In Destination Pays d'Uzès Pont du Gard, forget the car and opt for the bike! Whether you are amateurs or enthusiasts, we have what you need. Each of our 5 cycle-discovery loops reveals a facet of our territory: heritage of yesteryear, natural heritage, Roman remains, local products... Let yourself be charmed by this wind of freedom and escape as you wish.
The scrubland loop
Between vineyards and scrubland, this bike route in Pays d'Uzès will charm you with its scents, colors and panoramas. At the start of Halles of Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie, the circuit takes us to Vallabrix through the vineyards.
Very quickly, the Brugas career in the background can be discovered, the ideal place for a break
contemplative. Open your eyes when you take the path through the undergrowth, you will be able to
see capitelles, these dry stone shelters typical of the region.
Enjoy the village of Valabrix to take a break at the foot of the church or discover the media library with Renaissance facade. When leaving the village, I advise you to take a trip to the wash house, Chemin de la Fontaine.
Next stage of the Boucle de la Garrigue: Capelle-et-Masmolène and its pondg classified area
Natura 2000. You get there via the hamlet of Masmolène. For the more curious, take a small detour to see the ruins of the keep and the XNUMXth century Romanesque chapel.
Through a landscape of scrubland and orchards you will gradually reach flow. Not to
miss: the church of Flaux, the wash house, and the Black cedar of Lebanon in the cemetery (small detour necessary).
This portion of dirt road can be complicated during heavy rains. After leaving Flaux,
take advantage of the last moments to admire the landscape before returning to Saint-Quentin-la-Poterie.
The Uzège Pont du Gard loop
Are you looking for a complete itinerary that will allow you to discover grandiose sites like the Pont du Gard, the city ofUzes and Gardon gorges ? The Uzège Pont du Gard Loop is made for you! From Uzès, you will wander between nature and villages with exceptional heritage.
First stop: Sanilhac-Sagries, two villages 3 km apart. Don't forget to admire the Château de Sanilhac (private) or stop at La Maison de La Réserve Naturelle which will welcome you from April.
On the road to Collias, a whole new landscape awaits you: the ocher cliffs which line the road constitute a pretty photo spot. If Collias is known for its leisure activities in the heart of the Gardon gorges, the village center is also worth the detour. When it comes out, take the time to admire the superb point of view on the bridge, the Saint-Vincent Church and the Gardon.
After Collias, head towards Pont du Gard. The loop will take you through the Bégude Saint-Pierre, a former coaching inn converted into a hotel restaurant and the Chapelle Saint-Pierre.
You can enjoy your visit to the site to take a swimming break or discover the
museum spaces. The exit is via the right bank, towards the heart of the village of
Remoulins.
After Remoulins, you have the choice of continuing to Castillon-du-Gard, or taking the alternative and going directly to Vers-Pont-du-Gard. I recommend that you follow the path and visit Castillon, the village with its medieval streets and its panorama of the Pont du Gard are essential.
You will then cross the path of Vers-Pont-du-Gard, Argilliers, to finish at Saint-Maximin before returning to Uzès.
The vineyard loop by bike
Rich in flavors and encounters, this bike route takes you to the discovery of a wine region and a very rich natural and historical heritage.
The route begins at aramon, endowed with a beautiful heritage, extremely well preserved. The village itself is worth a visit. To find out the essentials, head to our article “The must-sees in Aramon”.
If you decide to venture directly onto the Vigne à Vélo circuit, you will quickly come across the road to Montfrin, marked by the footprints of the Templars. The Montfrin castle dominates the village. For a magnificent view of the latter, turn to the orientation table.
Between Montfrin and Théziers, the next village on the route, you will be immersed in a landscape of
vines and rockery, which I find similar to the Alpilles. The arrival in Théziers will leave you speechless
gaped. This perched village offers lovely views of the surrounding area. When you leave it, turn around, the view of the Saint-Amant Chapel is superb.
You will then arrive little by little at Domazan which is part of its neighbors Estézargues, Rochefort du Gard and Saze of the AOP Côtes de Rhône Signargues. You are also on the Côtes du Rhône Tourist Route. The village of Domazan is distinguished by its sales cellars in its center where the producers will give you a warm welcome.
Estezargues. Its church, its walkway and its active wash house reveal a
feeling of peace in the village.
The loop of the capitelles
Ideal for a breath of fresh air, this loop will help you discover villages full of charm. Take the time to admire the countryside landscapes, vineyards, scrubland and the view of Mont Bouquet!
From Serviers, take the direction of Aubussargues and its 10th century castle visible from along the road. Before arriving in the village, you will follow the Bourdic river on a road similar to a canyon. Change of scenery guaranteed! In the village of collorgues, don't miss the prehistoric slab, where you can discover superbly preserved traces of mammals 35 to 40 million years old.
After the pretty village of Foissac, a nice climb to go to Marignac awaits you; but
courage… it’s worth it! At the end is the reward: a exceptional panorama of the Cévennes. The descent is just as beautiful, through the olive fields you will see the towers of Uzès in the distance.
Aigaliers is an opportunity to take a refreshing break. The particularity of the village? Its 9 wash houses, and yes
just that ! To visit them, however, you will have to deviate a little from the route.
On the return to Serviers, pay attention to the dirt road between Fousssarges and Labaume.
The aqueduct loop
A loop that should please history buffs and foodies with many remarkable heritage elements and oil mills along the route.
From kiss you and after a few pedal strokes, you will be able to discover an educational layout around the theme of the aqueduct, a mosaic fresco and an old waterwheel.
Then head towards Cabrières, pretty little village in the heart of the scrubland. Once you arrive in Lédenon, the municipal park invites you to take a picnic break. When you leave, raise your head and you will have a superb view of the Lédenon castle. If you want to go there, prepare your calves because it is a very sporty climb that awaits you.
Through the scrubland, then reach the village of Saint-Bonnet-du-Gard and its Romanesque church
fortified. After passing the railway line and taking the Voie Verte du Pont du Gard, we advise you to take the “Vestiges of the Aqueduct” variant which will take you in the direction of authentic remains of the aqueduct.
To do this, leave the greenway and following the signs, go up towards the Vallon d'Escaunes in Cantarelles. The Le Vallon d'Escaunes association is working on the development of this magnificent site crossed by the Roman aqueduct in the town of Sernhac.
Finally, the village of Meynes and its shaded town hall square is the ideal place to end this loop.
La Pont du Gard Greenway and section of Via Rhona will also allow you to discover the Destination Pays d'Uzès Pont du Gard in gentle mobility through its diversity of landscapes and its charming villages.
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