Rocky roads to stony walls

Road to Bardou

Hidden in the hills of southern France, Bardou welcomes those who wander a little further. There is no direct road, no train station — just winding paths, forest trails, and a final walk into stillness.

 

Use the map to plan your journey, but know that arriving is part of the experience.

 

Tip: 

Arrive during daylight, especially for first-timers.

The way to the hidden mountain hamlet

Travel information

Closest Airports

Public Transport

Montpellier is a good choice for train or plane travel, with tram and bus connections to Mons taking 2-3 hours.
Tickets cost under 2€, but buses are limited, so check the schedule.
From Mons, it’s a 6 km uphill walk to Bardou – consider reaching out for a lift.

 

Booking Tip: 

Use sncf-connect.com for trains.
Use herault-transport.fr to check the bus connection.
Book early for best prices.

What to bring

Bardou is situated in the very beautiful forest of chestnut and green oak and the rocky hills of the Parc de Haut-Languedoc. So make sure to come prepared for an outdoor adventure…

🛏️ Bedding & Towels
  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
  • Biodegradable shampoo
  • Handwashing detergent (e.g. “Rei in der Tube”)
  • Towel (can be rented – to be reserved in advance)
  • Sleeping bag and bedsheet (can be rented – to be reserved in advance)
🥾 Shoes & Clothes

Bardou weather can shift from hot to cool — be ready for it.

  • Layered clothing (for 8–35 °C)
  • Sturdy shoes with good grip
  • Rain jacket
  • Swimwear
  • Clothes for hiking
  • Small backpack (for hiking or shopping trips)
🌞 Protection & Allergy
  • Sunscreen, cap/hat, and sunglasses
  • Insect repellent (e.g. Autan)
  • Bite relief device (e.g. Bite Away)
  • Mosquito net + hooks for hanging
  • Small first aid kit:
    Band-aids, disinfectant, ibuprofen, Fenistil, wound dressings
  • People tending to allergic reaction should come prepared as of the remote location of Bardou
🔦 For Light & Power
  • Flashlight or headlamp (little light in Bardou at night)
  • Phone charger
  • Power strip (multi-socket)
🪙 Money
  • Payment can be made by bank transfer or 
  • Cash (closest ATM in Olargues – 20min by car)
✨ Nice to Have
  • Fairy lights (for outdoor charm)
  • Hot water bottle (for chilly nights)
  • Pocket knife
  • Crossword puzzles, games, knitting, or a good book
Support beyond the stone walls

Useful Information

🚑 Ambulance

Name Adress Phone
Ambulance Aurore
+33 4 67 95 60 18
Ambulance Fabre
+33 4 67 95 63 12

🩺 General doctors

Name Adress Phone
Calin C.
+33 4 20 10 48 38
Carratier G.
+33 4 67 95 65 28
Bourguignon C.
+33 4 67 95 06 18 / +33 9 75 54 08 85
Knight O.
+33 4 67 95 86 06
Ortenzio M.
+33 4 67 23 14 68 / +33 6 50 69 86 17
Maurel R.
+33 4 67 23 60 51
Petiaux O.
2 Rue Alphonse Daudet
+33 4 67 95 15 14
Dupont Anne Laure
Thermes, Avenue Clémenceau
+33 6 72 69 74 63
Dinca M.
Costes Floret, Avenue Clémenceau
+33 6 83 52 27 36
Reffas A.
27 Avenue Charcot
+33 9 83 31 28 75
Rouxels S.
Avenue Émile Capus
+33 4 67 23 46 48
Pariente S.
Avenue de la Gare
+33 6 45 77 02 28

🚕 Taxi Services

Name Adress Phone
Taxi André
+33 6 08 77 12 96

🧪 Medical Laboratory

Name Adress Phone
Laboratoire d’Analyses
26 Avenue Charcot
+33 4 67 95 65 21

👩‍⚕️ Nurses

Name Phone
Cambiere D.
+33 4 67 95 15 07 / +33 6 81 16 51 37
Cros I.
+33 4 67 95 17 17
Fourmi I. / Bezios A.
+33 6 03 99 24 11
Gauthier M.
+33 6 03 92 13 56
Giraudon C.
+33 6 88 65 81 62
Lacour R.
+33 4 67 37 14 55
Luchaire E.
+33 4 67 95 70 14
Luchaire M.
+33 7 71 04 66 18
Michel-Stumme M.
+33 4 67 95 60 18 / +33 6 75 74 19 28
Perez B. / Philippe M.
+33 6 89 12 47 45
Degorgue E. / Arnal I.
+33 7 56 93 51 04
Raynaud M.
+33 4 67 95 17 91 / +33 6 11 45 70 79
Rabays J. / Vallet J.
+33 6 85 13 51 26

💊 Pharmacy

Name Adress Phone
Pharmacie Rouanet
+33 4 67 95 60 15

🦶 Other Health Specialists

Category Name Address Phone
Dentist
Centre Odontologique de la Vallée de l'Orb
+33 4 67 95 04 23
Podiatrists
Mr & Mrs Tournes
+33 4 67 95 71 19
Physiotherapists & Osteopaths
Rivero C., Jard M., Hémard N., Singer L.
+33 4 67 95 40 44
Osteopath
Vayssade G.
+33 6 85 06 97 71
Psychologists
Achard Claude Germain Rene
+33 6 08 52 71 23 / +33 6 84 43 09 85