and still protected from tourist flows, a real environmental asset.
