The Gard: a land to savour!
Discover Gard’s culinary specialities
Gard’s gastronomy reflects the richness of its terroir and Provencal traditions.Sweet onions and local asparagus are just a few of the culinary highlights. Gardolive oil, with its rich aromas, is a flagship product, while Pélardon, a PDO goat’s cheese, seduces dairy product lovers.
The Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux black truffle is an unmissable specialty for gourmets. Labelled a Site Remarquable du Goût (Outstanding Taste Site), it offers a unique experience with truffle farm visits, a dedicated museum, and tastings that will awaken the taste buds of lovers of refined flavors. The honey produced in the region is also exceptional. Varieties include chestnut, raspberry and acacia honey, each with its own distinctive sweetness and character.
There’s no shortage of sweet specialities either: strawberries from Nîmes, fougasse from Aigues-Mortes, or products from the famous HARIBO factory in Uzès will delight gourmets. You can also discover pomegranates in the sunny Cèze valley. Savoury connoisseurs will appreciate brandade de morue and gardianne de taureau, often accompanied by Camargue rice.
Finally, for nearby regional products, Montélimar nougat and Eyguebelle syrups in Drôme provençale are also worth discovering during your stay. Each speciality embodies the flavours of the Gard region, rich in authentic products and culinary traditions.
Vineyards and wineries
The Gard is a land of wines, with vineyards stretching across a varied landscape of garrigue, valleys and rivers. Bathed in Mediterranean sunshine, the Gard vineyards produce a wide variety of wines, from powerful reds to fresh, aromatic whites and delicate rosés. Each terroir, marked by limestone, clay or sandy soils, gives rise to unique wines that reflect the authenticity of the region.
For lovers of authentic wines with character, the Gard region also boasts some exceptional local wineries, including Domaine du Trèscombier, Château Saint Nabor, Domaine Challias and Domaine Bel Air.
Costières de Nîmes, with estates such as Domaine du Poulvarel (about 50 minutes away), is an AOC renowned for its full-bodied reds, elegant whites and fresh rosés. Nearby, the Côteaux du Languedoc and Côte du Rhône offer exceptional, world-famous wines. The Côte du Vivarais, on the borders of the Gard and Ardèche departments, and the Coteaux du Pont du Gard, add a special touch with wines typical of the Rhône Valley, ideal for accompanying local gastronomy.
These wineries represent the Gard’s winegrowing heritage, combining tradition and modernity, and invite you to discover unique wines, while enjoying landscapes of rare beauty. Whether you’re a novice or a connoisseur, the vineyards of the Gard promise you a wine tourism experience rich in discovery and flavor.
Must-see markets around the campsite in the Gard
Discover the local markets around the Domaine des Bords de Cèze campsite near Goudargues, a real meeting place for regional producers and a must for discovering the fresh, artisanal produce of the Gard. Here are a few markets not to be missed:
- Pont-Saint-Esprit: On Saturday mornings, this lively market is one of the biggest in the region. You’ll find local produce, handicrafts, clothing and a host of food stalls, all in a friendly atmosphere.
- Goudargues: On Wednesday mornings, the Goudargues market, often dubbed the “Little Venice of the Gard”, offers an idyllic setting on the banks of the canal, perfect for strolling between stalls of fruit, vegetables, cheeses and local specialities.
- Bagnols-sur-Cèze: This large Wednesday morning market attracts locals and visitors alike. You’ll find local produce, regional wines, fresh fish and many other delicacies from the Gard.
- Barjac: This charming village hosts a convivial market on Friday mornings, selling organic and local produce and handicrafts. In summer, Barjac is also famous for its antique and second-hand market.
- Laudun: A more intimate but equally charming Sunday morning market is held in this village. It’s the perfect place to find local produce, direct from producer to consumer.
- Uzès : Immerse yourself in the heart of this authentic Provencal market on Saturday mornings, where stalls overflow with local produce: fruit, vegetables, cheeses, spices and crafts. In the enchanting setting of the Place aux Herbes, let yourself be enchanted by the flavors and colors for which the Gard market is renowned.
These markets are the perfect opportunity to sample the flavors of the region, meet passionate producers, and take home gourmet souvenirs. Soak up the friendly, authentic atmosphere of the Gard.
