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|  | Gateway to the National Park of the Cévennes and capital of the region, Alès is a place of encounter between the garrigue and the mountains, industrial mining and wild nature, underground tours and perched villages. Bask in its welcoming charm.
Urban walks
Wander around to admire the town's timeless beauty: the theatre, Bishop's palace, Fort Vauban, the courthouse. Amble along the banks of the Gardon, which snakes through the town for several kilometers. Perfect for daydreaming !
Culinary break
Stop for some good food at a charming little inn. Try Pélardon goat cheese, chestnut cream, and herbed sausages. Then rest a while under the climbing vines in the garden of the Maison de la Nature. |
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Put on your hard hat and go down the Alès coal mine. Learn the history of the "stone that burns" while touring the 650m of underground tunnels. Back up in the fresh air, walk along the path to the Château de Sauvage, pausing to admire its arboretum.
Gold diggers
Jean-Luc Billard invites you to scratch around the Gard river bed and pan for gold. It's an experience to test your patience!
View from above
Make time to visit the perched villages, such as Vézenoles. A magnificent panoramic view of the valley awaits you. |
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