Discover the region

Le Relais des Cyprès is ideally located in the heart of an exceptional region. Here are a few ideas to make the most of your stay.

⛩ History & heritage

Pont du Gard

~10 min (9 km)

A masterpiece of Roman engineering, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The best-preserved aqueduct of the ancient world, breathtaking at any time of day.

Castillon-du-Gard

~7 min (5,5 km)

A perched medieval village offering a stunning panoramic view over the garrigue and the Gard valley. A hidden gem to explore on foot.

Vers-Pont-du-Gard

~10 min (8 km)

A charming medieval village at the foot of the Pont du Gard, perfect for a stroll along the Gardon riverbank.

Uzès, first duchy of France

~20 min (16 km)

A historic town with well-preserved medieval lanes, dominated by the ducal castle and the Tour Fenestrelle. A Provençal gem best explored on foot.

Villeneuve-lès-Avignon

~30 min (24 km)

A fortified medieval town facing Avignon, with its royal tower, charterhouse and remarkable heritage.

Avignon and the Palais des Papes

~34 min (24 km)

Capital of Christendom in the 14th century, Avignon retains exceptional medieval heritage, listed by UNESCO.

Nîmes, the French Rome

~40 min (41 km)

The Arena, the Maison Carrée and the Jardins de la Fontaine make Nîmes one of the best-preserved Roman cities in Europe.

⛰ Nature & outdoor activities

Gorges du Gardon

~15 min

Hiking, swimming and kayaking in a landscape of garrigue and limestone cliffs. One of the finest natural sites in the Gard.

Garrigue walks

From Le Relais

Many waymarked trails start near the property. Lavender, thyme, holm oaks and cicadas accompany you throughout your walks.

Cycling & mountain biking

Throughout the region

The Via Rhôna and numerous cycle paths cross the region. Bike hire is available in Uzès and Remoulins.

Swimming in the Gardon

~15 min

Several natural beaches along the Gardon offer shaded bathing areas, ideal for families during hot summer days.

Mediterranean beaches

~1 hour

Close to the Mediterranean coastline — a perfect day trip for sun, sea and sand at La Grande-Motte, Palavas or Le Grau-du-Roi.

⚘ Food & markets

Uzès market

Saturday morning

One of the finest Provençal markets in the region. Fruit, vegetables, cheeses, olives, honey and local crafts fill the Place aux Herbes every Saturday morning.

Costières de Nîmes wines

Throughout the region

The Costières de Nîmes appellation produces excellent reds, rosés and whites. Many estates open their doors for tastings year-round.

Restaurants & table d'hôtes

Uzès and surroundings

The region is full of quality dining options, from lively brasseries to gastronomic restaurants and irresistible wood-fired grills.

Local producers

Surroundings

Olive oil, lavender, garrigue honey, goat's cheese… local producers sell direct from the farm. We'll share our favourite addresses.

❧ Villages & towns to visit

Sommières

~53 min (71 km)

A charming medieval town on the Vidourle river, with its arcades, castle and famous Saturday morning market, one of the busiest in the Languedoc.

Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie

~18 min (16 km)

Village of potters, renowned for its ceramic workshops. The Musée de la Poterie Méditerranéenne traces the history of this ancestral craft.

Aigues-Mortes

~56 min (73 km)

A medieval fortified city on the edge of the Camargue, surrounded by perfectly preserved ramparts. Salt marshes and flamingos complete the picture.

The Camargue

~1h

White horses, black bulls, flamingos and wild beaches — the Camargue offers an unforgettable nature escape just one hour from Le Relais.