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The summers are usually hot and dry, especially on the upland plains, where there is little shade for walkers and no water; in the Mont Lozère region there may be irritating flies in the wooded areas. Mid-July to August is the height of the tourist season, and anywhere in France should be avoided!

Do not attempt to visit the northern Cevennes in the winter months unless you want to cross-country ski!

Accommodation

Although the Cevennes is a tourist area and does offer hotels, gîtes, bed and breakfast establishments and a wide range of camping sites, it must be remembered that the villages and towns are widely dispersed, so the choice of places is limited. It does not have as many places at the top end of the market as you would find, for example, in Provence.

The walker has the advantage that it is really too hot to walk in July and August when most places are full and the camping sites are cheek by jowl. It is much easier to find accommodation in May, June, September and October, when there are fewer people about and prices are lower. It is always advisable to book in advance, though this is not essential.