{"id":1196,"date":"2024-11-08T09:43:46","date_gmt":"2024-11-08T08:43:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.camping-levaldherault.com\/alentours\/saint-guilhem-le-desert\/"},"modified":"2025-01-06T10:15:58","modified_gmt":"2025-01-06T09:15:58","slug":"saint-guilhem-le-desert","status":"publish","type":"alentours","link":"https:\/\/www.camping-levaldherault.com\/en\/alentours\/saint-guilhem-le-desert\/","title":{"rendered":"Visit Saint Guilhem le D\u00e9sert near the campsite"},"content":{"rendered":"

Visit Saint Guilhem le D\u00e9sert near the campsite<\/h1>

From the 4-star Le Val d’H\u00e9rault campsite in Brissac<\/a>, you can easily reach the village of Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert, less than 30 minutes away by car. <\/p>

You’ll have the opportunity to discover its exceptional historical heritage or take advantage of its natural setting for a variety of sporting activities.<\/p>

Rent your vacation accommodation at camping Le Val d’H\u00e9rault<\/h2>

Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert is an ideal place for a vacation with family or friends. The nearby Le Val d’H\u00e9rault campsite offers vacation rentals to suit every need. The mobile homes, which can accommodate 2 to 6 people, have all the comforts you need for a peaceful vacation. The pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes are spacious and blend in perfectly with the surrounding countryside, typical of the C\u00e9vennes. <\/p>

Our campsite near Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert has the advantage of overlooking a river, ideal for cooling off in summer or for fishing. One of the major advantages of a campsite located on the banks of the H\u00e9rault river<\/a> is access to a private beach, as well as an aquatic area. Take advantage of the large swimming pool to relax or have fun in complete safety. <\/p>

Camping Le Val d’H\u00e9rault is the perfect place to discover the Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert region in a family-friendly, authentic C\u00e9vennes du Sud setting. It’s close to shops and restaurants, and you can also explore the many hiking trails in the area. Don’t hesitate to book your vacation rental in Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert to spend an unforgettable vacation in the H\u00e9rault valley and discover all its treasures. <\/p>

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Visit the medieval village of Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert<\/h2>

Staying at Le Val d’H\u00e9rault campsite means you can easily visit Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert and discover its rich historical heritage. Listed as one of France’s Most Beautiful Villages, Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert was built around the Gellone Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage site and an essential stopover on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela. With its cloister, it’s a veritable jewel of Romanesque art in the Languedoc region, and a must-see. <\/p>

Other remarkable buildings await you in this picturesque village: maison Lorimy, \u00e9glise Saint-Laurent, tour des Prisons and ch\u00e2teau du G\u00e9ant. A visit to the Mus\u00e9e du Village d’Antan (Museum of the Village of Yesteryear) will give you an insight into the craftsmanship of Languedoc santons and the history of the trades of yesteryear. <\/p>

You can also stroll through the typical narrow streets of this medieval village and admire the waterfall that runs through the heart of the village. In the central square, you’ll enjoy a pleasant sensation of coolness in the shade of the historic plane tree, over a century old. Numerous boutiques and craft workshops will give you the opportunity to discover local crafts. You’re sure to come away with some unique souvenirs of your stay in the H\u00e9rault valley. <\/p><\/div><\/div>

Canoeing and hiking<\/h2>

Close to Le Val d’H\u00e9rault campsite, the village of Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert is a prime location in the southern C\u00e9vennes for canoeing down the H\u00e9rault gorges<\/a>. Take the whole family on a river trip through the steep gorges of the H\u00e9rault.In this mineral world, at the foot of vertiginous cliffs, you’ll appreciate the freshness of a trip down a shallow river, perfect for a safe family activity. Unique natural landscapes will unfold before your eyes as you go. From our campsite in Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert, you can take a canoe, kayak or rowboat<\/a> down the H\u00e9rault to the Pont du Diable, or opt for a paddle to make the most of the water. <\/p>

If you prefer hiking, take the whole family on the Fenestrettes circuit in the Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert mountains. Although the walk is a bit strenuous, it’s accessible to all. This 10-kilometer loop trail offers exceptional panoramic views. Built in the past by the monks of Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert Abbey, the trail corbels along the monumental limestone cliffs of the cirque de l’Infernet. On arrival, the reward is well worth the effort: a magnificent panorama from the Causse des C\u00e9vennes plateau, overlooking the H\u00e9rault valley and offering a distant view of the Mediterranean. <\/p>

For the less sporty, or families with young children, there are many other itineraries that will take you between vineyards and olive groves, on less steep paths. Whatever the composition of your group, you’ll find an itinerary to suit you in Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert, in the H\u00e9rault valley. <\/p><\/div>

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Discover the H\u00e9rault Valley on a campsite in St Guilhem le D\u00e9sert<\/h2>

Le Val d’H\u00e9rault family campsite in Brissac (34) is located just half an hour from Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert, in the H\u00e9rault hinterland. Ideally located, it will enable you to discover not only Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert, but also all the treasures of the H\u00e9rault valley. You can visit several times during your stay to take full advantage of the richness of the area and the exceptional natural sites nearby: the H\u00e9rault gorges, the Infernet cirque, the Salagou lake, the Clamouse cave<\/a>, the Pont du Diable, and many others. <\/p>

With a wide range of activities and services, our 4-star establishment is sure to accompany you on your Cevennes adventure. The H\u00e9rault Gorges offer the perfect natural setting for outdoor activities. That’s why Le Val d’H\u00e9rault has teamed up with a number of sporting partners to offer holidaymakers special rates on attractions close to the campsite. You can canoe along the H\u00e9rault river to the Saint-\u00c9tienne d’Issensac bridge, climb the Thaurac plateau, canyoneer in the Gorges de l’H\u00e9rault or explore the local environment on discovery hikes. <\/p>

You’ll also be amazed by the beautiful villages around the campsite and Saint-Guilhem-le-D\u00e9sert. The medieval towns of Saint-Martin-de-Londres, Gignac and Olargues, perched on its rock on the Caroux mountain, are well worth a visit. As for entertainment, you’ll find everything you need at our 4-star campsite in the Southern C\u00e9vennes. The entire team prepares a tailor-made entertainment program for you during the high season, and offers activities for young and old all year round. <\/p>

Come and join us to discover all the wonders of the Southern C\u00e9vennes<\/a> and the H\u00e9rault Valley.<\/p>

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