The Gardon Gorges
Preserved nature and crystal-clear waters
Direct access from Collias
The Gardon gorges offer a spectacular landscape of limestone cliffs, Mediterranean scrubland and turquoise waters. This protected natural site is the ideal playground for nature lovers: hiking, swimming, canoeing, climbing... Collias is located right in the heart of this natural paradise.
Swimming in clear water
Panoramic hikes
Canoeing and paddleboarding
Preserved wildlife and flora
Activities and discoveries
- Swimming at pebble beaches along the Gardon
- Canoe-kayak descent to Pont du Gard
- Hiking on the gorges trail (exceptional viewpoints)
- Rock climbing on limestone cliffs (all levels)
- Bird watching: Bonelli's eagles, vultures
Practical information
Practical tips
- Swimming is ideal from June to September
- Rent canoes in Collias for the descent to Pont du Gard
- Wear hiking shoes for the trails
- Respect this protected natural area: no fires, no litter
Stay in the heart of the gorges
Les Chambres d'Élise welcomes you in Collias, in the very heart of the Gardon gorges.
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