Uzès

Uzès

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownUzèsMontaren-et-Saint-Médiers at 4.2 km (6 min)
Insee code30334Arpaillargues-et-Aureillac at 4.8 km (7 min)
Postcode30700Saint-Siffret at 5.2 km (6 min)
Latitude44.0121100Saint-Maximin at 5.3 km (7 min)
Longitude4.4199460Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie at 5.4 km (7 min)
AltitudeFrom 49 to 274 metersServiers-et-Labaume at 6.6 km (8 min)
Surface25.41 km²Saint-Hippolyte-de-Montaigu at 7 km (8 min)
Population8088 inhabitantsSanilhac-Sagriès at 7.5 km (10 min)
Density327 inhabitants/km²Flaux at 8 km (9 min)
National labelBlauzac at 8.1 km (9 min)
Chief townNîmes (at 24 km, 28 min)Vallabrix at 8.2 km (10 min)
DepartmentGardSaint-Victor-des-Oules at 8.2 km (9 min)
RegionLanguedoc-RoussillonSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Uzès first Duchy of France, is a medieval town in the Gard.

Under the leadership of André Malraux, it was completely renovated and enjoys a heritage of rare beauty.

The history of this town reads every street corner, at the turn of each lane, which gives it a charm and peculiar nobility. It is named the Belle of stone, but Uzès is not only a city but a museum town alive.

It is located 25 km from Nimes, 30 km from Avignon and the gates of the Cevennes.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Walking through this picturesque town in his fancy or follow the historic route proposed by the tourist office, stroll through the small pedestrian streets and discover the old facades, the medieval garden, the Duchy and its garden, cathedral, shaded places and various fountains that adorn the route.
  • Visit the Duchy (castle of the 12th and 18th century), the medieval garden, the cathedral?
  • Refresh the terraces of cafes around the Place aux Herbes, favorite spot, shaded by plane trees and decorated with a beautiful fountain.
  • Explore this beautiful city of boutiques, cafes, restaurants where you can enjoy good local cuisine, art galleries, glaciers ...
  • A film, a beautiful library open to general public.
  • Uzès has a beautiful swimming pool, tennis courts, a water park, rides. You can also go swimming in the Gardon or fish in rivers or ponds near the city. In the field of leisure, Uzès offers an infinite variety of activities, walking, cycling, mountain biking, horseback ...
Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Uzès
Leisure centresGolf Course of Uzès,   Museum of Uzès - Georges Borias
MonumentsCathedral Saint-Théodorit,   Church Saint-Étienne

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Uzès is a city alive multiplying cultural initiatives and has many renowned festivals (dance, music, comics), fairs (wines, antiques, jewelry ...)
  • Twice a week, markets drive the Place aux Herbes and surrounding streets
  • The city hosts flea markets and antique

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • There are many routes and marked trails, canoeing in the gorges of the Gardon, balloon trips, baptisms air plane.
  • Just steps from the city, for the most courageous, descend into the valley of the Eure where you can see the remains of the Roman aqueduct that brought water to the Pont du Gard and walk along the River Alzon which are arranged tables and benches for lovers picnic.
  • For lovers of fine wines, visit several vineyards, finding good cellars, tastings.
  • As for art lovers, they will find enough to spend their time discovering the painted furniture, specialty Uzès, pottery in St Quentin la Poterie (small village 5 km) or the ceramic Lussan ( 15 km).
  • Do not miss visiting the National Stud on the outskirts of the city followed by a performance dressage Lucien Gruss.
  • Also discover all the little villages around Uzès: Lussan, Castilon-du-Gard, Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie Saint-Maximin, Collias?
PHOTOS
Uzès, cathedral
 
