Saint-Bauzille-de-Putois, Commune in Hérault department, Occitanie region, France.
Description
Saint-Bauzille-de-Putois sits at 221 meters elevation along the Hérault River, surrounded by garrigue landscapes, Cévennes foothills, and dramatic rock formations including the prominent Thaurac cliffs.
History
The village has served as a historical passageway between mountain ranges and coastal areas, connecting different regions through strategic routes traversing the garrigue and Cévennes landscapes for centuries.
Culture
Local residents maintain Occitan traditions and celebrate the annual Fête Votive in early August, showcasing regional customs, communal gatherings, and heritage rooted in southern French culture.
Practical
The commune covers 18.2 square kilometers with 1,839 inhabitants, accessible via postal code 34190, and offers outdoor activities including canoeing, kayaking, and via ferrata climbing near the Gorges de l'Hérault.
Did you know?
The village hosts Highline Saint Bauzille de Putois events, attracting adventure sports enthusiasts for slacklining and highline activities amid the dramatic cliff formations and river gorges.
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