Le Mas de Flaux

89km

Nimes 43km, Avignon 48km, Marseille 142km.
TGV train stations in Nimes(43km)  and Avignon (48km).

Supermarket, restaurants, bar and bakeries in Saint Quentin la Poterie (10-minute walk). Wide range of shops in Uzes (5km).
Hospital in Nimes (36km).

LOCAL MARKETS

Food and wine are the main attractions of the area and sublime food markets abound, notably in Uzes (5km). The Saturday morning market in Uzes, only minutes away, is certainly one not to be missed.

Sunday: Montaren et Saint Mediers (9km) and Sernhac (24km)
Monday: Vers-Pont-du-Gard (15km)
Tuesday: Saint-Quentin-La-Poterie (1km)
Wednesday: Uzes (5km), Collias (14km) and Vers-Pont-du-Gard (15km)
Thursday: Estézargues (27km) and Nimes (30km)
Friday: Saint-Quentin-La-Poterie (1km) and Remoulins (21km)
Saturday: Uzes (5km) and Vers-Pont-du-Gard (15km).

DAY TRIP IDEAS

Uzes (5km)
This charming town is known for having one of the best and biggest markets in the region. The local Place aux Herbes is famous for hosting the market but is also definitely worth a visit on a non-market day with all its pretty outdoor cafés. A great place to watch the world go by! One thing to be said about Uzes is that unlike a lot of other Provencal villages that come to life in the summer, Uzes lives all year-round mixing tourists and locals. Also worth visiting are the magnificent mansions of Duché d’Uzes or the impressive St Etienne church. A stroll along the narrow streets, old-style squares and beautiful medieval towers that dominate the old town is somewhat special and highly recommended. The famous Uzes Provencal markets take place on Wednesday (less crowded than on Saturday) with regional products and specialities while the Saturday market is more about groceries, clothing, jewellery, linens, plants etc. Our advice is to get to the market early as it gets pretty busy.

Collias (12km)
Collias lies on the River Gardon with parking at the water’s edge. Here you can swim in the river or alternatively rent kayaks and head down to Pont du Gard (and be brought back by bus).

Pont du Gard (17km)
The Pont du Gard is a famous 2000-year old Roman aqueduct, UNESCO World Heritage Site and icon of the south of France. It supplied water to Nimes for over five centuries, however by the 9th century it had started to fall into ruin. Much of the aqueduct is still intact today and it is a remarkable site. Nearly 300 metres long and almost 50 metres high, it comprises three levels of arches, progressively narrower at each level. Visitors can walk across the aqueduct to appreciate both the architectural achievement and the great views from the top. There is also a mile-long marked trail around the site so you can see the river and bridge from all angles. Down the road from Pont du Gard is Collias where you can enjoy walking, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking along the Gorges du Gardon down to Pont du Gard.

Nimes (30km)
The city of Nimes has the finest collection of Roman remains in France including the impressive Roman arena, Maison Carrée, Tour Magne, Temple de Diane and many more. To this day the arena hosts spectacular events from musical concerts to bullfighting (killing-free may we add)! Nimes is a lovely city to discover with its tree-lined boulevards, numerous parks, cathedrals all worth a visit. Our favourite is the Quai de la Fontaine leading to the Jardin de la Fontaine where you can stroll along and enjoy a relaxing and very scenic walk.

Avignon (39km)
Avignon, on the banks of the Rhone, is probably best-known these days for the children’s song – Sur le Pont d’Avignon. But for several decades in the 14th century it was the capital of Christendom, after Pope Clement V moved his court here to avoid the chaos in Rome. The legacy of that papal schism can be seen today in the city’s UNESCO-protected architecture, including the vast Palais des Papes. The nearby Châteauneuf-du-Pape, site of a now-ruined castle built by a later pope, still produces acclaimed red wines. The city’s intact ramparts and pedestrianised centre lend Avignon a small-town, medieval feel. Yet each July, the city goes totally 21st century, as thousands of visitors descend for a contemporary performing arts extravaganza, the Festival d’Avignon.

Anduze (40km)
Gateway to the Cevennes National Park, a wild and beautiful mountainous region. Alternatively, take the steam train to La Gare De Saint-Jean Du Gard, halt for lunch before taking the return trip through beautiful scenery.

Orange (43km)
Orange is yet again another Provence marvel with a superb Antique theatre where numerous musical events take place throughout the year. The theatre is 37 meters high and over 100 metres long! Interestingly it is the only Roman theatre in the whole of Europe to have conserved its stage wall. If you get the opportunity to attend an event you will never forget it! The city somehow has a feel of a Provencal village where you can walk around and enjoy the wonderful architecture and discover its charming treasures.

Other places of interest and within an hour’s drive include Anduze bamboo forest (40km), perched villages of Lussan (19km), La Roque sur Ceze (31km), Cornillon (28km) and the amazing Sautadet waterfalls (30km). A little further south you may want to discover the troglodyte caves of Les Baux de Provence on your way to visiting the medieval walled town of Aigues Mortes, Grau du Roi and La Grande Motte in the heart of the magnificent Camargue delta.

NEARBY ACTIVITIES
Golf: Uzes (10km).
Tennis: 100m.
Horse-riding: L’etrier De L’uzège (3km).
Kayaking: Collias (5km).
Water park: Air De Nature (similar to Go-Ape), St Quentin La Poterie (3km) or La Bouscarasse in Serviers (13km).
Hot air ballooning: Uzès (5km).