Les Gorges du Tarn, located in the Grands Causses Nature Park and 115 km from Montpellier, is an ideal destination for when you only have 3 or 4 days of vacation. If we make the exit from Barcelona, \u200b\u200bwe must take the A-7 until the Jonquera (put gas before crossing. France is far more expensive). After the departure of Narbonne (exit 35) we go to the A-75 highway, direction Millau / Clermont-Ferrand, down to Millau.
Millau is located 115 km from Montpellier. Here is the highest viaduct in the world (343 meters high). The world-renowned architect Norman Foster, known shape all their good work by design that no one can remain indifferent. It is the first major European road engineering century.
Millau is a lively resort. The old town has a twelfth-century bell tower, Church of Notre-Dame, a XV century mill and remains of a twelfth-century bridge. Old Mill Museum contains pottery workshop of the famous Romanesque Graufesenque, located a few km. of the current city. Millau is famous for its leather factories and gloves.
For starters, We visit the Valley of the Dourbie. It leaves the Millau bridge Cureplats, D-991 highway. Passing the Santa Margarita Roque, visit the Rock of Roquesaltes. Here the mountain is dotted with beautiful villages, like au
n endearing crib.
If you want to visit one of them, we must take the exit for St. Veran. It is a very narrow road. You can only move a car (praying that no one comes in the opposite direction). You climb the precipice of Saint Veran. To the left is Cantobre, with its old houses mostly in ruins. Since the summit, the view is beautiful. There is a small parking space only about 8 cars. The village consists of a few homes with garden and spectacular views. The homes are located in railing along the cliff. In peak season it is advisable to go very soon to avoid problems of cross-car and parking. However, from the road, about 200m. the diversion of Saint Veran, you can see wonderful views of the people, the church and the ruins of a ca still. You can get all together in a single photo.
Millau is a lively resort. The old town has a twelfth-century bell tower, Church of Notre-Dame, a XV century mill and remains of a twelfth-century bridge. Old Mill Museum contains pottery workshop of the famous Romanesque Graufesenque, located a few km. of the current city. Millau is famous for its leather factories and gloves.
For starters, We visit the Valley of the Dourbie. It leaves the Millau bridge Cureplats, D-991 highway. Passing the Santa Margarita Roque, visit the Rock of Roquesaltes. Here the mountain is dotted with beautiful villages, like au
n endearing crib. If you want to visit one of them, we must take the exit for St. Veran. It is a very narrow road. You can only move a car (praying that no one comes in the opposite direction). You climb the precipice of Saint Veran. To the left is Cantobre, with its old houses mostly in ruins. Since the summit, the view is beautiful. There is a small parking space only about 8 cars. The village consists of a few homes with garden and spectacular views. The homes are located in railing along the cliff. In peak season it is advisable to go very soon to avoid problems of cross-car and parking. However, from the road, about 200m. the diversion of Saint Veran, you can see wonderful views of the people, the church and the ruins of a ca still. You can get all together in a single photo.
Following the road you get to Nantes, where is a twelfth century church, a square with porticoes XIV century, and many old houses. This beautiful village can go to La Cubertoirade by a new road. It is not far, about 17 km. although, if you go by the A-75, only 1 (exit 49). 
The Templar Cubertoirade a beautiful completely walled city, which retains all the charm of that period of history. You can visit the church, mansions with shield and many houses that, over time, have become souvenir shops and restaurants. Some are also museums. We 
reminds a little "La Cité" · of Carcassonne.
reminds a little "La Cité" · of Carcassonne. If you are cat lovers here you can see precise and cuddly bears copies. It is ranked as one of the "most beautiful villages in France"
returned to Nant and continued until Cantobre, village perched on the rocks. From there we went to Meyrueis.
