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Nature area and trails

In Sanilhac-Sagriès, a large natural area and individual cultural sites come together. The Réserve Naturelle Régionale des Gorges du Gardon covers 500 hectares from Pont-Saint-Nicolas to La Baume and lies mainly on the left bank of the Gardon. You can explore the area on foot, by bicycle or on horseback, independently or with a guide. When choosing, consider two separate questions: which means of transport do you prefer, and would you like to explore independently or with a guide?

The Sentier La Baume starts at the town hall car park, passes through the garrigue and then descends to the river. The former La Baume mill is also located along the trail. A path carved into the rock face provides access to the Grotte de La Baume from the trail; check the seasonal access rules before your visit. The Balade La Baume Saint-Vérédème offers panoramic views of the surrounding cliffs of the Gorges du Gardon. If you are choosing between the two nature experiences, the Sentier focuses on the route through the garrigue and the descent to the river, while the Balade offers panoramic views of the cliffs.

Cultural history and sites

The cultural sites reveal different historical periods. La Tourasse is the only surviving one of the five former defensive towers built in 1156 around Sanilhac Castle, which was enclosed by ramparts. The Iron Age oppidum of Jas di Bioou points to an earlier period; its surviving walls overlook the Riaou plain and the Gorges du Gardon. At Jas di Bioou, the focus is on the walls and their position above the plain and gorges; La Tourasse can be understood in the context of the walled castle and its five towers. A chapel near the cave was built in the 11th century and recalls a place of worship. Pierre Bamboche is a menhir in Sanilhac-Sagriès. The oppidum dates to the Iron Age; the chapel and La Tourasse are medieval.

Nature and regional produce

The Maison de la Réserve Naturelle Régionale des Gorges du Gardon presents a modern cabinet of curiosities featuring elements of nature, objects made by people, scientific instruments and works of art. In this way, the centre brings together perspectives on nature, human creativity, science and art.

Les Ruchers de l’Uzège offers visits to its honey-making facility and honey tastings by appointment. Depending on the season, it is also possible to visit a live beehive. The apiary sells various types of honey, pollen and royal jelly directly. The arrangements vary: beehive visits are seasonal, while visits to the facility and tastings are by appointment.

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For the regional travel overview: Gard.