Activities

We invite you to go to the local agenda so that you don’t miss anything and can enjoy it to the full !

What are the summer holidays for if not the possibility of cooling down with a few leisurely lengths? Come and enjoy a swim …

All sports are possible here. You can play whatever sport you like at Domaine des Barons: football, basketball, badminton… There’s something for everyone!

Our pigmented resin textured surface tennis courts (this is the type of surface used in the Australian and US Open) were entirely renovated in 2020. Which of you will win the match?

Yes, that’s right, we have a padel court. Padel is a sport that is derived from tennis, but is played on a smaller court enclosed …

Our boulodrome welcomes you to take on friends and family in a very “southern” atmosphere. An aperitif is always close at hand…

Our “Outdoor fitness” means that you can exercise in the great outdoors and decided for yourself the level of intensity and difficulty …

Explore all the hidden corners of the Domaine whilst out for a jog and make the most of our fitness equipment which is spread along Domaine’s trails.

An ideal area for children to let off steam whilst their parents keep an eye on them.

Stretching your legs is good. We present 5 circuits between 3 km and 6 km which will take you around the Domaine.

For the more courageous, we present 3 circuits between 6.5 km and 8 km which will take you around the Domaine.

The Mont Bouquet is a vast limestone promontory located between Alès and Bagnols-sur-Cèze, in the Gard department and Occitanie region. The Guidon du Bouquet, its highest point, rises to an altitude of 629 metres.

We suggest you to discover the numerous equestrian centers of the region. Indeed, the Domaine has in its surroundings, several centers or equestrian farms offering various services.

Paragliding is an aerial sport that offers a unique and unforgettable experience. It is an ideal activity to discover the joys of gliding through the air in complete safety, thanks to an expert instructor. If you are looking for a paragliding school in the Gard, you are in luck: the paragliding school of Seynes, located at the foot of Mont Bouquet, is a reference in the region.

GreenPark is a beautiful nature park that offers a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere for all visitors. It offers various activities suitable for all ages…

Le Naturoptère is a cultural and scientific education centre, dedicated to insects, plants and their environment.
It is located at Chemin du Grès – Parc de stationnement, 84830 Sérignan-du-Comtat

The centre has set itself the following objectives:
– to stay open and dynamic,
– to insist on scientific rigour in its approach,
– to commit as much as is reasonably possible to the most ethical and environmentally friendly actions (through the constitution of its collections, the articles for sale in the gift shop, its cultural and financial partnerships)

Aigues-Mortes is a medieval town in the Gard department of southern France. The walled town is surrounded by high ramparts dating back to the 13th century and offers spectacular views of the surrounding salt flats.

(c) photo : OT Aigues-Mortes

In its exceptional setting, the La Bouscarasse water park is unequalled in terms of the possibilities it offers adults for relaxation and enjoying time together and is paradise for children and toddlers.

Aiguèze is a medieval village located in the Gard department in the Occitanie region of southern France. It is perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the river Ardèche.

(c) photo : préparestavalise

Alès is a town in the Gard region of France, offering many tourist attractions for history, culture and nature lovers.

(c) photo : Direction de la Communication/Ville Alès

A backdrop to the Renaissance, Barjac nestles in between the Ardèche and Cèze gorges, on the threshold to the Cévennes. The landscape has certain Tuscan feel to it, having been moulded by farming that is rich in biodiversity and the wild garrigue scrubland to create a sumptuous setting.

Anduze is located at the gateway to the Cévennes. An authentic little town that will charm everyone. There is something here for all tastes: heritage lovers will find a number of beautiful monuments, sports lovers will head off on the trails and footpaths, the regional products will delight food livers and everyone will be in agreement that the landscapes are simply magnificent.

Romanesque, medieval and then classical in turn, Beaucaire was the setting for key events in its history before offering itself up in its modern day form.
Founded in the 7th century B.C., Beaucaire is known as a stopping point on the famous Via Domita which linked Italy to Spain (121 B.C.). It was at this stage that the Via Domita split to go off towards Arles, Nîmes, Remouline and Saint-Gilles. At this time, Beaucaire, which means “beautiful stone”, was called Ugernum.

Cornillon is a village perched on rocks with an interesting historic centre in the north of Languedoc-Roussillon.

In the heart of the Cèze valley in the Gard, Gourdargues is a small, atypical village with 1,000 inhabitants. Nicknamed “the Gardoise Venice” – an exaggeration is goes without saying – its shady canal banks planted with 100 year old plane trees, its fountains and its cool squares make it undeniably appealing. The town is a delightful place to wander, accompanied by the gentle murmur of ever-present water. Restaurants, cellars offering tasting sessions, craft shops, small stores – everything needed for a pleasant stay is right on hand.