Meyrueis We are reaching to 706m. altitude, situated at the confluence of the rivers Jonte, heather and Bétuzon. It is a charming village and one of the most important centers of hiking in the area. Must see the bridge over the river and the tower of defense. Guided tours depart from here to the Gorges du Tarn or Corniche de les Cévennes. On the outskirts, and on top of a cliff 70 m overlooking the city, has built the chapel of Notre Dame d
and Bon Secours. We are very close to the cave Dargilan. If you want to visit it is best to leave Meyrueis by the D-986 south, toward the Cévennes National Park. On the right, take the D-39 to go on Cause Noir and the village of Dargilan. Half km., At the end of a road full of stones, lies the cave, up a hill that overlooks the river de la Jonte. The Grotto of Dargilan has an approximate length of 1.5 km. and subject to the itinerary. In view of all appeals for its imposing proportions, their strange forms and diversity of their colors. Visiting hours are from 10 to 12 and 14 to 16.30 (in July-August from 10 to 18.30). Leaving
definitely Gorges de la Jonte. We retraced our steps to the D-986 to find the indicator that points us in St. Enimie, a charming town. A few km. we will find an indicator that shows us the caves of Aven Armand. Is a unique set of stalagmites discovered by Louis Armand. Is 75 m. depth, which comes with a electric funicular. Formerly it down on foot. In most of the rooms, from 40m. high and 100m. long, the figures offer unusual shapes drawn on the limestone by rainwater, creating a setting strange that we will jaw-dropping. A little way, every year, gives all the back to this amazing natural spectacle whose forms, sculpted by huge stalagmites, makes us see Palmeras, Cauliflower, a Head of Tigre, the Virgin and Child. Thanks to powerful spotlights of different colors, this set takes an unreal and fantastic.
We return to the D-986. We are going through it Causse Mejean. Huge twin rocks give majesty to the landscape. Too bad there is no "refuge" to stop the car and to contemplate more fully from the brink. When we reached the top, 965-990m. altitude, we with large areas completely flat. Upon reaching Anmières started to leave the plateau. A few miles a detour: The Malène left. We take on the right to Sta Enimie. We passed Caussignac (4 houses and a Logis de France). The Col de Coperlac is to 907 m. altitude and there is a viewpoint from which you can make very good pictures. We arrived at St.
Enimie, one of the most emblematic villages of the Gorges du Tarn. Walking its narrow streets and walk along the banks of the Tarn, crossing the beautiful curved bridge connecting the two sides, is something that shall soon forget. On the edge of town is the shrine where, according to tradition, he Santa Enimie. Santa Enimie was a Merovingian princess, after cured of leprosy through the waters of the miraculous fountain of Burle, founded there a monastery which later would become the source of the village. The Church is very old and the cemetery is on the outside of it.
worth strolling through the streets and admire the old houses full of flowers. It is a lively place with many shops for souvenirs and delicacies of the area.
back to the car and very few miles and we can admire the panorama of Saint Chely du Tarn. This really looks like a manger! From the road you can see the town, the bridge and the river on a set of postal impressive. Get off very slowly so as not to miss even a small fraction of the beautiful landscape. Once in town you can find a Logis de France with a good quality restaurant.
To the left, and after crossing a tiny creek, we find an ancient church, carved into the rock, which is worth visiting. The panorama of the river from the terrace of the Hotel (on the right, where the pool) is splendid. If you have time to spend a night and see the lighting of the bridge and the river, will be a nice recovery
erd o. Leaving Saint Chely du Tarn to arrive, a few kilometers, the Chateau de la Caze, fortification XV century, situated on the Tarn. Now transformed into a hotel, still retaining its medieval style. The interior is decorated in the style of the time of its construction. In the tower of the south wing is the room of "The Nymphs" named after the painting of the "Demoiselles Maliau" reminiscent of "Nymphs of the Tarn" (famous for its charm and beauty). Although we are not staying at this beautiful castle we can admire the gardens and into inquiry. It will be the excuse to see the lobby and realize the good taste of its current owners.
Just returned to the road you can see the ruins of the old castle Hauterive feudal, on the left bank of the Tarn. We are approaching the Malène. At
The Malène, we recommend parking at the pier in order to make the descent down the river Tarn, by boat, to the circus Baumes. The descent is done by boat 4 or 5 people, with the boatman placed at one end, driving the boat skillfully through the rapids and calmer basins, that occur quickly and capricious. A bit of em
Pezar the crossing, the river is caught between cliffs 400 to 500 meters high you.
The Malène, we recommend parking at the pier in order to make the descent down the river Tarn, by boat, to the circus Baumes. The descent is done by boat 4 or 5 people, with the boatman placed at one end, driving the boat skillfully through the rapids and calmer basins, that occur quickly and capricious. A bit of em
Pezar the crossing, the river is caught between cliffs 400 to 500 meters high you. We went through a very well-kept buildings. According to the boatman told us, this is a old farmhouses that were badly damaged over the years and the continuous river rises. A wealthy foreign purchases, restored and now offer this aspect that you can see. They are to use and enjoy your family and friends.
