Where to practice an individual sport Languedoc Roussillon

If you want to climb in the trees, to challenge yourself in outdoor games like laser game or space game, to do canyoning or climbing... acromix will answer your wishes. The most popular activity to do with the family is the accrobranche course. It is located on the hill of Gruissan in the heart of a protected pine forest. On the spot, you will enjoy a beautiful panorama. The park focuses on courses with zip lines, including one with a 300 meter bend (there are only 3 in France!). It's a great opportunity to get an adrenaline rush.

Today, it is said that the children who come here do not want to go home... and neither do their parents, it seems! Come and discover the Labyrinth of a Thousand Flowers, a space of play and discovery in the middle of nature for the whole family. Don't lose your Ariadne's thread and beware of the terrible Minotaur who hides among the metal, wood and bamboo mazes or the parks and gardens cultivated and maintained without pesticides. A treat for the whole family, especially since the botanical gardens are of great beauty (the orangery has more than 60 varieties of citrus fruits) and will delight adults while the children have fun in the Laby Spalsh (bathing suit required). The owners are always full of crazy and original ideas to develop new structures over the years, but they are also convinced of organic farming and of a healthy and sustainable development for the planet. Note the events organized throughout the year such as the egg hunt at Easter, the haunted maze or the nocturnes in summer. All the information is on the site. Finally, a real snack under a straw hut with a misting system offers "from seed to plate" salads for vegetarians, hamburgers with organic meat, organic syrups and juices... Le Petit Futé loved the place not only for its botanical wealth, its incredible labyrinths but also for the ecological commitment of the owners. Bravo !

A former railroad line, you'll feel like you've stepped back in time as soon as you take your first steps, or start pedaling. The 3 m wide track passes over the Eiffel-type Lavassac metal bridge, viaducts and tunnels for 3.5 km. Pleasant both for the quality of its surface and for the views it affords over the Cévennes valley of the Rivière d'Arre. It lends itself equally well to walks and bike rides with family and friends, rollerblade training and daily jogging.

The Saint-Roman Golf Club offers introductory courses for children and adults at affordable rates, all in an atmosphere of sharing and conviviality... A 22-station synthetic driving range and a 10-station grass driving range have been created for practice. A synthetic putting green for training, and a pitching green for perfecting your game. The course ranges from 6 to 12 holes. With several tee-offs to choose from, you'll be able to vary your game with ease!

Le Paradis is an Eden for padel and squash enthusiasts looking for a place to let off steam with friends and have a good time. You can opt for subscription packages with unlimited access, or an à la carte formula if you're just passing through. Not equipped? No problem, you'll find everything you need on site. Le Paradis has 4 squash courts and 2 padel courts, a relaxation area with a cosy corner, table tennis and table soccer, and a restaurant open to all: La Paillote (see our article). A large function room completes the offer.

Fans of Tarzan, Avatar or Patrick Edlinger, your happiness is here, at the edge of the lake in a natural space at 2 min from the motorway. You will discover the pleasure of evolving in massive trees (two hundred year old plane trees!) and exploring the courses ranging from 3 to 20 meters high with different difficulties. All the courses are ultra secure with a continuous life line. It's fun, sporty and varied. We loved it... Before splashing in the lake!

With an impeccable welcome and facilities that are no less impeccable, the equestrian center, which is also committed to the industry's quality standards, offers a wide range of leisure activities on horseback. For the very young, there are pony christenings and, for the older ones, à la carte outings and trail rides, supervised by qualified professionals. L'écurie d'Arlequin also offers carriage rides, and provides picnics for day outings.

This place is now a residence worthy of the name with renovated rooms. A revamped dining room... Bluffed the Petit Futé ! And what about the instructors for archery, mountain biking, external professionals for hiking, canyoning and so on. On the equipment side, a 1,200^m2 multifunctional room dedicated to all indoor sports, a relaxation area with sauna, hammam, whirlpool and cryo, and finally, meeting rooms with auditorium and giant screen.

Upon reservation, Sonia Brimeur offers a wide range of equestrian activities: for children, simple pony rides; for adults, horseback riding for an hour, half-day or full day. Not forgetting the opportunity to work in the arena to familiarize yourself with the animals and have the pleasure of guiding them. For the more adventurous, she also organizes multi-day guided tours of the Margeride mountains. Whatever your level, she'll put together a program to suit you.

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.

