By the Water
Discover the most beautiful spots by the water of Grand Pic Saint-Loup: rivers, swimming, nature walks, and water activities for a refreshing getaway in the heart of nature.
Stroll & discovery along the water
On a canoe on the Hérault, strolling by the banks of the Buèges or the Lez or even just relaxing by the sea...
All to the water and let yourself be guided by the professionals of Grand Pic Saint-Loup to enjoy the aquatic pleasures of Grand Pic Saint-Loup
The Source of the Buèges
The river as a path
From its crystalline source where one comes to have a picnic in the shade of a plane tree, to the pretty bridge of the Condamine, the Buèges is a river that can be followed along the banks and paths to enjoy varied landscapes.
Discover it by taking your time, observe the birds of prey soaring over the Séranne and breathe in the garrigue and vines warming in the sun. Take refreshing shaded breaks. Admire a prickly pear tree. Following the course of the Buèges is sure to provide a change of scenery.
Strolls along the water
An ecosystem to preserve
An ecosystem to preserve
The Lez hosts a rare fish, discovered in 1964: The Chabot of the Lez (Cottus Petiti), a small fish from the family of cottids. It swims little and hides between the stones: it is therefore difficult to find. Curiously, this fish exists only in this source: the Department thus has the important responsibility to ensure the conservation of this species.
It also shelters two other fish that have high heritage value: the Loche of Languedoc and the European Eel, as well as two fish of community interest: the Blageon and the Toxostome.
The Hérault
Born at the foot of the Mont Aigoual massif in the Cévennes, the river Hérault cuts through gorges or deep valleys these limestone plateaus, known as causses.
Its long wild and solitary course stretches over more than 25 km, before the river suddenly opens up in the plains at the Devil's Bridge.
Swimming spots nearby
Discover the source of the Buèges
To discover it:
Take the GR path of the Pays Pic Saint-Loup from Saint-Jean-de-Buèges towards Saint-André-de-Buèges. Follow a path alongside the course of the Buèges, adorned with small waterfalls and pools, change of scenery and tranquility guaranteed...
The source of the Lez
The Lez, a small river that flows into the Mediterranean Sea, measures no less than 28.5 km and has its source at Saint-Clément de-Rivière.
This source is peaceful in nature, except during the Cévennes episodes that occur in the autumn and winter seasons. In summer, bathers are allowed to access the source, but only if they ensure respect for the fauna and flora.
The source of the Lez is an area protected by Natura 2000, a network gathering numerous natural or semi-natural European sites containing exceptional fauna and flora.
