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Barjac

Occitanie, France · Europe

About Barjac

Barjac is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, 10km from Gorges de l'Ardèche.

Barjac is a town located in Occitanie, France. With a population of 1,503, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Barjac sits in France, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Paris time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Barjac to your route.

About Barjac

Barjac (French pronunciation: [baʁʒak]) is a commune in the Gard department in southern France. The valley of the river Cèze lies to the south, and the river Ardèche is 10 km (6.2 mi) to the north. Barjac is a Renaissance town. The old city centre retains ancient narrow streets, squares and houses of that time. The

Read more Château of the Counts of the Roure with its stone courtyard, once called the "Citadel", has been rebuilt several times from the twelfth century. This imposing edifice now features a library in the former stables, and a cinema in the old kitchens. The chateau is the venue for the festival "Chansons de Paroles" (Songs and Words) held annually in late July. The contemporary German artist Anselm Kiefer has had his studio, called the Ribaute, in Barjac since 1993 in a former industrial wasteland of 35 hectares.

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Where is Barjac located?

Barjac is located in Occitanie, France, Europe. The coordinates are 44.3084 latitude, 4.3477 longitude.

What is the population of Barjac?

Barjac has a population of approximately 1,503 people, making it a town in France.

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Quick Information

Population
1,503
Continent
Europe
Country
France
Region
Occitanie
Timezone
Europe/Paris
Coordinates
44.3084, 4.3477

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in France

Police
17
Ambulance
15
Fire
18
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Carrying a warning triangle and hi-vis vest in your vehicle is mandatory. Motorway emergency phones connect to official breakdown services only.

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Worth the detour from Barjac

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

natural wonder

Gorges de l'Ardèche

A 30 km canyon of canoeists and cliffs crowned by the natural rock arch of the Pont d'Arc.

10 km · about 20 min drive

museum

Grotte Chauvet 2

A faithful full replica of the 36,000-year-old painted cave, with the oldest known art on Earth.

11 km · about 20 min drive

natural wonder

Pont d'Arc

A magnificent 60-meter-wide natural stone arch spanning the Ardeche River at the entrance to its spectacular gorge.

12 km · about 20 min drive

ancient ruins

Théâtre Antique d'Orange

The best-preserved Roman theatre in Europe, its towering stage wall still hosting performances after 2,000 years.

41 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Pont du Gard

Remarkably preserved three-tiered Roman aqueduct bridge built in the first century AD in southern France.

43 km · about 50 min drive

racetrack

Circuit de Ledenon

Twisting, roller-coaster circuit in the sun-baked hills near Nimes, famed as France's most technical track; a favourite of motorcyclists and track-day drivers, and one of few French circuits run anti-clockwise.

45 km · about 50 min drive

ancient ruins

Arena of Nimes

One of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters in the world, still hosting events nearly 2,000 years after its construction.

53 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

Palais des Papes

The largest Gothic palace in the world, serving as the seat of Western Christianity during the 14th century.

54 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Barjac

  • 54 kmPont Saint-Bénézet (Pont d'Avignon)The famous half-bridge of the children's song, jutting into the Rhône beneath Avignon's papal ramparts.
  • 65 kmMont AigoualThe highest summit of the Cévennes at 1,565 m, crowned by a weather observatory with vast horizons.
  • 76 kmMont Ventoux Summit ViewpointThe 'Beast of Provence' at 1,912 metres, a barren lunar summit offering views from the Alps to the Mediterranean on clear days.

Driving in France

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.85/litre
Motorway tolls
~€10.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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