We won't hide it from you. We also love the region for its terroir, its good restaurants, its vineyards, its producers... A certain art of living.
You have to take the time to sit on a terrace, to stimulate your taste buds, to enjoy yourself. There is something for all tastes, all desires, in all seasons.
Cévennes sweet onions, Vigan apples, pelardon, figs, olive oil, chicken, capon, strawberries, not forgetting truffles and ceps, are endlessly varied by the region's restaurateurs. Note: there are more than 760 organic producers in the Gard, making it a leading department in France.
So, how about it? A little treat?
Ready for a trip to Lozère?
Ready for a little stroll in Lozère? Take the magnificent Route des Crêtes to reach this unusual place. A café-restaurant, an associative space for discovery, exchange and sharing, relaxation, learning, games, shows... A place we love!
A place that will delight your taste buds with its delicious dishes, prepared and served by volunteers using local produce. For cheese lovers, we recommend the plate with whole Pélardon cheese and a small salad. It's a real treat, and well worth the walk!
Reservations essential in season!
Route des Crêtes - RD35 - 48160 Ventalon-en-Cévennes
+33 (0)6 51 09 40 28 – www.lerelaisdelespinas
Off-season: daily lunchtime only, except Wednesdays, and Saturday evenings if at least 10 bookings.
Mid-July > end-August: daily lunch and dinner
A 60-minute drive
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In the Ardèche and a stone's throw from the Gard
Located in the Ardèche, just a stone's throw from the Gard, this bistrot de pays offers a warm welcome and delicious cuisine, in a refined indus' decor.
This couple, both former research engineers, returned to their roots when the village's last shop, the former bakery-café-grocery, closed for good. They took over the place, and while Julie set about restoring the building, Victorin trained in cooking and pastry-making. On the slate: pieces of meat simmered grandma-style, roasted camembert with the flavors of the garrigue and perfect eggs.
Julie and Élise welcome you with cheerfulness and good humor.
Lieu-dit Le Mazert – 19 route de Chambonas – 07230 Payzac
+33 (0)4 75 35 06 22 - comptoirdepayzac@gmail.com - www.le-comptoir-de-payzac
Mid-June to late September: lunch and dinner service Tuesday to Saturday.
Rest of the year: lunchtime service Tuesday to Saturday. Evening service Friday and Saturday.
All year: closed Mondays and Sundays.
40-minute drive.
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Creative, subtle and unexpected cuisine
With Dimitri in the kitchen and Gwenaelle serving, it's a winning combination of a delicious meal and a great time.
The cuisine is inventive, refined and based on local produce gleaned from short circuits. The service is efficient, friendly and professional.
It's a superb address that we recommend to you with your eyes closed, to spend an excellent moment in the warm setting of the stone dining room, or on the terrace in fine weather.
Route d’Uzès – 30500 Potelières
+33 (0)4 66 25 86 90 ou +33 (0)6 33 86 18 50 – La-Fontaine-du-Mas
Low season: Wednesday evenings to Sunday lunchtimes.
In season: every day except Tuesday.
10 minutes drive
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On foot along the river Auzonnet
The guinguettes are legion on the banks of the Cèze and Auzonnet rivers. They all have something special about them.
The one in the village is located in the campsite. Théo offers you his home cooking. On the menu, starters with fresh, summery flavours. Meat or fish dishes with a barbecue-inspired twist, accompanied by delicious homemade sauces. Theme evenings: paella, mussels and chips, parrillada, BBQ party...
Will you be lucky enough, like us, to spot a beaver during your meal?
1 chemin de l'Auzonnet - 30960 Saint-Jean-de-Valériscle
+33 (0) 6 95 73 21 14 - Facebook L'orée des Cévennes
May to September: daily lunchtimes and evenings, except Mondays
10 min. walk
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On foot through the calades of the village
The ideal place to enjoy fresh, local, seasonal produce, without taking the car! Just a 5-minute walk from the house, you'll be able to enjoy dishes concocted by Monika and served by her son, Benjamin, in a charming medieval setting.
Rue de la Tournelle - 30960 Saint-Jean-de-Valériscle
+33 (0)6 59 45 18 84 - auberge.latournelle@gmail.com - Facebook auberge La Tournelle
Winter: Fri. evening, Sat. lunch and evening, Sun. lunch.
From April: Wed. evening and Thu. Evening
Reservations required on other days for groups of 10 or more.
5 min. walk
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An institution in the land of guinguettes
Guinguettes are legion on the banks of the Cèze and Auzonnet rivers. They all have something special about them.
We recommend La guinguette de la Lecque for its consistency. This establishment has been in the same family for some thirty years. The dishes are simple, delicious and hearty. The service is efficient and pleasant. And what about the charming setting on the banks of the Cèze?
Save room for the salad and the welcome pâté, which may be hard to spot on the menu... or you won't finish your plate!
In season, book as early as possible: services are often fully booked a week in advance!
La Boudène - 30160 Bordezac
+33 (0) 4 66 25 18 99 - Facebook Guinguette de La Lecque
20 minutes by car
May and September: every weekday evening, and lunch and dinner at weekends.
June, July and August: daily and afternoon drinks.
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One of the few tables open in winter
Five minutes from the house, Le Clos des Arts offers a classic but inspired menu. The dishes are beautiful and the flavours are spot on. The service is impeccable.
Domaine de Villaret - 30960 Les Mages
+33 (0)4 66 25 40 91 - www.closdesarts
5 minutes drive
Every day for lunch and dinner, except Monday and Saturday lunch, and Sunday evening.
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LOCAL PRODUCE IN YOUR LODGE
Curious about local produce? In need of a quick fix? Would you like to enjoy a well-deserved aperitif after a hard day's work getting to us?
To cater for all these situations, we've put together a selection of local produce from our favourite suppliers and partners. For the taste, above all. But also for the values we share, of local, ethical and responsible production.
It's an extra service that we offer you. Only the products you consume are payable at the end of your stay.
FOR APÉRO
A nice chilled rosé
CLOS LA ROQUE | Yves Simon
A traditional Lozère beer
PBC | Putain de Bière Cévenole
An olive spread
CAP OLIVE | Anaïs Lambray
Delicious artisanal, vegetarian and sustainable spreads!
YOUNAU
Terrines de « Baron des Cévennes », marque de produits locaux de qualité
LE MAS DEL FRAY | Audrey & Nicolas, Éleveurs & Producteurs
Artisanal organic syrup with unexpected flavours
LA P’TITE CÉVENOLE | Annabelle Gallardo
FOR COOKING
Organic artisanal pasta
MEULE DE PIERRE EN CÉVENNES | Yannick Bélanger
Hand-grown aromatic and medicinal plants
NATURELLEMENT CÉVENOLE | Axelle Ciofolo – Paysanne cueilleuse
FOR BREAKFAST, A SNACK OR PURE INDULGENCE
Wild fugue jam, from the village
LE CONFITURIER D’IZA | Isabelle Cardelin
Honeys, several times awarded
LES RUCHERS DE CASSAGNES |Raphaël Vidal – apiculteur et héliciculteur
A delicious chestnut jam
LA FERME DE VALMALLE | Melissa Brun
Hand-grown herbal teas
NATURELLEMENT CÉVENOLE | Axelle Ciofolo – Paysanne cueilleuse
YOU CAN'T EAT EVERYTHING!
Artisanal essential oils
DISTILLERIE BEL AIR
A stain-removing stick for laundry
CEVENARÔMES