The Oeillantes dolmen is one of around twenty accessible from the Mas de la Fontenette in the Ardèche gorges. Mas de la Fontenette is a 4-star gite with heated swimming pool and wellness area. Dolmens dating back to the Neolithic period Megaliths are large blocks of stone (from the Greek mega =
The Deveze dolmen is one of the most beautiful dolmens near Mas de la Fontenette, our gite in the Ardèche with heated infinity pool. It’s not easy to find. You could walk right past it without even seeing it. It is located on the left-hand side of a forest track (one of many) leading from
Dolmens in the Ardèche Did you know that with almost 900 megaliths, there are more dolmens in the Ardèche than in Brittany? The dolmen at Champagnac, in the Ardèche, are among the most impressive megalithic monuments. It bears witness to the burial practices and beliefs of the region’s
La goule de Foussoubie is a 6-minute drive from Mas de la Fontenette, a magnificent farmhouse with heated swimming pool for holiday rental in the Gorges de l’Ardèche. It is the main entrance to a karstic network located in the communes of Vagnas, Labastide-de-Virac and Salavas, in the Ardèche
This magnificent fox was filmed at Mas de la Fontenette, a superb gite with heated swimming pool in the Ardèche gorges. It sometimes roams freely around the property. He’s not very shy and lets himself be discreetly filmed, as in this video taken from the window of the Mas de la Fontenette
A megalith dating from the Neolithic period Situated at the bend in the road between Labastide de Virac and Orgnac l’Aven, the Font du Loup dolmen is easily accessible. It’s a 10-minute drive, a 1-hour hike or a 20-minute mountain bike ride from Mas de la Fontenette. This is one of the
Lavender in the Ardèche What could be more beautiful than a field of lavender in flower? In the southern Ardèche, just a few kilometres from Mas de la Fontenette in Labastide de Virac and near Barjac, the harvest doesn’t take place until July. This is not lavender as such, but lavandin
The Ardèche in spring, with its breathtaking colours and exceptional flowers. Spring in the Ardèche Spring at Mas de la Fontenette, in the Gorges de l’Ardèche, is a time of renewal and natural splendour. The landscape undergoes a metamorphosis, revealing a palette of vibrant, invigorating
Mountain biking in Salavas from Mas de la Fontenette Mountain biking in Salavas in the Lantousse valley as far as the mill, starting from Mas de la Fontenette and passing through Sicouzac. In the Lantousse valley, take the Font Garnide path. Head straight down into the ravine to cross the Hubasses
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 de Virac marks the most peaceful part of the Ardèche Gorges. The villave offers some of the most beautiful walks leading to the Ardèche Gorges. The word
A fairly easy family hike from the Mas de la Fontenette to the Pas du Mousse. The viewpoint at the finish dominates the Ardèche Gorges, with a view upstream to the Pont d’Arc and downstream to the Tiourre valley. You can also see the Sampzon tower, a magnificent 360° viewpoint over the
The hill of Saint Roman The Saint Roman hill in Labastide de Virac offers magnificent panoramic views. Signposted footpaths allow hikers to discover the wild beauty of the region. Between guarrigues, holm oaks and impressive rock formations. The chapel of Saint Roman Climbing up the hill, visitors
Magnificent little valley on the edge of the Ardèche gorges, isolated with a spring, limestone concretions and remarkable scenery. 80-metre waterfall.
The Cirque de Gaud is one of the countless meanders of the Ardèche Gorges. You can access it from the right bank (south side), which is the quietest and most interesting, in the commune of Labastide de Virac. From the Mas de la Fontenette(a 4-star holiday rentalgite with heated swimming pool), take
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 la Fontenette is a 4-star gite with a heated infinity pool and wellness area. The return journey is just as leisurely, via a shortcut. Route GR4 Labastide-de-Virac with
The Ardèche is a magnificent region in south-east France, known for its breathtaking scenery, rivers, gorges and picturesque villages. Staying in a chambre d’hôte in the Ardèche is a great way to discover the region while enjoying a warm, personal welcome. But there’s much more to it