The concept of Fitness Park is simple: to propose a top-of-the-range fitness room with machines very last thing and classes strengthened well at prices low cost. The principle is simple: do sports for less from €1 per day! Enticing not? 365 days a year you will be able to reach with complete freedom a wide choice of devices of cardio-training (elliptic, Rugs of race, bicycles, steppers, oarsmen), simple of use, free or automatic stations of bodybuilding, proposing programs of targeted trainings, for men or women, of spaces Slim oscillatory Coach/Plates as of space relaxations where you will find hot drinks and cold. In short, there is not great a deal to say if it east do not sink!

In one of the most beautiful parts of the Cévennes, Abracadabranche promises to fill you with nature and thrills. From tree to tree, the many courses feature zip-line traversal workshops, suspension bridges, climbing nets, log walkways and more. Each course is adapted to the ages and abilities of everyone, from children to adults and teenagers. Even 2-4 year-olds have their own play area, without a harness. Cross the river or fly over the farm animals, unless you prefer their company on the ground!

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.

Each season has its own activity at Oxygen Aventure. The range of activities is vast and the team of qualified instructors offers a multitude of activities on land, underground and on the water. The company has been in existence for some time and the instructors are well versed in the sport and will be able to guide you according to your level. Whatever the activity you choose, the equipment is of course provided because you don't go into a canyon in flip-flops! Oxygen Aventure also supervises outside the department (canyoning and potholing in Ariège) and adapts to the needs of groups (schools, sports clubs, companies...).

At the heart of the Haut-Languedoc Regional Nature Park lies the Gorges d'Héric, an exceptional site that has been listed since 1993. Thanks to a trail, you can discover the richness of the flora and fauna, stroll along the water and discover the waterfalls and chasms. Signs ask questions. Answers can be found in the "Gorges d'Héric booklet", on sale at the Tourist Office. The walk is on foot, and takes 5 km and 315 m of ascent. It takes about 1h30 with normal walking, 2h with breaks. The return journey takes the same route, i.e. 10 km round trip. Ideal for families, with stroller access. The Gorges d'Héric is also a place where you can cool off in the natural pools. Héric is a charming, picturesque hamlet with small stone houses, slate roofs and chestnut frames, narrow streets and terraced fields.

Practical info : From Mons-la-Trivalle, head for the Gorges d'Héric parking lot. Paid parking on Easter weekends and from April 15 to September 15. The Snack Loulette welcomes you. Picnic tables, toilets, water points, sandwiches and drinks are also available in Héric.

Did you know? Numerous hikes are possible from this site, including the Sentier des Gardes, accessible from the Soupirs footbridge (on the right at the start of the gorges), which takes 2h30 to reach the Caroux orientation table (Caution: significant difference in altitude: 800 m D+).

If you're an outdoor enthusiast, the Goût d'Aventure leisure center in Aniane is the place for you! Between water, rocks and breathtaking landscapes, their team offers a variety of sensational or relaxing activities. Whether it's via ferrata, rock climbing, caving, archery or hydrospeed, you'll be spoilt for choice for exceptional moments with family or friends in an extraordinary natural setting. The vast nautical base offers canoes, kayaks and giant paddles for hire... There's even an aquatic zip-line!

This short interpretive trail takes you to meet bitterns, birds in the same family as egrets and herons. If you want to catch a glimpse of some of these birds, you'll need to be quiet and unobtrusive! Here and there, huts and platforms invite the most curious to hide and observe them. The walk is both peaceful and exotic, as you make your way along a stilted path overlooking ponds and marshes. A unique walk!

Price: free.

Distance: 1.5 kilometers.

Duration: 1 hour.

Difficulty: easy.

In the heart of the tourist resort, the International Tennis Center has many facilities: 22 outdoor tennis courts, including 6 clay courts and 4 synthetic grass courts, 8 indoor courts, including 2 clay courts. The establishment also hosts the "French Touch Academy" which gives lessons. It offers tennis and padel training courses for young people and adults. On the spot, swimming pool and restaurant are also available. Get your rackets!

Distance : 12,5 km

Duration : 3h30

Difficulty : Medium

This path invites you to a quiet interlude along the Hérault River, the Mediterranean Sea and the Canal du Midi. The protected area of Les Verdisses, a real green lung, covers 600 hectares. With a bit of luck, you will be able to see a European cistude, a small freshwater turtle, or the European bee-eater, a bird with remarkable colors.

Note: access to marker n°6 of the trail is possible if the Belle Isle park is open, otherwise you have to come back to the starting point after having reached marker n°5.

Distance : 8 ,5 km

Duration : The hike lasts2h45

Difficulty : Easy

Walk in the heart of the Verdisses area, a green setting towards the beaches and Adge.

