Sainte-Enimie
Sainte Enimie, classified as a 'most beautiful village of France' is 20 kilometres south-west of Mende in the Massif Central. Sainte Enimie is set in the dramatic scenery of the Gorges du Tarn, and is surrounded by the cliffs that the river has carved.
Tourist Information and places to visit
The town dates from the 6th century and falls neatly into two parts: the cafes and shops that follow along the street next to the river, facing across to a ridge on the opposite river bank; and the old town that sprawls up the hill behind. Walk onto the bridge for a good view across the town and river. Between the tow parts is a street lined with gift shops and other small enterprises.
Visit Saint-Enimie tourist office as your first port of call for details of the guided trail around the town (the individual buildings also have very interesting and informative notices, but in French only).
Within the old town the houses are carved from the local sandstone, and narrow cobbled streets lead you from one fascinating ancient building to the next. Often the paths seem to be part of the rock itself as you climb steps literally hacked into the mountain. This is a lovely village to explore, and more extensive than you would guess from the river below, from the belvedere to the small open areas in the town and the little fountain.
The highlights in the old town (among others) include the houses on the Place au Beurre and the nearby Halle au Blé (wheat hall); the ramparts; the Sainte-Madeleine chapel at the top of the village (there was once a benedictine monastery in the village - the part that now remains is the Chapel of Sainte Madeleine).
Beyond the old village you can see the terraces that industrious workers have built on the slopes behind in order to grow produce in the inhospitable environment.
The surrounding countryside, with verdant landscapes and bleak mountains, has plenty of peaceful walks, where you can enjoy the peace of the countryside.
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Tourist Classifications for Sainte-Enimie
- Most beautiful villages in France
- approved Station Verte - resort paying particular attention to its natural environment
Places to visit near Sainte-Enimie, France
Explore places of interest within about 70 kilometres on a map at places near Sainte-Enimie.
Some places to visit within 30 km: 
7 km: Castelbouc (picturesque village) 20 km: Cevennes National Park (National Parc) 21 km: Florac (Village, Cevennes National Parc) 20 km: Gorges du Tarn (Dramatic river gorge) 25 km: Marvejols (Recommended stopover town) 20 km: Mende (Village, Cevennes National Parc) 11 km: Montbrun (scenic village) 4 km: Saint-Chely-du-Tarn (pretty village)
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