Where to practice an individual sport Lozère

Set in 25 hectares on the shores of Lake Naussac, this GOLF course comprises nine holes of increasing difficulty. Recently renovated, the course features huge greens and wide fairways, offering a wide variety of play. Numerous packages are available for youngsters and adults, from beginners to advanced players, with different options (group, individual, equipment included or not...). The DOMAINE also features a restaurant, hotel, cottages and wellness area.

In Solpérières, Evelyne and François have created a garden that reflects their convictions. Their Cévennes farm-garden is entirely dedicated to the organic production of flowers, plants and fruits, and to the promotion of biodiversity. Evelyne and François receive their guests for several days in two gîtes with traditional architecture, or for a few hours to discover their vegetable farm. They propose a walk in the middle of the flowers, before sitting down in the garden's summer lounge to taste the farm's products.

The team of La Maison de l'Aventure has developed a range of sporting and fun activities designed to take the measure of the incredible landscapes of the Hautes Cévennes: canyoning, caving, hiking, via ferrata, climbing and tree climbing, otherwise known as accrobranche. The Maison de l'Aventure thus offers the possibility to move safely in the river's whitewater, to tackle the limestone cliffs of the Chassezac gorges, to explore the depths of the great causses of Lozère, or to climb to the top of a hundred-year-old oak tree.

In a Natura 2000 zone, the Charpal Lake site is irresistibly reminiscent of Canada. Its very particular history (the lake was supposed to shelter ammunition between the two world wars and a railway line was built there), its forest, planted in the 1950s, have made it a unique place sheltering a rather exceptional fauna and flora. A path has been laid out and the 9 kilometres can be covered on foot or by mountain bike, with educational panels on the environment. If fishing (no kill only) is allowed, swimming is forbidden.

You don't have to be a member to take part in one of the many hikes proposed by this cheerful team, whose program can be found online or in the local press. Membership is compulsory after the^3rd participation, after having tested the club's good atmosphere... One of the club's stated aims is clear: "To share steps and create social links". The website lists all the outings scheduled for the week and half-year, together with a list of essential equipment.

This association, which produced a topo-guide to short hikes, offers guided hikes and themed outings (botany, birds, farm produce, etc.) around Grandrieu and in the Margeride region: twenty-five signposted loop trails starting from Grandrieu, ranging from 4 km to 27.2 km, a 75 km cantonal tour that can be completed in three days... The association has worked on the creation of a circuit called "la via Agrippa". The calendar of guided hikes and the trail map are available on the website.

The Gorges du Tarn golf course offers an 18-hole wooded and hilly course, in a spectacular environment, which was designed by Chris Pittman, as an extension of the traditional 9 holes. Its fairways require a lot of technical skill because they are very narrow. On site, the club-house offers all the necessary services: store, bar, restaurant, locker room. Lessons and training courses are offered to golfers of all levels and ages. To try this sport, group initiations take place in July and August.

This pony club is nestled in a 15-hectare property where you can learn to ride in complete safety. Dressage and jumping arena, cross country course, riding school, the equipment is adapted to the range of activities. For the youngest, from 3 to 5 years old, discovery and confidence-building programs familiarize the child with the pony through rides, driving, acrobatics and games. Older children also benefit from this type of activity, including preparation of their mount, riding lessons and practical application of what they have learned.

In a hamlet of the Cevennes, the donkeys are the companions of the men. Less stubborn than we think, they are very enduring carriers. With small steps, they facilitate the hike of the good walkers as well as the families whose luggage they carry and, on occasion, the tired offspring. Several all-inclusive packages are offered and all are adapted to the client's wishes: advice on donkeys, with an introductory session of 1h30, to get to know the animal, learn how to ride it, lead it, take care of it, but also maps, stopovers.

This sporty course, which mixes the pleasures of mountain hiking with those of climbing, is available in two courses equally suited to beginners and more experienced climbers. The via ferrata of Rousses links rock walls, zip lines and suspension bridges to thrill in complete safety, but also to enjoy the exceptional landscapes of the Tapoul gorges. The circuit, which runs along the river, even allows you to refresh yourself on the way while enjoying the pleasures of the water. The entrance is free and the equipment can be rented on the spot.

It is on the southern slope of the Lozère mountain that La Cavale du Ventalon welcomes riders, according to several formulas, from the short ride to the weekend, or even more. More than a simple ride, it is a real immersion in the Cevennes landscapes which is proposed here, in the immediate vicinity of the GR7 and 68. A discovery of the Cevennes at the rhythm of the horse which can only amaze the nature lovers. La Cavale du Ventalon also offers options for walking or with a donkey, camping at the farm, and tasting good products along the way.

