Explore Lozère’s history on a guided tour. Visit prehistoric sites, Roman ruins, and WWII landmarks. Discover legends and fossils with an expert guide.
Explore Lozère’s history on a guided tour. Visit prehistoric sites, Roman ruins, and WWII landmarks. Discover legends and fossils with an expert guide.
- Cénaret - Our initial visit to Cénaret offers insight into the geology and formation of Lozère, where we encounter rocks known as “blue marls,” rich with marine fossils. Visitors can explore these blue marls.
- Mausolee Romain de Lanuejols - Described as “the remnants of a Roman tomb, once among the most magnificent monuments in France,” this…
- Cénaret - Our initial visit to Cénaret offers insight into the geology and formation of Lozère, where we encounter rocks known as “blue marls,” rich with marine fossils. Visitors can explore these blue marls.
- Mausolee Romain de Lanuejols - Described as “the remnants of a Roman tomb, once among the most magnificent monuments in France,” this site invites exploration, allowing visitors to appreciate its grandeur from the Gallo-Roman era.
- Ermitage Saint-Privat - The caves beneath Mont Mimat share a historical timeline with the Roman Mausoleum of Lanuéjols. The Hermitage provides an opportunity to discuss the early, dynamic history of Lozère and Saint Privat, offering a stunning view of Mende.
- Stèle du camp de Rieucros - As time progressed, we arrive at a somber chapter in history, the Second World War, with the Rieucros camp serving as a significant landmark. After reviewing the informational panels, visitors can ascend to the sculpted rock via a small, moderately steep path.

- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Driver-Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Driver-Guide
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
The perfect tour for an insightful introduction to the history of Lozère, featuring four iconic sites around Mende. Explore the area’s history in peace, with your driver-guide handling the driving and itinerary. Enjoy a half-day of guided discovery (2 p.m.-6 p.m., English/French) covering the region’s past from prehistoric times to World War II. Will we…
The perfect tour for an insightful introduction to the history of Lozère, featuring four iconic sites around Mende. Explore the area’s history in peace, with your driver-guide handling the driving and itinerary. Enjoy a half-day of guided discovery (2 p.m.-6 p.m., English/French) covering the region’s past from prehistoric times to World War II. Will we uncover fossils? Did Romans inhabit Lozère? What legends have influenced the land? We’ll visit the blue marl site at Cénaret, the Roman Mausoleum at Lanuéjols, the Hermitage at Mont Mimat, and the Rieucros prison camp.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.