Cascades du Sautadet

The Cascades du Sautadet are a series of spectacular waterfalls formed by the Cèze river. The rushing river tumbles into cavities dug in the limestone, forming waterholes, potholes and basins. The river drops 15 metres over a few tens of metres.

The site is very beautiful and it is a famous place of bathing which attracts many people in summer. But be aware that swimming is prohibited in the waterfalls because of the danger. Strong currents and eddies generated by the rugged rocks regularly cause fatal injuries to unwary bathers. Pebble beaches line the river further downstream. Visitors should respect the authorised areas and the signs on site.

Above the waterfalls, the foundations of a mill built in 1881 can be seen. On the left bank, a diversion channel is cut into the rock.

The Sautadet name refers to the Greek myth of Hades (god of the underworld), there is a local saying "At la Roque the devil will bite". The Cascades Sautadet are in the municipality of La Roque-sur-Cèze, a village classified among the most beautiful in France. The site is classified as a "natural area".

To access the waterfalls, the most convenient option is to park at the foot of the bridge Charles Martel La Roque-sur-Ceze. There is a charge for parking in summer.

Accommodation

• Bed and breakfast near the Ceze valley on the portal of Provence's guest houses

• website of the village: www.laroquesurceze.fr

Coming to the Cascades of Sautadet

GPS coordinates 44°11'16'' N - 4°31'37'' E

Location : 60 meters above sea level, the Cascades of Sautadet are located in La Roque-sur-Cèze, 5 miles from Goudargues, 8 miles from Bagnols-sur-Cèze, 14 miles from Lussan, 15 miles from Barjac, 18 miles from Uzès, 22 miles from Orange, 27 miles from Avignon.

Explore further with my articles in the Getaways section of the Guest Houses in Provence Portal: The Cascades du Sautadet.