Didier Sirvins proposes, mainly to riders at ease with the three paces, full day or half day rides in the surroundings of the Mont Lozère. Breeder of Lusitano horses, demanding rider, this qualified instructor and guide of equestrian tourism will help you to progress in your relationship with your mount and will make you discover the sumptuous landscapes of the region which combine large forests with plateaus. Among his equestrian services, he also proposes pension, dressage, riding lessons.

On the edge of the Causse Méjean, this equestrian center welcomes you for horseback rides. Discover, in a few kilometers, an amazing variety of landscapes, from the arid and rocky areas typical of the limestone plateaus to the breathtaking panoramas of the Tarn gorges. The horses are calm and used to this type of outing, allowing you to enjoy the landscapes serenely for two hours. Cécile, who holds a sports instructor's certificate, is also there to supervise these moments in the open air and ensure the safety of all the riders.

With these electric scooters, the roads and trails are quickly eaten up, and the landscapes of the Causse de Sauveterre, the Gorges du Tarn and the Cévennes go by at top speed. These rides, with hair blowing in the wind, wearing a helmet - safety is a must - and clinging to the handlebars of these little scooters, are accessible to riders aged 12 and over. They take place in small groups and are always accompanied by a qualified guide. Easy to handle, these all-terrain scooters made in France, with their wide tires, offer great stability, whatever the type of road.

Here, the donkeys are pampered by Marie-Ange. She wears all the ideal hats for her job. At the same time riding instructor, specialist in ethology, guide and organizer of horseback rides, she now puts her skills at the service of big ears. She will teach you how to listen to your companion and will share with you all the tips of a good donkey driver. Moreover, as she knows the character of her animals well, she will know how to introduce you to the one you will get along with right away and throughout the trip.

The Mas Camargues is a remarkable and imposing building complex, made of cut granite blocks, built in the 15th century, which houses a seasonal information center of the Cevennes Park. There are various elements of a typical farm (sheepfold, mill...). From there, you can follow a discovery trail that allows you to observe all the aspects of the massif: pastures, moors, forests, peat bogs, high altitude grasslands frequented by transhumants, and to approach the source of the Tarn.

This small company offers many services around cycling and mountain biking. Two diplomas allow the guide to supervise and accompany the cycling and mountain biking tours that he proposes on the Saint-Jacques, the tours of the Aubrac mountain. For the renting of the bikes, the park is perfectly maintained, and the sense of service pushed until the delivery, possible for a small supplement. Note that helmets, water bottles and repair kits are included in the rental. All that remains is to choose one of the many tours to do in the area.

In the middle of nature, a little away from the town, hikes, pony rides, archery on horseback are offered... The range of activities is wide enough for everyone to find something to do. In summer, 5-day courses can be offered with accommodation. All year round, we offer riding lessons and pony rides. Friendly and educational, the structure knows how to share its knowledge and its immense love of horses, starting with the horses which are presented individually and by name on the Internet page of the center.

This golf course, which was the first to be built in Lozère, has a 9-hole course (1904 m, par 32) and enjoys a remarkable location, with a unique panorama: in the background, the medieval village of La Garde-Guérin and, overhanging it, the Chassezac gorges. Not to mention its proximity to the Régordane trail. Managed by a group of passionate golf enthusiasts, the course is colloquially known as "les 3 G" (Golf Garde-Guérin), and some people even refer to it as a Scottish golf course. The site, which offers affordable rates, is renowned for its friendly atmosphere.

Installed in Lozère, which he chose for its wide open spaces full of promise, Olivier Barascud offers a range of services for riders. Behaviorist, "horse man" as he defines himself, this former acrobat proposes a discovery of the animal (approach of the animal, positioning) before taking his customers for a ride in complete safety. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider, the horses, perfectly trained, and the equipment will allow you to enjoy in all serenity the sumptuous landscapes that you will cross along the way.

Between the southern Massif Central and northern Occitanie, the "Le Relais de Palhères" inn offers a peaceful setting in the heart of nature. Nestled at an altitude of 1,000 meters, close to the Lac de Naussac, this charming inn is run by Patrick and Dominique Poyeton. Visitors can enjoy an enchanting setting, surrounded by forests and rivers. The inn offers guest rooms for a comfortable and pleasant stay.