Anduze Little Train: climb aboard the Cévennes steam train
Staying with your children at our campsite in Anduze? Treat them to a ride on the Anduze little tourist train: the Cévennes steam train. They’ll love this unusual way to travel and the beauty passing before their eyes.
A getaway between Anduze and Saint-Jean-du-Gard
There’s nothing better for discovering the Cévennes than this mode of transport that’s a hit with all vacationers! In fact, it’s not a traditional little tourist train, it’s an authentic steam train! Dating from the end of the 19th century, this line has been preserved and transformed into a tourist route in the heart of the Cévennes, offering visitors the chance to relive the golden age of steam train travel.
Climb aboard this train departing from Saint-Jean-du-Gard or Anduze and travel along a truly beautiful route. A journey through time set to the rhythm of commentary from your passionate driver. The steam locomotives, vintage carriages, and spectacular Cévennes landscapes create an unforgettable experience.
This steam train journey is a unique opportunity to discover the Cévennes in an authentic way, reminiscent of a bygone era, and it is highly appreciated by vacationers looking for a memorable experience in this beautiful region of France.
A closer look at the Anduze little train route
Throughout your journey, you’ll spot a charming old mill, cross the Gardon river, and ride alongside the magnificent green landscapes of the Cévennes. Here’s a little preview of what awaits you during your visit:
- The Doucettes Viaduct;
- The Salindrenque Tunnel;
- The Corbes Viaduct;
- The Mescladou Viaduct;
- The Plaine Thoiras-Lasalle Viaduct;
- The Daudet Viaduct;
- The Amous Viaduct;
- The Metal Bridge;
- The Anduze Bamboo Garden.
Cévennes Steam Train stop: the Bamboo Garden
A great feature of this tourist train: halfway through, visitors have the chance to get off to visit the Bamboo Garden. Don’t know this must-see Gard site yet, which is also accessible during your bike rental in Anduze? Now’s the time to discover it! In this peaceful and lovely green setting, you’ll be immersed in a bamboo forest.
But the Bamboo Garden also includes other activities in Anduze:
A Laotian village: an Asian village inspired by the architecture of Laos that you can wander through.
A labyrinth: here, the variety of bamboo, Semiarundinaria makinoi, creates an enclosed space with high walls thanks to its dense vegetation and short side branches.
A sequoia alley: these trees, which can reach up to 40 meters in height, are simply majestic.
The Aerial Walk: to admire the Bamboo Garden from above, there’s nothing better than this high-altitude course on nets.
The Dragon Valley: Japanese gardens are famous for their zen quality that invites meditation. Find the traditional art of the Japanese garden and zen here.
Events for an even more attractive journey
Before your visit to the Anduze night market or after discovering the magnificent Trabuc cave, throughout the season (April-October), the Cévennes little train organizes a range of activities that will delight both young and old:
- Locomotive visit: go behind the scenes of the locomotive and chat with the train’s mechanic and driver.
- The Market Train: take advantage of your stop in Saint-Jean-du-Gard or Anduze to visit the markets.
- Escape game: locked in a real 1930s carriage, you’ll have to solve riddles and games to get out.
- The Flavor Train: time for some tasty treats! On a route with 4 stops, discover Cévennes culinary specialties as well as local wines and beers. Once you arrive at the station, a farmers’ market awaits you to stock up on great products.
- The Dining Car: enjoying a delicious meal facing the splendid Cévennes landscape—isn’t that pure happiness?
Anduze Little Train: practical information
The Anduze little train departs from Place de la Gare in Saint-Jean-du-Gard or from Anduze station. You can take this transport between April and October. The rate is €16 (€11 for children) for a round-trip ticket and €12 for a one-way trip (€9 for children).
Lasting 40 minutes, the Cévennes steam train covers 13 km. Perfect for a morning or afternoon between two visits to the beauties of the Gard! So, are you won over by the Anduze little train? Book your ticket now and enjoy an unforgettable ride in the heart of the Cévennes!
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