Articles, stories, and guides about discovering Southern France – from culture and food to lifestyle and local secrets.
Tucked away between the sun-baked hills of Provence and the breezy coastline of the Languedoc, Nîmes often slips under the radar. It’s not splashed across Instagram reels like Nice, nor does it boast the Provençal branding of Avignon or Aix. And yet, once you step off the train and into the golden light of this…
The Feria of Nîmes at a glance A short guide to the Feria of Nîmes The city of Nîmes is a remarkable tourist destination, attracting millions of visitors each year who come from all corners of the world to experience the Feria of Nîmes. The two main Ferias—the Feria de Pentecôte and the Feria des…
Introduction Are you planning a trip to the beautiful city of Nîmes in Southern France? Then don’t miss the opportunity to visit Place de l’Horloge, one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, located in the heart of the old town. In this article, I will provide you with all the information you need to know…
Oppidum de Nages: Exploring the Rich History of an Ancient French Settlement The Oppidum de Nages is a historic site located in the Vaunage area of France. It is one of the oldest and most significant examples of a Celtic settlement in the region, dating back to the Iron Age. This archaeological site has provided…
Nîmes-Caveirac-Sommières by the Greenway Voie Verte de la Vaunage. Locally called “la voie verte de la Vaunage”, the Vaunages greenway (a former railway) is a 22 km traffic free section running from the village of Caveirac to the village Sommières. Nature takes centre stage during most of this journey, as you cycle past the…
Best things to do during the Feria of Nîmes The city of Nîmes is an important tourism site and annually, millions of people flock toward this Southern France city to attend The Feria of Nîmes. There is two Ferias of Nîmes, Feria de Pentecôte and Feria des Vendanges, and they are among the largest…
The Sommières Market Nestle in the area of Vaunage, Gard Departement, Sommières is a medieval town which was created in the 1st century. Since the 13th century it held a Saturday morning market. Opened from 8am to 1pm this market is quite wide and it goes from the edge of the old town to…
The Bois des Espeisses. Great outdoor place for Running, cycling or walking in Nîmes There’s a strong running community in Nîmes which makes the bois des Espeisses a great place for pro runners as well as anyone who just like bicycling or need a decent trail to do some exercise, far from the traffic…
Rum Bar Le Barberousse, Nîmes The Barberousse boasts the biggest selection of rums in Nîmes with an outstanding variety of rums, infused rums, punch and rum-inspired cocktails to work your way through. This über popular drinking den, located at the edge of the Boulevard Gambetta, is very lively without being over crowded. Small yet very…
Useful addresses in Nîmes ACCOMODATION Hotel Impérator Concorde 15 Quai de la Fontaine, 30000 Nîmes +33 4 6621 9030 www.hotel-imperator.com Adagio Access Nîmes 5 Allee Boissy D Anglas, Triangle de la Gare, 30000 Nîmes +33 4 66 404 000 www.adagio-city.com Apart City 364 allée de l’Amérique Latine, 30000 Nîmes +33 4 6640 6885 www.appartcity.com…