The boatman will tell us where you can see the grotto of the "mummy", a hole in the rock-like shape of a person. Along the gorges there are many other caves which are the delight of espeólogos. This fall the river is impressive. Formerly, the boatmen of the Malène controlled the only means transport of this valley. In 1904, there were more than 500 boaters, all children of the country. In 1905, when construction began on the road, all materials are transported along the river, loaded onto barges and pulled by horses. Today the boats make the trip from Easter to All Saints and only carry tourists. There are 10 active boats. At dusk, a very powerful spotlights make the "etroits" res plandezcan as if lit by the sun. 
Tarn River is rich in trout and catfish. The latter can reach a much larger size than normal. Lately, the variety of beavers from Canada are trying to colonize the river, with specimens that weigh 40 kg. It is also a place where you can see birds such as whiting and Kingfisher.
Years ago, the vines down the cliffs to the river's edge. Halfway through the journey and on the cliffs, is introducing the cultivation of truffles. Begins to re
c ollective in mid-April.
the end of the walk through the gorges, a mini tow up the boat and a van back to the dock the boat and passengers, making the journey of 8 km. road. Before leaving La Malène worth a visit to the village. There are charming corners houses with well kept gardens which, during the summer, they rented as "Chambres d'Hôtes", a "Bed and Breakfast" à la française. You must visit the castle of Montesquieu, the seventeenth century, converted into a luxury hotel, right at the entrance of the town and the beautiful Romanesque church. Near the church there are signs showing where the river reached in 1982. This year, the Tarn was a rise of 12 m. Halfway through the trip through the gorges is a holiday camp which was completely flooded. Still visible trunks and branches on the tops of the trees. In Santa Enimie, the water came to the church. From the landing
Tarn River is rich in trout and catfish. The latter can reach a much larger size than normal. Lately, the variety of beavers from Canada are trying to colonize the river, with specimens that weigh 40 kg. It is also a place where you can see birds such as whiting and Kingfisher.
Years ago, the vines down the cliffs to the river's edge. Halfway through the journey and on the cliffs, is introducing the cultivation of truffles. Begins to re
c ollective in mid-April. the end of the walk through the gorges, a mini tow up the boat and a van back to the dock the boat and passengers, making the journey of 8 km. road. Before leaving La Malène worth a visit to the village. There are charming corners houses with well kept gardens which, during the summer, they rented as "Chambres d'Hôtes", a "Bed and Breakfast" à la française. You must visit the castle of Montesquieu, the seventeenth century, converted into a luxury hotel, right at the entrance of the town and the beautiful Romanesque church. Near the church there are signs showing where the river reached in 1982. This year, the Tarn was a rise of 12 m. Halfway through the trip through the gorges is a holiday camp which was completely flooded. Still visible trunks and branches on the tops of the trees. In Santa Enimie, the water came to the church. From the landing
La Malène you can take a road up to Point Sublime. It is a viewpoint on the ruins of Montferrand which allows admire the spectacle of the g 
Orges from 400 m. high. Only
Orges from 400 m. high. Only Malène we leave the highway at two levels. There is a rock of 120 m. height where there is always someone doing climbing. In this place you can park your car and enjoy the landscape of rocks that jut making a real "tent" on the road.
At Peyreleau can take the road D-29 to reach Quatre Chemins and then turn right to the hostel Maubert, where you can buy tickets to visit Montpellier-le-Vieux, set of the Causse Noir dolomite rocks that dominate the Dourbie Gorges. It has an area of \u200b\u200b120 hectares. Nature has grouped oddly shaped rocks, resulting from erosion, which create amazing silhouettes whose set evokes the ruins of an ancient legend. It can make the journey on foot (1 
hour) or Subienda ea a small train that goes around this wonderful place.
Leaving Montpellier-le-Vieux, back to Millau by the D-991, across the bridge of Cureplats.
Here ends a journey that can be done even NEED IT a few days and I'm sure you will make very good memory. I appreciate after reading that hicierais serve the "coments" found at the bottom of the page. You can give your opinion, with a few words about what is written and should make the trip, if it was nice. Your feedback is very valuable to me. You can also check www.franceguide.com where you will find plenty of suggestions and tips to make the most of your next trip. A hug and
hour) or Subienda ea a small train that goes around this wonderful place. Leaving Montpellier-le-Vieux, back to Millau by the D-991, across the bridge of Cureplats.
Here ends a journey that can be done even NEED IT a few days and I'm sure you will make very good memory. I appreciate after reading that hicierais serve the "coments" found at the bottom of the page. You can give your opinion, with a few words about what is written and should make the trip, if it was nice. Your feedback is very valuable to me. You can also check www.franceguide.com where you will find plenty of suggestions and tips to make the most of your next trip. A hug and
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