Holiday rentals and lettings in Gard

Holidu offers a wide range of holiday rentals in the Gard for the general public. These include charming cottages in the heart of the Cévennes and modern residences located on the coast. Easily find holiday rentals online and discover the pleasures of the Gard

The Gard is part of the Languedoc-Roussillon region and has a population of about 700,000 inhabitants. This department covers 5,800 km2, including 3,800 km2 of natural areas. Its prefecture and its most emblematic municipality is Nîmes, where 147,000 people live. Would you like to breathe the sea air every morning and sunbathe on your balcony? Holiday rentals are available at Le Grau-du-Roi, for example. Lettings with rustic or contemporary decoration are also available in the city centre of Nîmes, Alès and Beaucaire, and the attractiveness of the Gard lies partly in the variety of its landscapes and relief. Rice fields, ponds and sandy coastlines still fascinate tourists in the south of the department, in the famous Camargue. In the northeast reigns the scrubland, this vegetation similar to the scrub that is found in Corsica. The altitude climbs to the northwest of the Gard, with the Cévennes mountain range. Its national park is home to a very rich fauna and flora, where more than 2,400 animal species are listed. Wonder is at its height for visitors to the Causses. They have the opportunity to admire the megaliths, dolmens that can reach up to 4.50 metres in height.

The Gard coast is characterised by its dynamism, young people particularly appreciate the many water sports activities on offer. Those who stay in the backcountry can also enjoy themselves at the Bouscarasse water park near Uzès. The variety of the relief offers landscapes as attractive as they are atypical. There is nothing better than a walk to see them and capture them in pictures. The Gorges du Gardon, the Ermitage de Collias, the Vallée de l'Eure in Uzes...there are many marked trails in the Gard...Le Pélardon is a famous Cévennes cheese that you can find on some local markets. It is highlighted during the Printemps du Pélardon, held every year in Vigan. Strawberries from Nîmes are other commendable culinary specialities, which are highly praised well beyond the city of the Antonins, by delicatessens and restaurants alike.

1. The Arena of Nîmes. The visit of this incredibly well preserved amphitheatre is an essential part of a stay in the South of France. It had a capacity of 24,000 people and was used for various types of events, particularly spectacular gladiatorial battles. A wide choice of holiday rentals is available near this ancient building.

2. The Pont du Gard. The Roman aqueduct is 275 metres long and has 3 floors. Its function was to bring water from Uzès to Nîmes, which in the past was called Nemaususus. This ancient work is one of the most joyful of ancient architecture in France.

3. The Seaquarium. The Grau-du-Roi Seaquarium is a fun and exotic journey through the seas and oceans of the world. The zebra shark, guitar ray and loggerhead turtle are among the must-see fish in the various aquariums. Its teams make it a point of honour to raise visitors' awareness of the protection of many species.

4. The Salamander cave. This unique site has only been accessible to the general public for a few years. Only speleologists could actually enter and contemplate its riches before 2012.

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abseiling down the natural well is a unique experience to experience during a visit to this cave, located in Saint-Privat de Champclos.

5. The towers and ramparts of Aigues-Mortes. The city of Saint Louis is one of the most visited sights in Languedoc-Roussillon. History buffs are thrilled by observing the specific features of this medieval military architecture. In addition, the views over the salt flats and vineyards amaze young and old alike.

This department is home to a rich historical heritage and promises you a very informative stay. Its Mediterranean climate is one of its other assets, highlighting the seaside in all seasons. Take advantage of the large selection of rentals on Holidu to book your dream holiday in the Gard.