Domaine de Saxe-Roux Guidebook
Sightseeing
A nearby village, about 20 minutes away from Sauve has a lively Saturday marche and Sunday Brocante each week. A variety of restaurants, an old castle on the hill, and a beautiful river makes it a great day. The best Crepe restaurant you can find anywhere is in Sommieres and has a terrace overlooking the river. Make a reservation during summer months. In the summer there are the Taureau games that are great fun to watch.
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Sommières
A nearby village, about 20 minutes away from Sauve has a lively Saturday marche and Sunday Brocante each week. A variety of restaurants, an old castle on the hill, and a beautiful river makes it a great day. The best Crepe restaurant you can find anywhere is in Sommieres and has a terrace overlooking the river. Make a reservation during summer months. In the summer there are the Taureau games that are great fun to watch.
Sightseeing
Sauve: Sauve is situated at the base of the Cevennes mountains with many vineyards, many small french villages, numerous hiking and biking trails, and kayaking/ canoeing during the summer. On the heights above the village of Sauve is the famous, La Mer de Rochers - the ocean of rocks, which provides hikers with magnificent views, sculpted rocks, wild nature, known for its restorative and transformative powers. There are approximately 10 restaurants and cafes in Sauve (some closed in winter months). It is a beautiful Medieval village with a tourist office and perfect place for photography and painting.
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Sauve
Sauve: Sauve is situated at the base of the Cevennes mountains with many vineyards, many small french villages, numerous hiking and biking trails, and kayaking/ canoeing during the summer. On the heights above the village of Sauve is the famous, La Mer de Rochers - the ocean of rocks, which provides hikers with magnificent views, sculpted rocks, wild nature, known for its restorative and transformative powers. There are approximately 10 restaurants and cafes in Sauve (some closed in winter months). It is a beautiful Medieval village with a tourist office and perfect place for photography and painting.
Driving 50 minutes by car on beautiful small country roads will take you to beautiful medieval town and Duchessy of Uzes, which has another well-known Saturday and Wednesday bio market which is definitely worth visiting. Go to St. Quentin-la-Poterie to visit numerous potters and wander the old streets. Walk in the Vallee du d'eure, (right below the village) and visit the Pont du Gard. Take a swim at nearby Collias or rent Kayaks and canoe down the Gard river under the Pont du Gard. This is a full day with all to visit.
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Uzès
Driving 50 minutes by car on beautiful small country roads will take you to beautiful medieval town and Duchessy of Uzes, which has another well-known Saturday and Wednesday bio market which is definitely worth visiting. Go to St. Quentin-la-Poterie to visit numerous potters and wander the old streets. Walk in the Vallee du d'eure, (right below the village) and visit the Pont du Gard. Take a swim at nearby Collias or rent Kayaks and canoe down the Gard river under the Pont du Gard. This is a full day with all to visit.
Drive 20 minutes to the famous potters town of Anduze or take the old Steam Train to St-Jean-du-Gard for lunch and then return. The train also stops at the Bambouserie (Bambou forest and gardens) along the way which is an amazing garden of bamboos and various other plants.
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Anduze
Drive 20 minutes to the famous potters town of Anduze or take the old Steam Train to St-Jean-du-Gard for lunch and then return. The train also stops at the Bambouserie (Bambou forest and gardens) along the way which is an amazing garden of bamboos and various other plants.
The place in which Van Gogh painted. There ar numerous things to visit here from museums to Van Gogh galeries, the old colisuem, (watch a real bullfight), the La Luma, new modern architecture in the middle of Arles. From Arles you can also visit St. Maries de la Mer.
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Arles
The place in which Van Gogh painted. There ar numerous things to visit here from museums to Van Gogh galeries, the old colisuem, (watch a real bullfight), the La Luma, new modern architecture in the middle of Arles. From Arles you can also visit St. Maries de la Mer.
Wine Tasting
If you are interested in wine tasting visit the numerous wineries in the Pic St Lou area. It is beautiful scenery and a challenging hike on stone uphill if interested.
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Pic Saint Loup
If you are interested in wine tasting visit the numerous wineries in the Pic St Lou area. It is beautiful scenery and a challenging hike on stone uphill if interested.
Outdoor activities
Kyaking at LaRoque (near Ganges is available throughout the summer for 7, 8, and 15 km trips. A variety of caves are nearby for cave dwellers as well as numerous hiking areas.
Click on Link for all information in the area by the Tourism office Piemont -Cevenol tourisme
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La Roque-Gageac
Kyaking at LaRoque (near Ganges is available throughout the summer for 7, 8, and 15 km trips. A variety of caves are nearby for cave dwellers as well as numerous hiking areas.
