Uzès and the Cévennes: 6 must-see spots to explore by campervan or motorhome
With golden stone, wild gorges and hilltop villages, Uzès and the Cévennes offer the perfect playground for road-trippers. Discover historic sites and breathtaking landscapes, all accessible in a campervan or motorhome.
Uzès, with its ducal palace and cobbled lanes, serves as the elegant gateway to the Cévennes, a land of resistance and untouched nature. Here, every turn reveals a new spectacle: from hanging gardens to dizzying viewpoints and mysterious caves. Plan your route, check your vehicle’s height clearance and let these Cévenol gems guide you.
Place aux Herbes in Uzès
© Wikimedia CommonsThe beating heart of the town, this lively square is lined with arcades and half-timbered houses. Its colourful markets, especially on Saturday mornings, are packed with local produce like Picholine olives and goat’s cheese.
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Pont du Gard
© Wikimedia CommonsThis UNESCO-listed Roman masterpiece, a 50 km-long aqueduct, gracefully spans the Gardon River. A short walk from the motorhome parking area lets you admire its impressive structure from every angle.
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Tarn Gorge
© Wikimedia CommonsCarved by the Tarn River, these spectacular gorges offer jaw-dropping scenery with sheer cliffs. Viewpoints like the one at La Malène are accessible by campervan for unbeatable views.
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Aven Armand
© Wikimedia CommonsThis exceptional cave is home to a forest of stalagmites, with the tallest, known as 'the needle', reaching 30 metres high. The guided tour, accessible after a short shuttle ride from the car park, immerses visitors in a fascinating underground world.
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Florac
© Wikimedia CommonsThe historic capital of the Cévennes, this charming village wins hearts with its 13th-century castle and narrow streets. The nearby Musée du Désert tells the story of the Camisards, Protestants persecuted in the 17th century.
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Mont Aigoual
© Wikimedia CommonsThe highest point in the Cévennes, this summit offers a 360-degree panorama on clear days, with views stretching to the Mediterranean and the Alps. The meteorological observatory and its museum are worth a visit, even for those less passionate about weather.