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Monuments and Historic sites

An invitation to discover 2,000 years of history...


Step back in time and marvel at the exceptional heritage of the Pays de Sommières! From Roman remains to medieval treasures, the destination has many fascinating sites that bear witness to a rich past. Castles, a unique inhabited Roman bridge, a medieval town with timeless charm, mills from yesteryear and picturesque chapels... Each place tells its own story!

Follow in the footsteps of the civilisations that have shaped the Pays de Sommières and admire the architectural heritage left behind over the centuries. Whether you're a history buff, a lover of old stones or just curious, these monuments and tourist sites promise you an unforgettable discovery of culture, nature and authenticity.

Château de Pondres © @chateaudepondres Pondres Castle Villevieille Discover a historical gem, its fortifications, its park with its century-old trees, witnesses to a remarkable heritage.
Château de Villevieille_Villevieille - Vue d'ensemble du monument © Alexandre Mazzocco Château de Villevieille Villevieille Discover the castle, the outdoor areas with the garden and the inner courtyard, with a guide.
Le Site des Terriers_Villevieille - Famille sur le site archéologique © Alexandre Mazzocco Le Site des Terriers in Villevieille Villevieille This archaeological site has revealed a Gallo-Roman residential area and has reconstructed one of the houses.
Prieuré Saint-Pierre_Aspères - ancien cimetière et ruines © Office de Tourisme du Pays de Sommières Saint Peter's Priory in Aspères Aspères The ruins of the ancient Saint-Pierre d'Aspères church, built in the 9th century by the Benedictine monks of Psalmodi: a thousand-year-old site bearing...
Les Moulins du Roc de Gachone - Groupe d'amis au sommet, à proximité d'un moulin, vue sur le Pic Saint-Loup. © Alexandre Mazzocco Les Moulins du Roc de Gachone in Calvisson Calvisson Four windmills were built at the top of the Roc Gachone, the highest point of the Vaunage.
Temple de Crespian © Alexandre Mazzocco Crespian temple Crespian Temple adorned with a bell tower and an oculus with traditional stone and canal tile architecture.
Temple de Junas_Junas - Clocher © Alexandre Mazzocco Junas temple Junas A Protestant legacy from the 19th century, the Junas temple stands out for its sober, elegant architecture.
Chapelle Notre-Dame de Jouffe - Vestiges de la chapelle dans la garrigue © Alexandre Mazzocco Notre-Dame de Jouffe chapel in Montmirat Montmirat The chapel is the oldest sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin in the Gard, located in the garrigue.
Chapelle Saint-Julien de Montredon - Chapelle isolée au milieu des vignes © Alexandre Mazzocco Saint-Julien de Montredon chapel in Salinelles Salinelles The chapel is a perfect example of Romanesque art in the middle of the vineyards.
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CLOSE TO THE PAYS DE SOMMIÈRES REGION...

You can also discover some of the most historic sites on the doorstep of the Cévennes!


Continue your exploration just forty minutes from the Pays de Sommières... The Cévennes region has a wealth of historical treasures not to be missed! Immerse yourself in mining history at the Mine Témoin d'Alès, a fascinating site that traces the daily lives of miners and the development of this iconic industry.