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Saint-André-de-Majencoules

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Gard

Saint-André-de-Majencoules - Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Gard
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Small picturesque village in Gard, Saint-André-de-Majencoules is located in the heart of the Cévennes, in an exceptional natural setting. This rural commune with three natural areas of ecological, fauna and flora interest, takes place in the Vigan catchment area, not far from Mandagout, Saint-Julien-de-la Nef and Roquedur.

The one which takes its name from the Latin Majorès collès, meaning large hills, developed mainly in the 12th century with the construction of a priory by Benedictine monks. Long known for the cultivation of sweet onions, now AOC, and pippin apples, the commune of Saint-André-de-Majencoules was once a major place for silk production.

A rich architectural heritage bears witness to these great times.

Geographical information

MunicipalitySaint-André-de-Majencoules
Postcode30570
Latitude44.0281290 (N 44° 1’ 41”)
Longitude3.6746950 (E 3° 40’ 29”)
AltitudeFrom 180m to 900m
Surface area21.79 km²
Population612 inhabitants
Density28 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureNîmes (80 km, 1:27)
Insee code30229
IntercommunalityCC Causses Aigoual Cévennes
DepartmentGard
TerritoryLanguedoc-Roussillon
RegionOccitanie

Nearest cities & towns

Mandagout10.1 km (16 min)
Le Vigan10.8 km (17 min)
Val-d'Aigoual11 km (16 min)
Saint-Julien-de-la-Nef11.4 km (15 min)
Saint-Martial12.8 km (23 min)
Sumène12.8 km (22 min)
Avèze13.2 km (21 min)
Roquedur14.1 km (24 min)
Molières-Cavaillac15.6 km (24 min)
Ganges17.3 km (22 min)
Bréau-Mars17.4 km (26 min)
Aulas17.4 km (25 min)
Cazilhac17.5 km (22 min)
Pommiers17.8 km (28 min)

Things to see and do

The village of the end of the 11th century or even the temple of the United Protestant Church of France.

While passing through the town, don't miss the exterior of the 18th century Saint-André-de-Majencoules castle, the bases of which date back to the 13th century, as well as the Rey castle. Burnt down during the French Revolution, this 13th century building was restored and extensively remodeled in the 19th century in the Troubadour style. You can notably admire towers with conical slate roofs.

A true little ecological paradise, the Sambucs garden invites you to stroll as you wish, between a stroll at the foot of the stone trees or a nap in the shade. The opportunity to discover the mosaic cave, the exhibitions and other workshops offered regularly.

But Saint-André-de-Majencoules also includes more than sixty kilometers of marked loop hiking trails. A map listing all the circuits is available for sale in the tourist offices of Valleraugue, Le Vigan and Ganges, as well as at the town hall or at the municipal café.

Places of interest

Leisure centres
Monuments
Natural sites

Events and festivities

An artisan night market is offered on Wednesday evenings, from the beginning of July to the end of August.

A jazz festival takes place in the courtyard of the castle of Saint-André-de-Majencoules at the beginning of June.

At the beginning of July, the festival committee organizes the traditional municipal festival with activities for young and old on the program: garage sales, festive aperitifs, musical evenings, etc.

Photos

The castle
The castle
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The village under a ray of sunshine
The village under a ray of sunshine
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Weather

Friday 19 april
Min. 4°C - Max. 19°C
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Saturday 20 april
Min. 7°C - Max. 17°C
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Sunday 21 april
Min. 2°C - Max. 15°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Caving for all levels
Sports sensations50 € to 125 € Cazilhac (11.9 km)
Canoe-Kayak in the Hérault gorges
Sports sensations20 € to 45 € Saint-Bauzille-de-Putois (14.6 km)
Wine tasting at Domaine de Sainte Agnès
Local flavoursFreeSaint-Mathieu-de-Tréviers (32 km)
Cellar tour and tasting at the Domaine Grand Chemin
Local flavoursFreeSavignargues (34 km)
Accompanied all-terrain electric scooter ride
Nature and the great outdoors28 € to 55 € Alès (36 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
Vineyard trail
HikeEasy1:15Brissac (16.9 km)
Trail of the Career - Moissac Vallée Française
HikeAthletic5:25Moissac-Vallée-Française (17.4 km)
Walk to Navacelles
HikeEasy3:00Campestre-et-Luc (22 km)
Visit to a Knights Templar village
HikeEasy3:00Campestre-et-Luc (22 km)
Sea of Rocks
HikeEasy1:00Sauve (24 km)

Restaurants

Bed & breakfasts

Vacation rentals

Campsites

Hotels

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