Campsites around Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert
There are no campsites in the village, but there are several around Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert. Here are three campsites we've selected for you, all within a reasonable distance of the village.
Family's Camping Les Rives de l'Hérault **** in Gignac is 11 km from the village of Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert. Here you can enjoy the river Hérault, just 200 metres away, and all the leisure activities it has to offer, such as swimming and canoeing. A tennis court and table tennis tables are also available. The campsite has 95 pitches and around ten bungalows, and also offers evening entertainment and dancing.
Camping du Pont *** is still in Gignac and also 200 metres from the Hérault river, where you can enjoy swimming and all the water sports. The campsite also welcomes you to its outdoor swimming pool or around a table tennis table for memorable tournaments. Ideal for those who like smaller structures, the campsite offers less than 40 pitches and 7 rentals. Your evenings will be filled with music and dancing.
The Village Azur *** campsite is located in Saint-André-de-Sangonis, 14 km from the village of Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert. It has 78 pitches, making it a campsite on a human scale where you can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool as well as sports such as basketball, volleyball and table tennis.
Discover the wonders of Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Gellone Abbey attracts visitors for the relics of the True Cross and Saint-Guilhem that it houses. It is also an important stopover for pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela. Built in the 9th century, its architecture blends seamlessly with that of the other buildings in the village, creating a particularly harmonious landscape. image
The architecture and location of the remains of the church of Saint-Laurent are interesting, as it served as the citadel and therefore the defence of Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert. It was once one of the village's two parish churches. You can admire two enormous buttresses supporting the single nave, as well as the external ornamentation of the apse. It is possible to imagine the old vault and the steps that led up to the interior of the building. Unfortunately, the structure was badly damaged during the Wars of Religion.
The Musée du Village d'Antan is perfect for all the family. This original museum, housed in a beautiful old house, teaches visitors about the old trades and occupations based around human-sized santons, as well as village life in days gone by. A tearoom and charming shaded terrace provide a well-deserved break on your way out of the museum. image
Just look up and you'll see the remains of the Château du Géant, a castle whose fortifications probably date back to the 12th century, but whose role is still not fully understood. As a result, it has given rise to many legends that are worth discovering, such as that of a terrifying giant who inhabited the castle and whom Guilhem tried to dislodge. Since 2022, the ruins of the castle have been "rescued" by professionals in order to maintain its silhouette for as long as possible.
The 50-metre-long Pont du Diable (Devil's Bridge), whose name is said to come from a legend, dates back to the 11th century and was once used to reach the Abbey of Gellone. It's hard to explore Saint-Guilhem without crossing the bridge or going to the nearest beach to swim in the Hérault river, which it spans.
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The Infernet cirque is one of the many treasures of the Hérault Gorges Grand Site de France. It lies upstream of the Val de Gellone and is a popular destination for hikers. There are several routes leading up to the towering cliffs that rise up before you from the village. The Chemin des Fenestrettes offers fabulous scenery, with rich vegetation including olive trees growing on the massifs. The highlight is the Max Nègre viewpoint, which promises a breathtaking panorama.