Roman aqueduct Pont du Gard, near Nimes, Languedoc, France, Europe. Unesco World Heritage site

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Uzès

Storybook-pretty Uzès is renowned for its Renaissance architecture, a reminder of the days when it was an important trading centre – especially for silk, linen and liquorice. But it also has strong Roman links: water was delivered here via the Pont du Gard aqueduct en route to Nîmes, 25km to the southwest.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

  • Ducal castle called "The Duchy" of Uzès.

    Duché

    Uzès

    This fortified château belonged to the House of Crussol, who were the dukes of Uzès for over 1000 years until the French Revolution. The building is a…

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    Cathédrale St-Théodont

    Uzès

    Built in 1090 on the site of a Roman temple, Uzès' cathedral was partially destroyed in both the 13th and 16th centuries and stripped during the French…

  • Musée du Bonbon Haribo

    Musée du Bonbon Haribo

    Uzès

    Uzès’ history as a confectionery centre lives on at this Wonka-esque museum, which explores the sweets-making process from the early 20th century through…

  • Jardin Médiéval

    Jardin Médiéval

    Uzès

    This delightful garden contains a wealth of plants and flowers that served a variety of purposes for their medieval planters: medicinal, nutritional and…

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