Saint-Chély-d'Apcher is a commune in the Lozère department in southern France.

Its inhabitants are called Barrabans. This name was allotted to the inhabitants of Saint Chély d'Apcher during the Hundred Years' War. In 1363, the town was attacked by the English. The inhabitants defended themselves with bars, and advanced towards the attacking English army to the cry of "barres en avant" ("bars ahead").

Apcher Castle is a feudal castle. It is situated in a village called Prunières, 3 km from Saint Chély. Now, it is a ruin, the donjon alone is intact.

There is an art festival: it's Saint Chely d'Arte. It happens during the second week-end of August. There are music, theater and exhibitions.