FRENCH HOLIDAY VILLAS GARD | Languedoc, France. Gard is a department situated in southern France in the Languedoc-Roussillon region and named after the river Gardon. Gard is a picturesque, historic department with stunning and varied landscape from fantastic Mediterranean beaches and dramatic gorges that run through the hills, to some of the most beautiful villages in France. It is generally the eastern part of the department that is most popular with visitors on holiday in Gard – Rent self catering holiday homes in Gard and take a trip to the well known and historic city of Nimes, best known for its roman architecture and the famous Pont du Gard (the world’s tallest Roman-built bridge!). For more culture and festivals head to Saint-Laurent-des-Arbres, or the medieval town of Aigues-Mortes where holidaymakers can also relax on the popular seaside resorts of La Grande Motte and Le Grau-du-Roi. Or perhaps take French holiday rental accommodation in Gard, France and enjoy more active activities in the Cervennes mountains such as climbing, canoeing, mountain biking and walking. The warm summers will help contribute to the enjoyment of your experience.