Group excursion: On the Régordane Way: Medieval village and working spinning mill

  • Nature and landscape
  • Culture and heritage
  • Margeride

Between medieval heritage and ancestral know-how, this day offers a complete immersion in Lozère. In the morning, La Garde-Guérin opens its cobbled streets and watchtower to you, with a journey back to the Middle Ages enriched by an interpretation of the landscapes that reveal the agropastoral history of the region. After a convivial lunch, the afternoon continues in Langogne with a visit to the Filature des Calquières, a true immersion in the world of wool, followed by a guided tour of the thousand-year-old town. A captivating itinerary blending history, artisans, nature, and authentic encounters.

Program

Morning: Classified as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages of France," La Garde-Guérin immerses you in the heart of the Middle Ages. Founded in the 12th century by the lords of Anduze, the village owes its renown to the co-seigniory of the Knights Pariers, who controlled and levied tolls on the Régordane Way. With its cobbled streets, watchtower, and panoramic views of the Chassezac gorges, the site offers an exceptional heritage. The visit is complemented by a landscape interpretation, revealing the history and importance of agropastoralism in the Cévennes. Lunch in a restaurant in Langogne or La Garde-Guérin. Afternoon: Visit the Filature des Calquières, the oldest spinning mill still in operation in France. Located along a canal that powers a large waterwheel, this mill offers you the opportunity to discover the complete process of wool transformation, from raw fleece to skein ready for knitting. Through an interactive and educational presentation, you will be immersed in the history and expertise that have shaped this exceptional place. Enjoy a guided tour of Langogne, a thousand-year-old town with a rich historical heritage. Discover its Romanesque church, a true testament to centuries past, as well as its circular layout and market hall, reflecting the flourishing commercial activity of this town located at the crossroads of roads and departments. Wander through its squares and alleyways and explore this town, designated a "green resort," surrounded by landscapes sculpted by basalt and granite.

We speak : French, English, Spanish

Practical information

Periods

01January31December2026

Prices

PricingMin.Max.
Adult
38,50 €Not communicated

The price includes

  • The visits and meals indicated in the programs (wine and coffee included),

The price does not include

  • Transportation, optional cancellation insurance, personal expenses

Payments method

  • Credit card
  • Cheques and postal orders
  • Holiday vouchers
  • Money transfers
  • Visa

Groups

Groups Accepted

Minimum 20 people

Maximum 50 people

1 day
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Address

Rue du Gévaudan
48000 MENDE

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