Click on Link for all information in the area by the Tourism office Piemont -Cevenol tourisme
Pompigan is a short drive with amazing walks through the vineyards. We can show you a short 3 km or longer 7 km hike. the beauty is amazing here.
Pompignan
Pompigan is a short drive with amazing walks through the vineyards. We can show you a short 3 km or longer 7 km hike. the beauty is amazing here.
City/town information
The larger historic Roman town of Nimes with its colosseum is a 30 minute by car ride with Arles an additional 30 minutes down the road. Visit the amazing Coliseum, shop in the pedestrian area, the Roman museum, the beautiful gardens and more.
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Nîmes
The larger historic Roman town of Nimes with its colosseum is a 30 minute by car ride with Arles an additional 30 minutes down the road. Visit the amazing Coliseum, shop in the pedestrian area, the Roman museum, the beautiful gardens and more.
If you are interested in the city of Montpellier (“the Paris of the south”) for great shopping or many of the fabulous sandy beaches and beach villages such as Palavas, AIgues-Mortes, Carnon-Plage, La Grande Motte, Le Grau du Roi, you can reach them all within 1 hour.
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Montpellier
If you are interested in the city of Montpellier (“the Paris of the south”) for great shopping or many of the fabulous sandy beaches and beach villages such as Palavas, AIgues-Mortes, Carnon-Plage, La Grande Motte, Le Grau du Roi, you can reach them all within 1 hour.
Consejos para la ciudad
Facilidad para moverse por la casa
You will need a Car.
If you are coming for 3 weeks or longer, consider leasing a new car from Peugeot France or Kemwell. It is a great deal for those traveling from US
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Hiking the Mer du Rocher in Sauve
Mer des Rochers: Above the village of Sauve is the famous 2 km hike over the Mer des Rochers (Sea of Rocks). This site has magical energy and a history of Sauvians being saved from invaders. Close to the sea of rocks is the vestiges of a “secret garden” on the hill, where foods were grown for royalty and to survive when under attach by invaders.
The trail is on rocks, so be sure to bring and wear good sturdy shoes, bring walking sticks if desired, carry water and bring your camera or phone camera. Take time to enjoy this magical place as the village of Sauve sits on massive rocks formations
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Farmer's Markets in the Area
Saturday is the big day for markets; head over to Sommieres, Uzes, La Vignan (about an hour away but great) or the small one in Sauve.
Wednesday- go to Quissac
Check the website for other days with Tourist office
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Cave dwelling
If you like Caves and want to learn more about them, there are 4 great ones in the area. We have some pamphlets in the cottage and you can check with the tourist office as well. All are nearby and some may need reservations.
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Morning walks in Sauve
If you are looking for an easy morning stroll, there are some beautiful ones a 5 min walk:
- Voie Verte (go right or left and keep on walking)
-By the River at the base of Sauve. Go to the parking lot where the restaurant La Servane is. Facing the village, go left and walk to the end where you see big rocks. Walk through and you are on the old river walk. You can go to the end where the Moulin is and turn around or turn right at the Gite (on bridge) and take the Rive droite. You will loop around to the other side of the river. (about 45-1 hour walk).
Formas de ahorrar
Food Truck: Rotisserie Poulet from Frederic Thursday-Sunday
At the bottom of Sauve (at the cemetery parking lot) is Frederick our friend and Rotisserie extrordinare. Please ask us for his phone number and call and reserve a Poulet et Frites for dinner or lunch and maybe some ratatouille. Pick up and enjoy your meal.
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Restaurants in the Summer: Book early
In the summer restaurants can get crowded. Our favorites in Sauve to book are
- L'Ancienne du Gard in Sauve
- La Servane in Sauve
- Le Bossens in Sauve
- Le Bistrot du Trot (tapas )
- Au Bon Java
Quissac:
- La Artysan
- Le Comptoir
St Hyppolyte:
- El Gusanillo
-La auberge cigaloise
Sommieres
- le Patio
-Crepe restaurant: les Korrigans du Vidourle
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Bring Walking Shoes as well as Sandals
There are a great many opportunities for walking, hiking, and just getting around. Many streets are cobblestone so avoid heels.
Costumbres y cultura
Come prepared to be Restored and Rejuvenated
Get in the state of mind ahead of time to come relax, rejuvenate, restore, heal, and find your creativity. The nature, villages, people, food, weather, and ambiance all contribute to you being in the present and leaving restored.