Discover - Aumes

On promontory overlooking the plain of the Hérault. Statue of Hermes, lion sculpted in tuff, capital and funeral stele: remains of its past dating back to the Iron Age. 13th c. church noted for its square chevet; splendid views. From "Pioch du Télégraphe", view of chateaus of Marennes and St Martin. Perfect place for ramblers.

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Sights:

■ 13th c. church; small archaeology exhibition, by appointment (Town Hall, tel: 04 67 90 73 84).

Activities:

■ Browse at Mrs Kruger's, Chateau de Marennes, (tel: 04 67 98 13 03 or 04 67 98 16 91, fax: 04 67 90 79 80).
■ "Pas du lièvre" botanists' walk, 3km (red markings).
■ "Sentier du Parédaous", 13km (blue markings) in the garrigue. Starts from information panel on the Platanes car park.
■ Discovery route of the landscapes by car (explanatory panels).