The Gorges du Tarn
With their cliffs reaching heights of up to 500 meters, crystal-clear water, and lush vegetation, the Gorges du Tarn form a true paradise. Over a distance of 50 kilometers, between the towns of Quézac and Le Rozier, they are most splendid. We recommend exploring them by canoe to swim in the wildest spots; otherwise, head to the foot of the magnificent villages of Sainte-Enimie or Saint-Chély-du-Tarn.
Lake Salagou
Located 1 hour from Montpellier, Lake Salagou is truly an exceptional site. Shaped both by human hands and by nature, its arid lands contrast with the bright blue color of the lake. Swimming is monitored in July and August on the beaches of Camping and Liausson. No need for further explanations: let this photo speak for itself...
© Georges Souche
The Pont du Gard
The Pont du Gard is certainly a very beautiful place to visit, but it's also a truly unique bathing spot! Throughout the summer, the banks of the Gardon transform into a bathing area, which is also supervised (from July 4 to August 28, 2020). A fun area dedicated to children is also set up during the summer season. Enjoying the Pont du Gard site with your feet in the water is a pretty nice perspective!
The Lot River in Saint-Cirq Lapopie
At the foot of the medieval village of Saint-Cirq Lapopie (voted the favorite village of the French in 2012), discover the beautiful Lot River. Lined with grass and fine sand, surrounded by abundant nature, it is a wonderful spot to swim in peace: the place is calm and the swimming area is supervised.
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© Romain OT Cahors SCL
The Sautadet Waterfalls
Let's head to Gard, next to Roque-sur-Cèze, to discover the Sautadet Waterfalls. Despite being popular with tourists and locals, the place has remained very wild. The river carves its way through rocks millions of years old. Here you can admire a quite spectacular phenomenon known as the devil's pots. The Sautadet Waterfalls are a great place to swim and explore, but they can be dangerous. Every year, some reckless people lose their lives here, so make sure to follow the signs at the entrance and only swim in designated safe areas!
© Horizon Provence
The Célé River in Cabrerets
Nestled downstream of a pretty mill and at the foot of the cliffs, this bucolic swimming spot stands out for its unique and very pleasant landscape. The river is lined with a pebble beach. The place is very peaceful, but please note that the beach is not monitored.
Sources: Tourisme Occitanie, Pontdugard.fr
