Cevennes Dark Sky Reserve: Best Time to Visit | Trailwind

International Dark Sky ReserveOccitanie, FranceBest time to visit Cevennes Dark Sky Reserve, Occitanie: May–Sep. One of Europe's largest dark-sky reserves, in the Cevennes massif.

Best time: May–Sep

Set in: Occitanie, France

In season: ~23°C high

Climate: 1–27°C

Currency: EUR

Language: French

Timezone: UTC+01:00

Best time to visitAim for May–Sep, the 5 months that line up best.Under the starsA certified dark-sky site — pack red-light only, check the moon phase, and give your eyes 20 minutes to adjust for the Milky Way.Featured in

International Dark Sky Places

Pairs well with

Ceuse, 118 mi away

Lyon, 121 mi away

Verdon Gorge, 141 mi away

Route des Grandes Alpes, 167 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhen is the best time to visit Cevennes Dark Sky Reserve?The best time to visit Cevennes Dark Sky Reserve is May–Sep, in Occitanie, France.Where is Cevennes Dark Sky Reserve?Cevennes Dark Sky Reserve is in Occitanie, France.What is Cevennes Dark Sky Reserve known for?One of Europe's largest dark-sky reserves, in the Cevennes massif.Keep exploring

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