Autumnal atmosphere in the Cévennes

Through its local produce, landscapes, and events, the Southern Cévennes fully reflects the beauty of autumn. From the garrigue with its myriad scents to the forests of the Cévennes peaks and their exceptional palette of colors, take advantage of this season to discover the Cévennes in a new light.

Mushrooms…

Dense forests, rich soils , and diverse habitats make the Southern Cévennes a paradise for mushrooms, and what better season than autumn to find them! A true mycological haven , follow our tips for a successful day of mushroom picking ! And join us at the Vigan Mycological Days to learn more about all the species found in our Cévennes and around the world.

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ChampignonOlive October
ChampignonOlive October

Chestnuts…

Renowned for its exceptional quality, the Cévennes chestnut is a true culinary gem that will delight lovers of local products. Chestnut cultivation in the Cévennes dates back centuries and has preserved its traditional production methods. Local farmers perpetuate ancestral drying and processing techniques, thus preserving the unique flavor of this fruit. Every year, the chestnut is celebrated at the Chestnut Festival in Lasalle on November 1st!

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Roasted chestnutsJY Arthur
Roasted chestnutsJY Arthur

And sweet onions!

The Cévennes sweet onion (AOP) is a variety of onion renowned for its sweet and delicate flavor, as well as its tender and savory texture. Equally delicious raw or cooked, it is highly prized by top chefs! Sown in nurseries in February and then transplanted in the heart of spring, the Cévennes sweet onion (AOP) is cultivated on terraces , in narrow and often uneven plots. It is harvested by hand during the summer. It is then sold from the beginning of September in markets , local shops , or directly from the producers! The Apple and Onion Fair in Le Vigan showcases this exceptional local product every year in October!

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Sweet onions from the CévennesCastel Riquet
Sweet onions from the CévennesCastel Riquet

The major events of Autumn

Enchanting landscapes

Autumn is here! The enchanting landscapes bring a new energy , defying winds, rain, and melancholy, guiding hikers along paths bursting with color. As the forests turn russet , the stag's bellow announces the mating season, and mushrooms sprout in the warm, damp shade of the woods. Nature reaches out, still brimming with flavors and desires. Autumn smells wonderful! It smells of porcini, chanterelles, and chestnuts!

It's the season of festivals and fairs , a time to celebrate and enjoy the unmissable flavors of the Cévennes , a season to feast.

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Warm accommodations

Whether you prefer to be warm by the fireplace, surrounded by nature, or in city centers, discover our selection of accommodations to enjoy autumn in complete serenity!