Sommières

Sommières

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownSommièresVillevieille at 1.4 km (3 min)
Insee code30321Boisseron at 3 km (3 min)
Postcode30250Aujargues at 3.6 km (5 min)
Latitude43.7834500Salinelles at 4.8 km (6 min)
Longitude4.0897380Souvignargues at 4.9 km (6 min)
AltitudeFrom 19 to 106 metersSaussines at 5.5 km (6 min)
Surface10.36 km²Junas at 5.9 km (8 min)
Population4484 inhabitantsFontanès at 6.2 km (7 min)
Density434 inhabitants/km²Campagne at 6.5 km (8 min)
Chief townNîmes (at 39 km, 35 min)Saint-Sériès at 6.8 km (8 min)
DepartmentGardGalargues at 7.1 km (9 min)
RegionLanguedoc-RoussillonSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Between the Mediterranean and the Cevennes, the gateway to the Camargue, situated between two major cities of the Languedoc, Montpellier and Nimes, the country Sommières offers its hospitality and reveals its charms.

On the land of scrub woodland, scented with lavender, thyme, rosemary, and its warm and sunny climate, every village of the Association of local houses of rich sites of the past several thousand years.

Haven, a crossroads between the sea and the Cevennes, full of local traditions (celebrations, the bullfinch), the country Sommières is a welcoming and enjoyable to discover the richness of its heritage and people who live .


SIGHTSEEING

Of Sommières to Caveirac, close to Nîmes, the greenway provides walking in all its forms and safely. It is primarily intended for the practice of non-motorized vehicles: bicycles, rollerblades, strollers, wheelchairs and pedestrians of course. Built on the former route of the railway, the route passes through countryside and villages of the Pays de Sommières and Vaunage. Throughout his career it offers connections to hiking to multiply opportunities for discovery. Cartoguide a sale at the Tourist Office lists 250 km of hiking trails starting from Sommières and villages.

250 km of hiking trails have been around Sommières. These paths multi activities, which can be practiced both on foot, by bike or on horseback (for some). A Cartoguide is on sale at the Tourist Office.

The Vidourle, thanks to the quality of its landscape, a river is very popular with fishermen. The richness and diversity of its communities provide shelter for many species. A Sommières, the banks are equipped with a course CARP ANGLERS. To fish, you must be equipped with a fishing license, available all year at the Tourist Office. Near the campsite on the edge of Sommières Vidourle, a part of the river was built in summary for swimming and for your enjoyment because you can soak up the sun. Warning: the river swimming is allowed but it is not supervised by a lifeguard.

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Information pointsTourist Office of Sommières

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

For centuries, the city of Sommières, instead of trade and commerce, seduces visitors with its Saturday morning market. Full-color squares and streets host numerous exhibitors throughout the year. But perhaps in the months of spring and summer that the market and the flea market is especially lively and attractive.

Every Wednesday evening in the summer in July and August from 18h, the night market to discover crafts and local products. For some time one of the great fairs of the past, the fair of Saint Michel in late October, was handed up to date, attracting a large crowd.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Summer in the Country Sommières is rich in entertainment! Whether you are a family or couple, curious, sports or simple wanderer, large or small, everyone can find entertainment tailored to their tastes and desires: to discover the history of villages, laughing with the scene, escape with stories, participate in workshops at the castle, or cross Vidourle zip line ... the possibilities are numerous distractions. And if you want to relax, you simply install the shores of Vidourle, feet in water or on the beach Garanel (swimming but no lifeguard) and take the time to see the time go ...!

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WEATHER
Monday 4 June
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Tuesday 5 June
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Wednesday 6 June
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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Mas de la Rivoire  
Villevieille
Welcome to the Mas de la Rivoire, a 700 year old farmhouse, recently fully restored and brought back in original condition. The Mas is situated in the Languedoc-Roussillon, near the...
Located 1.8 km from SommièresFrom 100 € to 175 € the double room 
La Méridienne  
Boisseron
The Meridian is a home winemaker seventeenth, between the church and the castle, the walls of Boisseron, located at the gateway to the Camargue and the Cévennes few km. The ground floor...
Located 2.6 km from SommièresFrom 51 € to 71 € the double room 
Maison d'hôtes La Boca  
Sommières
The guest house is part of a vineyard farmhouse, 18th century Mas is composed of several bodies. The house is locatedout side Sommières, medievaland roman town. All around, vineyards...
Located in SommièresFrom 50 € to 90 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Le Gite du Bonheur
Aubais
Located between Aubais and Villetelle, 350 m of Vidourle, 8 km from Sommières, Gîte du Bonheur can accommodate several homes up to 6 people comfortably. Built on 2500 m² of land and...
Located 5.7 km from SommièresFrom 310 € to 580 € per week 
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Calvisson
Between Nimes and Monpelier, especially rent 3 bedroom villa (sleeps 10 maximum) in an area of ​​recent vavances (2008) with 2 swimming pools (one heated), sports ground, mini-golf,...
Located 6.7 km from SommièresFrom 350 € to 950 € per week 
Appartement et chambres d'hôtes Gard  
9.6
Sardan
Between seeside and Cevennes, our superb guest house, Les Restanques, make available an apartment and two houses with summer kitchen and pool. Under the pines, THE Restanques are surrounded...
Located 8.6 km from SommièresFrom 300 € to 600 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping l olivier    
9.2
Junas
Family camping on a human scale where you can relax, have fun with various activities, relax with the greenway, visit a region very rich. This site offers all the comfort to stay in...
Located 3.2 km from SommièresFrom 13.20 € to 14.90 € per day 
Camping Les Chênes  
Junas
Under the sun Languedoc, in the shadow of its oaks, 30 minutes from the beach, 20 minutes of Nimes and Montpellier, in the foothills of the Cevennes, Camping Caravaning The Oaks welcomes...
Located 3.7 km from SommièresFrom 13.10 € to 15.10 € per day 
Camping le Fou du Roi    
8.4
Lansargues
Located 15 minutes from the beaches of the Mediterranean Sea, in the heart of the Petite Camargue, land of bulls, horses and pink flamingos, Camping le Fou du Roi has all the amenities:...
Located 14.8 km from SommièresFrom 13.90 € to 20.80 € per day 

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HOTELS
Maison d'Hôtes La Boca 
Sommières
Set in a 17th-century Provencal country house, this B&B is located in Sommières, 18 km from Lunel. Surrounded by vineyards and a planted park of 1 acre, guests can relax on the furnished...
Located in SommièresRoom from 49 €
Auberge Du Pont Romain     
8.2
Sommières
Located between the Gard and Herault departments in the medieval town of Sommières, the Auberge Du Pont Romain is set in a old carpet factory dating back from the 19th century. Overlooking...
Located in SommièresRoom from 70 €
Domaine de Gallières 
Saint-Sériès
This 19th-century former winegrower’s mansion is surrounded by gardens in the hamlet of Saint Felix. It offers B&B accommodation with free Wi-Fi access and an outdoor swimming pool....
Located 4.9 km from SommièresRoom from 90 €

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Résidence Cap Med
This residence features an outdoor pool and fitness room, and offers modern apartments with a private garden or terrace....
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