Uzès, Hotel Entraigues
The Duchy
 
Place aux Herbes
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WEATHER
Monday 13 February
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Min. -5°C - Max. 2°C
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. -1°C - Max. 5°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 11°C
RESTAURANTS 
Les Terroirs  
8
Uzès
This address located in front of the fountain in the charming Place aux Herbes in Uzès is a local produce shop and a restaurant. In the delicatessen adjoining the restaurant, you will...
Located in UzèsFrom 10 € to 20 € per person 
Le Gardon
Collias
The pleasantly decorated dining room of the Restaurant L'Oliveraie opens out onto the garden and terrace which is covered by a wrought iron arbor. Chef Jean-Luc Jourdain, native of...
Located 7 km from UzèsFrom 20 € to 35 € per person 
L'enclos de la fontaine - Hôtel Imperator
Nîmes
The gourmet restaurant of the Hotel Imperator **** in Nîmes offers fine dining tradition and creativity, designed by Chef Thierry Plaideau. Throughout the year, the tables are set under...
Located 20 km from UzèsFrom 20 € to 65 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Mas des Sages    
9.3
Aubussargues
Le Mas des Sages, charming gite and bed & breakfas between Provence and Cévennes, at 8 km from Uzès and 25 km from Nîmes. This ancient mansion, built in the years 1700 and vamped over...
Located 7.5 km from UzèsFrom 65 € to 80 € the double room 
Chambres d'hôtes de l'enclos  
Collias
Halfway between the Mediterranean and the Cevennes, Avignon and Nimes, Languedoc and Provence, the village of Collias is ideal for those who are hungry for excursions or simply wishing...
Located 8.1 km from UzèsFrom 65 € to 75 € the double room 
Les Cigales  
Poulx
Located in a village green between Nimes and Uzes, our home can accommodate with its 5 cottages, 13 tourists who can enjoy a calm and absolute comfort in a tropical paradise.
Located 12.1 km from Uzès 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Quennesson
Uzès
1660 stone house downtown vaulted room very charming courtyard.
Located in UzèsFrom 320 € to 520 € per week 
Uzes : Joli appartement du 18 eme siècle
Uzès
This apartment is in the center historic town and has a beautiful view on the caslte and a lovely peinted ceiling of 18th century. You have a living room with a kitchen with all the...
Located in UzèsFrom 350 € to 500 € per week 
Cottage provencal climatise et piscine  
9.6
Uzès
Provence lovely cottage, with air-conditioning in the countryside, just 4 km from the lovely town of Uzes.
Located in UzèsFrom 350 € to 750 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Domaine du Moulin Neuf    
8.9
Uzès
15 minutes from Pont du Gard and 5 minutes from Uzès, in the countryside, Domaine Le Moulin Neuf is located on a site of 5 hectares, or calm, tranquility and a great holiday go well...
Located in UzèsFrom 14.50 € to 18 € per day 
Beau Rivage    
9.6
Cardet
Beau Rivage is a very agreeable family camp site near the beautiful Cevennes. Our terrain stretches along the river and the pitches are big. There is a lot of shade and also a lot of...
Located 28 km from Uzès 
Universal    
8.3
Rochegude
Nearby the fabulous Gorges de L'Ardeche and the beautiful village of Barjac, here is our little family campsite of 90 pitches spacious and shady with direct access to the river Ceze....
Located 30 km from UzèsFrom 15 € to 25 € per day 

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HOTELS
Residence Le Mas des Oliviers - Uzes Loc Vacances    
8.4
Uzès
Set 50 metres from the centre of Uzes, this Provencal-style property offers a heated, indoor swimming pool. You can walk the 600 metres to Uzes Cathedral or browse the free Wi-Fi in...
Located in UzèsRoom from 31 €
Best Western Uzès Pont du Gard     
7.7
Uzès
Best Western Uzès Pont du Gard offers comfortable and well-equipped rooms in the centre of Uzès. Enjoy access to an outdoor swimming pool, 2 tennis courts and an excellent restaurant....
Located in UzèsRoom from 60 €
Hôtel Le Saint-Geniès     
8.8
Uzès
This family hotel sits in a garden, in a quiet residential area, 1.5 km from Uzès historical centre. It has an outdoor pool and offers nice views over the countryside. Hotel Le saint-Geniès...
Located in UzèsRoom from 60 €

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Gard
Kyriad Nîmes Ouest
Located an 8-minute drive from the centre of Nîmes, this 2-star hotel is ideally located 2 km from the A9 motorway. You can...
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