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 Cévennes |
Shale and granite slopes
 Rebel beauty! Lying in the south of the Lozère, between Aigoual and Mont Lozère, the Cévennes are a strong contrast between harsh mountains and a mild Mediterranean climate. This harsh land, with its tough history and character, was the fief of the protestant Huguenots and the scene of the the Camisard uprising at the beginning of the 18th century.
 It is a land of shale and gully-like valleys, precipitous rocks and steep slopes with innumerable streams and torrents at their bases. It is also a land of brush and beech forests, with stands of pine, oak and above all chestnut.
 Despite the harshness, it is also a land of secret natural beauty. Countless hamlets of squat houses have breathed life into these impenetrable mountains. The thankless slopes have been terrassed, and are home to the "golden tree", the mulberry used to nourish the silkworms which brought wealth to the Cévennes, as well as the "bread tree" or chestnut, symbol of the Cévennes and savoured by generations of its inhabitants.
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 Places to see... |
 Le Pont de Montvert
Florac
Villefort and La Garde Guérin
Cévennes country museums
Cévennes National Park |
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Created in 1970, the Cévennes National Park strives to preserve the numerous indigenous animal and plant species. As the only National Park in France to be inhabited, harmonious development between man and the environment is another key concern. 
From Florac to Saint Germain de Calberte, the winding roads of the Cévennes offer numerous picturesque circuits with unbeatable views and access to stunning sites. It is an ideal place to get away from it all, whether you prefer nature or culture. 
To the west, the Mont Lozère forms a majestuous granite barrier, sharply contrasting with its "bald" peaks and gentle terrain. The "mountain of springs", which culminates at an altitude of 1700 m, is ideal for magnificent walks on the numerous footpaths. 
