Hostellerie du Villard , Le Malzieu Forain

"A charming destination at the heart of our beautiful Margeride region in Lozère, on a south-facing hillside looking down the valley. We are located in an exceptional setting at an altitude of 980m just 2km from Malzieu. Our charming bedrooms and gastronomic restaurant offer the opportunity for a pleasant stay in an original setting. Enjoy carefully prepared dishes made with fresh produce coming directly from the best local producers…All of our dishes are totally homemade, from starter through to dessert. Everything is provided to offer guests the very best for a holiday break, an overnight stopover, a seminar, a banquet, a family get-together or any other event that you may wish to celebrate."

"Deep in the heart of the region of the legendary Beast of Gevaudan, 1.5km from Malzieu, a small 13th century medieval village with a population of just 1300 inhabitants which has succeeded in retaining its authentic character. Lovingly restored in compliance with French heritage standards, surrounded by pastures and forests run through by streams and rivers, the village has earned its reputation as ""The Pearl of the Valley"". So much for history lovers, with a rich heritage within a radius of 15km, including Verdezun, Prunières, Albaret-Sainte-Marie, Apcher Tower, Mount Mouchet, the resistance memorial, Les Ducs, Saint Pierre le Vieux… And for nature enthusiasts too, the region has much to offer for hikers and horse-riders alike (GR4, Compostella pilgrimage trail), along with trout fishing, wild fruit and mushroom picking. Two animal parks of note: European Bisons and the Wolves of Gevaudan."