Exploring the sloping streets of the old village of La Roque-sur-Cèze is always a treat.
Les Cascades du Sautadet are a spectacular series of waterfalls formed by the Cèze river. The river’s boiling waters thunder down into the cavities it has carved out of the limestone, forming water holes and cauldrons. It’s level drops from 15 metres high over a few dozen metres.

The Camargue is a picturesque region in the south of France located between the two arms of the Rhône River and the Mediterranean Sea. The region is known for its unique natural environment, which includes vast areas of salt marshes, ponds, canals and rice fields.

Le Grau du Roi Port Camargue born of water and sand. A lake of marine origins formed, into which freshwater from inland also flowed. Over time, a passage formed, connecting the lake with the sea = a Grau, which means a passage in Occitan. The Grau du Roi came into being as a result of this opening, which formed from the 13th century onwards.

(c) photo : C.Labrande

Le Vigan is one the most interesting villages to visit in the Cévennes national park.

Lussan, located only 10 minutes from the Domaine, has been named one of the most beautiful villages in France. Because of its position, overhanging the garrigue and offering you a magnificent view with an open panorama on the mounts of Ardèche, the Cevennes and the Mont Ventoux, but also because of its history.

Nîmes, a large town in Occitanie, a region in southern France, was an important outpost during the Roman Empire. Its is known for its well-preserved monuments, such as the Nîmes arena, a 2-storey amphitheatre built in about 70 A.D. which is still used for concerts and bullfights. Maison Carrée, or the Square House, is a white limestone Roman temple.
In the heart of Nîmes city centre, and located opposite the ancient arena, the Musée de la Romanité presents the city’s collections of Roman objects, which are brought to life through the use of 65 multimedia devices (augmented reality, audio-visual technologies). The city’s origins are revealed through the remains of a monumental pediment which adorned the Museum’s central atrium. The double turn stairs lead visitors to the Gallic period; they are then plunged into daily life during the Roman era, getting to know the city and its inhabitants about 2000 years ago. They then travel through the middle ages and right up to the contemporary period to learn about the influence of Roman culture through the ages.

The Pont du Gard (on the communes of Vers-Pont-du-Gard, left bank and Remoulins, right bank), at about 40 minutes from our Domaine, is a bridge-aqueduct built by the Romans in the 1st century A.D. It was built by nearly a thousand men in only five years ! This grandiose monument is classified as a Historic Monument and is listed as a World Heritage Site by Unesco.

(c) photo : Aurélio Rodriguez

Saint-Ambroix is a town with lots of history, as both the Celts and the Romans left evidence of their presence. A fortified town during the Middle Ages, it became an industrial centre at a later stage (the silk industry in the 19th century). It is full of mystery and surprises, with its Rocher du Dugas, its archaeological digs, its troglodytic houses, its castle ruins, its Guisquet tower, its Vòlo-Biòu legend (a bullock who stole), and its altar for human sacrifices which dates from the Celtic period and makes this town unique.

Welcome to Saint-Laurent-des-Arbres! Nestled in the heart of the Lirac wine region, this charming Provençal village is the perfect place to discover the culture and traditions of the region while enjoying quality wines.

A small, but delightful village in a charming setting on the river Cèze.

Saint-Victor-la-Coste is a charming town in the south of France, located in the Gard department in the Occitanie region. Nestled between hills and vineyards, the town offers a peaceful setting and an authentic atmosphere.

Sauve is a charming village in the Gard department in the Occitanie region of southern France. Nestled in the green hills of the Cévennes, Sauve offers a breathtaking view of the Vidourle valley.

Adults will enjoy visiting the historical monuments at Sommières, whilst children might prefer the river beach.

Uzès is a charming town in the south of France, located in the Gard department in the Occitanie region. The town has a rich history dating back to Roman and medieval times, and is famous for its exceptional architectural heritage, cobbled streets and stone houses.

(c) photo : Aurélio Rodriguez

The Val d’Aigoual is a mountainous region in the Cévennes National Park in southern France. It is an ideal destination for nature lovers, with its spectacular scenery and exceptional biodiversity.

The village of Vézénobres, to the north west of Nîmes, is a charming little village which is often overlooked by visitors.

This lack of visitors can no doubt be explained by the presence of its famous neighbour, Avignon, located just the other side of the river. Villeneuve-Lès-Avignon also has lots to offer visitors.