The perfect paradise
for fresh air enthusiasts and active vacationers
The region
CARDET and its varied surroundings, between the sea an hour's drive away and the natural area of the Cévennes, have a rich cultural and gastronomic heritage. In the midst of a unique natural environment, you will find a wide range of varied activities.
In addition to fishing and swimming, the Gardon offers many other activities, from canoeing in the Gardon gorges to hiking in a unique nature, including visiting the Pont du Gard.
Long walks and tourist circuits lead hikers through a unique natural environment where historical and romantic sites are to be discovered. Cyclists, mountain bikers and hikers will also find something to occupy.
Spectacular panoramas, such as the cliff of Anduze or the banks of the Gardon, offer breathtaking views.
A multitude of historical monuments and cultural attractions invite you to visit, such as the castle of Vézénobres, the clock tower, the bamboo grove of the Cévennes, as well as the museum of the stuffed doll and the museum of old Alès.
There are also many culinary specialties and local products to discover in the region. (Sweet onions from the Cévennes, chestnuts from the Cévennes, cod brandade ...).
Whether you are looking for rest and relaxation or an active holiday, in Cardet and its surroundings you are sure to find something to your liking amid unspoiled nature and exciting history.
Cardet distances in the region:
Uzés: 31 km | Nîmes: 35 km | Montpellier: 49 km | Nîmes-Alès-Cévennes Airport 40 km
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Discover something new every day
Historic sites and quaint villages with weekly food or flea markets in the vicinity tell the story, art and culinary specialties of the region.
For example, visit one of the many pottery in the immediate vicinity, which testify to the art for which the region is also known.
Special hiking and cycling circuits through unique nature will make the hearts of all nature lovers beat faster.
For lovers of fresh water, the banks of the Gardon invite to fishing, canoeing or kayaking, paddling and swimming.
You can also take one of the many day trips, for example in the Camargue, Aigues Mortes or simply in the Mediterranean for a day of swimming.
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Cardet - our adopted home
Before the 14th century the village was called "Saint Saturnin de Coiran" and was located on the surrounding hills.
In the 17th century, the planting of mulberry trees and the breeding of silkworms were one of the main resources of the population until the beginning of the 19th century.
The castle located on the banks of the Gardon d'Anduze is at the origin of the displacement of the village towards the valley which began at the beginning of the 19th century.
The current name of Cardet is thought to have originated in the time of hemp cultivation. Hemp was "carded" for further treatment.
In the 19th century, more than 100,000 hectares of French land were used for hemp production and harvested hemp was processed into paper, linen, rope, natural oil and fabric.
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