Lozère

Lozère is a rural department in the Occitanie region of southern France, notable for being the least populous department in mainland France with only about 77,000 inhabitants. The department is characterized by its mountainous terrain, including parts of the Cévennes and Aubrac plateau, and is known for its pristine natural landscapes, traditional agriculture, and outdoor recreation opportunities. Its prefecture is Mende, and the region is famous for its connection to Robert Louis Stevenson's travel book "Travels with a Donkey in the Cévennes."