To visit a region with a guide is the first step to becoming intimate with that region. The opportunity to take advantage of inherent local and historical knowledge allows the participants to look at the region more in depth as opposed to strictly a touristy perspective. Gain insight to this region as it provides you a different view of the things you will discover or rediscover. It really opens up the opportunity to explore and will make your journey even more interesting. The Southern Ardèche, the Gard and the Cevennes spread scenic views of lovely and seasonal landscapes, but in themselves have a rich culture and history. Dolmens, caves and avens (potholes), traces of prehistoric occupation, the religious wars and of the Roman period are some examples of sites to see. The typical southern French vegetation (Garrigue) in the Cevennes is home to more mountainous oriented vegetation which can also be seen in agriculture: olive groves and chestnut groves for instance show this difference.
Exemples of commented excursions and city walks
a famous canyon with its Pont d’Arc Vertiginous cliffs, sculpted by millions of years of natural forces, the paradise for canoeists, rock climbers and cavers. Magnificent views and splendid landscapes. .
A very different Ardèche, with its ‘sucs’ (volcanoes), its cattle breeding and sausages, and last but not least the source of the Loire River.
In the past every inch of the Cevennes cultivated. Nowadays you find there in the first place, chestnut trees, goats, nature and quietness..
Guided tours in towns and villages with a long history and characteristic buildings.
Ardèche: Viviers, Vogüé, Balazuc, Aubenas…
Gard: Nîmes, Anduze (Cévennes), Uzès….
Not as wild as the Ardèche, but even so worth a visit, with its cascades and typical southern French villages perched on hilltops. A combination of Provencal ambiance, with its Cotes du Rhone, and garrigue on the evergreen hills and cliffs.
Your guide is a native Dutch woman who after having successfully completed her studies moved to the Ardèche and has resided there for the last 11 years. She is fluent in English, French, German and Dutch.