Things to do in Lozere : places to visit and attractions

For your next holiday in Lozère at the Le Peyrelade campsite, take the time to discover the many natural beauties (lakes, caves, waterfalls, reserves, etc.) that sublimate the landscapes of Lozère. Take the opportunity to discover the richness of the local cultural heritage or to savor the culinary specialties of the region.

The must-see towns of Lozère

• Mende : Mende is the prefecture of Lozère. The city is one of the best known and most visited destinations in the department. The historic center, enhanced by its squares and narrow streets, attracts many visitors. The latter have the chance to discover an imposing Gothic cathedral which was once the symbol of the power of the bishops who ruled the city and the province of Gévaudan.
• Langogne : a walk in the historic heart of Langogne, where you can appreciate the church and the monastery of the Benedictines as well as the remains of the ramparts which once ensured their defence. Take the opportunity to spend pleasant moments on the beach of Lake Naussac, a real inland sea of ​​more than 1,000 hectares bordering the city.
• Sainte-Enimie : Sainte-Enimie is a magnificent medieval town located on the banks of the Tarn. We let ourselves be seduced by the authenticity and the picturesque side of its charm, with its narrow streets paved with pebbles and its squares which lead to a Romanesque church.
• Many other destinations are worth a visit in Lozère, in particular charming villages such as La Garde-Guérin, Le Pont-de-Montvert, Nasbinals and La Canourgue.

Culture and heritage in Lozère

If Lozère seduces by the beauty of its many sites, the territory is also appreciated for the richness of its historical and cultural heritage.

• The castles
  Lozère has several dozen more or less well-known castles. Among the jewels still standing are the castle of Salgas (Verbon), the castle of Saint-Julien-d'Arpaon (Cans-et-Cévennes), the castle of Roquedols, the castle of Baume (Meyrueis) or the castle of Saint Saturnin of Tartaronne.
• Historic centers
  The historic centers of towns and villages are unmissable places. Among the most visited are Champerboux in Sainte-Enimie, the historic heart of Florac, the center of Montrodat, that of La Malène and even that of Chanac.
• Religious buildings
  Lozère has many chapels, churches and monasteries, most of which date back several centuries. Among the places to visit are the Temple of Verbon, the Sainte-Madeleine church in Hermaux, the Notre-Dame church in Quézac, the Meyrueis church or the Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption chapel in Albaret- Sainte Marie.
• Archaeological sites
  The archaeological garden of Javols, the menhir of Marvejols, the ancient capital of Gévaudan, the plateau of La Cham, the necropolis of Cagnot or the Roman mausoleum of Lanuejols are among the must-sees in Lozère.

The natural sites of the department

• The Cévennes National Park;

• The Aubrac regional natural park;

• The Tarn Gorges;
• The Jonte Gorges;
• The Grands Causses;
• Caves and sinkholes (Dargilan cave, Armand sinkhole, etc.);
• Lakes and ponds (Bonnecombe pond, Saint-Andéol lake, Charpal lake, Auradou pond, La Chazetta pond, Naussac lake, etc.);
• The rivers (the Cévennes Gardons, the Grandrieu, the Jonte, the Tarn, etc.);
• The waterfalls (Franquet waterfall, Runes waterfall, Donozau waterfall, etc.);
• Forests (Castle of Roure estate, Mercoire forest, etc.)

Outdoor activities

Plusieurs activités peuvent se pratiquer en famille ou entre amis en Lozère :

• Hiking ;
• Mountain bike circuit;
• Bicycle ride ;
• Canoe Kayak ;
• Stand-up paddle;
• Bungee jumping ;
• Paragliding;
• Rafting and canyoning;
• Caving;
• Yoga and meditation;
• Relaxation at the spa resort of Bagnols-les-Bains or that of La Chadette…