Activities in the Ardèche from the Mas de la Fontenette

Leaving from the property (Routes for walking, hiking or mountain biking)

All the activities below can be enjoyed on foot or by bike from Mas de la Fontenette. Leave your car behind and enjoy the beauty of nature and the countryside. Click on the grey filters to select your favourite activities. For hikes and mountain bike trails, you can import the GPX tracks onto your mobile phone.

The 5 dolmens of Les Oeillantes

Main dolmen at Les Oeillantes
The Oeillantes dolmen is one of around twenty accessible from the Mas de la Fontenette in the Ardèche gorges. Mas de la Fontenette ...

Devèze Dolmen

Dolmen de la Devèze - Labastide de Virac
The Deveze dolmen is one of the most beautiful dolmens near Mas de la Fontenette, our gite in the Ardèche with heated infinity ...

Dolmen at Champagnac

Champagnac dolmen - Salavas - Ardèche
Dolmens in the Ardèche Did you know that with almost 900 megaliths, there are more dolmens in the Ardèche than in Brittany? The ...

Goule de Foussoubie

Foussoubie spring (Ardèche)
La goule de Foussoubie is a 6-minute drive from Mas de la Fontenette, a magnificent farmhouse with heated swimming pool for holiday rental ...

VTT Salavas (Lantousse Valley)

Mountain biking in the valley of the Lantousse stream (Salavas)
Mountain biking in Salavas from Mas de la Fontenette Mountain biking in Salavas in the Lantousse valley as far as the mill, starting ...

The old village of Labastide de Virac

Labastide de Virac
This village stands out on the road to the famous Aven d'Orgnac from Vallon Pont d'Arc, close to the fabulous Chauvet cave. Labastide ...

Hike no. 4: Le Pas du Mousse

Pas du Mousse (Ardèche gorges)
A fairly easy family hike from the Mas de la Fontenette to the Pas du Mousse. The viewpoint at the finish dominates the ...

Gour de la Sompe

Gour de la Sompe (Ardèche)
A magnificent double waterfall Just 10 minutes from Lagorce, the little-known Gour de la Sompe hardly ever appears on maps or recommended tourist ...

Ranc de l’Arc arch

Arche le Ranc de l'Arc (Ardèche)
The Ranc de l'Arc Arch The Ranc de l'Arc Arch is located in the picturesque Ibie Valley in the Ardèche. It features an ...

Mountain bike Gorges de la Baume

Mountain biking in the gorges de la Baume (Ardèche)
Mountain bike trail in the Gorges de la Baume above the village of Labeaume. A pleasant descent through the gorges, crossing the garigue ...

Brison Tower

Tour de Brison (Ardèche)
A unique lookout point in the Largentière region, this site offers a remarkable view of the Vivarais region. A panorama opens up over ...

Route 3: Saint-Roman chapel

Labastide de Virac from the Saint Roman chapel (Ardèche)
The hill of Saint Roman The Saint Roman hill in Labastide de Virac offers magnificent panoramic views. Signposted footpaths allow hikers to discover ...

The Col de l’Escrinet

Col de l'Escrinet (Ardèche)
The Col de l'Escrinet is a key crossing point for migratory birds in the Ardèche. The Col de l'Escrinet reaches an altitude of ...

Hike 2: Viewpoint of the cirque de Gaud

Gaud Circus
The Cirque de Gaud is one of the countless meanders of the Ardèche Gorges. You can access it from the right bank (south ...

Route 1: Labastide de Virac (GR4)

Hiking route no. 1: Labastide de Virac via the GR4
This short hike or mountain bike ride on the GR4 through Labastide-de-Virac (2.8 km) starts from the Mas de la Fontenette. Mas de ...

See also our pages Activities in the Ardèche less than an hour’s drive from Mas de la Fontenette and Activities in the Ardèche more than an hour’s drive from Mas de la Fontenette.

Well-being in the Ardèche at Mas de la Fontenette

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The southern Ardèche is a magnificent region offering a multitude of varied activities to suit all tastes. Here are a few suggestions for activities you can do from Mas de la Fontenette, a farmhouse with swimming pool and wellness area:

Outdoor activities in the Ardèche

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Cultural and historical discovery

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Festivals and events

  1. Festival Aluna: Take part in this open-air music festival held every summer.
  2. Chestnut Festival: Discover local traditions and taste chestnut-based products at this autumn festival.
  3. Lavender Festival: In summer, take part in the lavender festivities, with demonstrations and craft products.

Sports activities in southern Ardèche

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With so many activities to choose from, you’ll have the chance to discover the natural beauty, rich cultural heritage and diverse leisure opportunities of the southern Ardèche, while enjoying the comfort and facilities of Mas de la Fontenette.