Visit Saint Guilhem le Désert near the campsite

Rent your vacation accommodation at camping Le Val d’Hérault

Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert is an ideal place for a vacation with family or friends. The nearby Le Val d’Hérault campsite offers vacation rentals to suit every need. The mobile homes, which can accommodate 2 to 6 people, have all the comforts you need for a peaceful vacation. The pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes are spacious and blend in perfectly with the surrounding countryside, typical of the Cévennes.

Our campsite near Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert has the advantage of overlooking a river, ideal for cooling off in summer or for fishing. One of the major advantages of a campsite located on the banks of the Hérault river is access to a private beach, as well as an aquatic area. Take advantage of the large swimming pool to relax or have fun in complete safety.

Camping Le Val d’Hérault is the perfect place to discover the Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert region in a family-friendly, authentic Cévennes du Sud setting. It’s close to shops and restaurants, and you can also explore the many hiking trails in the area. Don’t hesitate to book your vacation rental in Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert to spend an unforgettable vacation in the Hérault valley and discover all its treasures.

Visit the medieval village of Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert

Staying at Le Val d’Hérault campsite means you can easily visit Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert and discover its rich historical heritage. Listed as one of France’s Most Beautiful Villages, Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert was built around the Gellone Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage site and an essential stopover on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela. With its cloister, it’s a veritable jewel of Romanesque art in the Languedoc region, and a must-see.

Other remarkable buildings await you in this picturesque village: maison Lorimy, église Saint-Laurent, tour des Prisons and château du Géant. A visit to the Musée du Village d’Antan (Museum of the Village of Yesteryear) will give you an insight into the craftsmanship of Languedoc santons and the history of the trades of yesteryear.

You can also stroll through the typical narrow streets of this medieval village and admire the waterfall that runs through the heart of the village. In the central square, you’ll enjoy a pleasant sensation of coolness in the shade of the historic plane tree, over a century old. Numerous boutiques and craft workshops will give you the opportunity to discover local crafts. You’re sure to come away with some unique souvenirs of your stay in the Hérault valley.

Canoeing and hiking

Close to Le Val d’Hérault campsite, the village of Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert is a prime location in the southern Cévennes for canoeing down the Hérault gorges. Take the whole family on a river trip through the steep gorges of the Hérault.
In this mineral world, at the foot of vertiginous cliffs, you’ll appreciate the freshness of a trip down a shallow river, perfect for a safe family activity. Unique natural landscapes will unfold before your eyes as you go. From our campsite in Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, you can take a canoe, kayak or rowboat down the Hérault to the Pont du Diable, or opt for a paddle to make the most of the water.

If you prefer hiking, take the whole family on the Fenestrettes circuit in the Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert mountains. Although the walk is a bit strenuous, it’s accessible to all. This 10-kilometer loop trail offers exceptional panoramic views. Built in the past by the monks of Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert Abbey, the trail corbels along the monumental limestone cliffs of the cirque de l’Infernet. On arrival, the reward is well worth the effort: a magnificent panorama from the Causse des Cévennes plateau, overlooking the Hérault valley and offering a distant view of the Mediterranean.

For the less sporty, or families with young children, there are many other itineraries that will take you between vineyards and olive groves, on less steep paths. Whatever the composition of your group, you’ll find an itinerary to suit you in Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, in the Hérault valley.

Discover the Hérault Valley on a campsite in St Guilhem le Désert

Le Val d’Hérault family campsite in Brissac (34) is located just half an hour from Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, in the Hérault hinterland. Ideally located, it will enable you to discover not only Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, but also all the treasures of the Hérault valley. You can visit several times during your stay to take full advantage of the richness of the area and the exceptional natural sites nearby: the Hérault gorges, the Infernet cirque, the Salagou lake, the Clamouse cave, the Pont du Diable, and many others.

With a wide range of activities and services, our 4-star establishment is sure to accompany you on your Cevennes adventure. The Hérault Gorges offer the perfect natural setting for outdoor activities. That’s why Le Val d’Hérault has teamed up with a number of sporting partners to offer holidaymakers special rates on attractions close to the campsite. You can canoe along the Hérault river to the Saint-Étienne d’Issensac bridge, climb the Thaurac plateau, canyoneer in the Gorges de l’Hérault or explore the local environment on discovery hikes.

You’ll also be amazed by the beautiful villages around the campsite and Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert. The medieval towns of Saint-Martin-de-Londres, Gignac and Olargues, perched on its rock on the Caroux mountain, are well worth a visit. As for entertainment, you’ll find everything you need at our 4-star campsite in the Southern Cévennes. The entire team prepares a tailor-made entertainment program for you during the high season, and offers activities for young and old all year round.

Come and join us to discover all the wonders of the Southern Cévennes and the Hérault Valley.