Group excursion: Men and Stones: The Montvert Bridge and the Mastery of Dry Stone Walling

Morning: Begin your day with a guided walk through the narrow streets of Pont de Montvert, a charming 17th-century village nestled on the southern slopes of Mont Lozère. Explore its remarkable architectural heritage while learning to "read" the historic buildings that bear witness to significant events, such as the War of the Camisards, which began here on July 24, 1702. Between granite houses, picturesque bridges, and a tumultuous history, Pont de Montvert will transport you to a past rich in stories. Lunch at a restaurant in Pont de Montvert or Ventalon-en-Cévennes. Afternoon: Visit the Dry Stone Builders' School. Step into the shoes of a craftsman by discovering the ancient art of dry stone construction. With a passionate master builder, learn stone-cutting techniques and the essential rules for building a retaining wall without mortar. This traditional know-how, brought up to date, will reveal to you how these masonry structures, both robust and aesthetic, also lend themselves to artistic expression.