Margès is situated on a hill and overlooks the Herbasse Valley to the west. A first mention of « villa turna » can already be found in 1080; this designation is probably attributed to the present-day village of Margès.
Those who choose Margès as a travel destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
History
Until the 19th century, the village of Margès was called Tournay. Until the 17th century, the community of Margès had its own parish and Saint-Didier Church.
Culture
The Vierge du Voeu is located on the Route des eymards in Margès. The church and chapel of Margès can be visited daily throughout the year with free access.
There are also several named cultural and historical sites in the surrounding area: the historic site of Abbaye de Vernaison is located near Margès. The Palais Idéal du Facteur Cheval monument is also located near Margès. The Église Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul church is located in the immediate vicinity of Margès. The La Tour d'Albon monument is located in the wider regional surroundings of Margès.
Landscape
Several prominent elevations are located in the wider regional surroundings of Margès. The Montagne de la Sieurle mountain is located in the wider regional surroundings of Margès. The Roc de l'Épène summit is located in the wider regional surroundings of Margès. The Serre Cocu summit is located in the wider regional surroundings of Margès. The Rocher du Roi Gros Nez mountain is located in the wider regional surroundings of Margès.
Cycling
The Chaucidou between the Margès intersection and the hydraulic structure over the Randon has been completed. The speed limit on the Chaucidou is 70 km/h. On the Chaucidou between the Margès intersection and the crossing over the Randon, cyclists ride on the hard shoulders.