This path starts near the campsite La Tama, the water tower and the bunkers which constituted the "Wall of the Mediterranean". It starts in the pine forest, continues to the pond, continues along the Canal du Midi, then through the vineyards, and reveals a ranch. Do not miss the visit of the bunker 638. It is a collection of images, scents and colors for everyone to enjoy.

At the foot of the Corbières mountains, this centre houses about twenty horses and ponies and offers teaching, riding, boarding, breaking-in... The courses take place during the school holidays and allow you to broaden your equestrian knowledge or simply to have a good time with horses and riders. The horse or pony rides will allow you to discover the limestone hills of the massif, the vineyards and also the Mediterranean plants.

Nestled in the gorges de l'Hérault near Montpellier and the Grotte des Demoiselles, this via ferrata is one of the longest and most magnificent in Occitanie. This aerial route offers an exceptional panorama between the Pic Saint Loup and Mont Aigoual. With its vertical sections, monkey bridge, zip line, abseiling, chimneys, caves and tunnels, it offers a unique experience. And to top it all off, don't miss the pendulum jump into the Baume du Soleil, where you'll discover the secret behind its name. A surprise well worth the detour...

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.

We already know about the Ardèche gorges at Valon-Pont-d'Arc, but there's also the possibility of taking to the water and the waves on the Gardon and its gorges. Natu'Rando offers you a choice of boats to navigate from Fournes to Remoulins, as far as the Saint-Nicolas bridge. The longest course, the integral, is 35 km long, but a range of 6 courses, from the smallest to the largest, will suit every arm! Our qualified instructors will teach you how to paddle, either in a canoe or on a paddle. So grab your paddles! Bike rides and via ferrata kit rental.

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.

The Tennis club of Avignon deserves itself. A small arrow indicates "TCA and restaurant le 7" just before the Magnaneraie in Villeneuve-lèz-Avignon. The path goes up, very steep. At the top a car park and the back of a restaurant in the middle of pines, squirrels and cicadas, calm reigns and soon you can see the first two well maintained clay tennis courts. There are 6 of them as well. Finally, three quick courts invite you to play on busy days.

A family bastion of 10 hectares facing the garrigue gardoise which has been handed down from father to son since 1955. This accredited centre run by Jacques Roques and his wife Claude has impressive infrastructures - a 70 m long and 25 m wide indoor riding arena, an outdoor course with fixed obstacles, dressage and obstacle quarries - making it possible to pass all the obstacles of progression in this demanding discipline. Supervised by state-qualified instructors.

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.

The route offers three loops totalling 25 km. There are no major difficulties, and it's sure to delight nature lovers. Following the coloured markers along the back channel, you first enter the land and then the undergrowth, which leads you to the Villeneuve dam. Cross the dam, pass the campsite and follow the markers or signs along the Rhône river back to the starting point, the Tour Philippe Le Bel. It's a refreshing and interesting stroll through water, vineyards, garrigue and diverse fauna.

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.

Laure and Yannick welcome you to Mas Yala in a beautiful green setting, close to the sea. On the program: riding lessons for all ages and especially superb horseback rides in the Albères. The courses, lessons and rides take place all year round and are adapted to all ages and levels. Le Futé enjoyed the ride on the heights of Argelès along small paths and enjoying wonderful views of the sea.

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.

Les Poneys du Val d'Émeraude offers the perfect setting for introducing children to horse riding. In a lush 11-hectare park, young explorers can enjoy pony rides accompanied by caring adults, exciting introductory sessions and encounters with the farm's adorable inhabitants. 7-day pony courses for children aged 6 to 12 promise unforgettable adventures during the school vacations. With a breeding program of pedigree Shetland ponies available for sale, this is a paradise for pony lovers.

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.

LIVE Corp. offers several escape game experiences, including "Unity", a futuristic escape room, "Dollmaker", a horror escape room, and "Le Mystère des Sabry", an escape room inspired by the board game Cluedo. LIVE Corp. Escape Game Montpellier was voted best escape game in Montpellier in 2018 and 2019 by Le Meilleur Escape website.

Located in Palavas-les-Flots, Cycloloc is a bike store offering bike rental, sales and repair services. You can make your purchases in-store, collect your bikes on site or opt for delivery.

Do you want to discover the mountains and the Catalan Pyrenees Regional Natural Park in a different way? Welcome to Altipyr, which offers a whole range of activities for a beautiful communion between man and animal in a breathtaking setting. Pierre, your host or guide is a crazy lover of his region and will be able to share his passion with you on donkey back or on foot. On his land, on the banks of the stream, he has set up a charming campsite on the farm, a teepee and a yurt. All the details on the website, classic or à la carte formulas.