A unique lookout point in the Largentière region, this site offers a remarkable view of the Vivarais region. A panorama opens up over the 36 surrounding villages nestling between the Cévennes and the Ardèche Méridionale, Mont Ventoux and Mont Blanc. The Brison tower can be seen from the Mas de la
The Chassezac Valley, above Les Vans in the Ardèche, is a real natural gem that attracts outdoor enthusiasts. Nestled between majestic mountains and impressive gorges. This region offers a multitude of activities for adventurers and nature lovers. It’s a magnificent granite valley descending
The Bois de Paiolive is an exceptional hiking area in the south of the Ardèche, near the town of Les Vans. A video on the Païolive woods presented by Clément Chaperon from the association “Découvrir en marchant”. You’ll discover spectacular karstic rock formations, natural
The Païolive wood The Païolive wood nibbles at both banks of the river in the Chassezac gorges. This tangle of rocks and trees will captivate you. You’ll also discover the Arche du Chassezac, one of the three most beautiful natural arches in the Ardèche, along with the Arche du Pont
The Chassezac arch overlooks the Chassezac gorges This arch, nestling opposite the Païolive wood in the Ardèche, is a natural wonder. It attracts nature lovers and geology enthusiasts alike. This impressive rock formation has been sculpted by erosion over thousands of years. It rises majestically
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.
A waterfall of great natural beauty The Sautadou waterfall is near Vallon pont d’Arc, between Saint Remèze and Gras, in the Ardèche. You’ll find it below the road, 500m before the hamlet of Helys. This small canyon offers an easy introduction to abseiling in a beautiful natural setting
Les Valadous rises to an altitude of 1,544 metres in the Ardèche, in the commune of Astet, France. It is the highest point of the Croix de Bauzon greenhouse. The Croix de Bauzon is also a great little ski resort in the Ardèche. Nearby is the cross-country ski station at Col de la Chavade. This
A unique canyoning experience The Gorges de la Borne in the Ardèche offer a unique canyoning experience in the heart of wild, unspoilt countryside. This aquatic adventure combines various natural obstacles. These include abseils, jumps into natural pools, slides and abseils down waterfalls. The
Superb slackline meeting in the Chassezac gorges in Ardèche. Initiation to the different disciplines throughout the meeting. Slackline Slacklining is a recent sport that at first glance resembles tightrope walking. However, it is clearly distinguished by the use of elastic polyester webbing. There
The Pissevieille canyon, located in the Ardèche department of France, defines a natural treasure. It offers visitors an unforgettable experience in the heart of a spectacular, unspoilt landscape. A small, steep canyon At the bottom of the Tiourre valley, with its steep rock faces, imposing cliffs
Guided hike in the Gorges de la Baume Julien de la Rocca, mountain leader and member of Ardèche Randonnées, takes us on a guided tour of the Gorges de la Baume. This hike will take us around the village of Labeaume. 1) We’ll start out on the limestone plateaux known as the “gras”
A Cistercian abbey founded in the 12th century About forty kilometres north-west of Aubenas, at an altitude of 1100 metres, Mazan Abbey is a Cistercian abbey. It was founded in the 12th century. After a period of abundance and power, it nevertheless suffered the ravages of man and time. Initially a
2nd highest peak in the Ardèche Mont gerbier de jonc is the 2nd highest peak in the Ardèche (1551m), just after Mezenc (1753m). This 90-metre-high prominence offers a magnificent panorama of the Ardèche mountains and the Alps. It borders on the commune of Saint-Martial. The commune of Sainte
Overlooking the medieval village and the abbey below, the Château de Cruas is a veritable fortress, a refuge for monks in troubled times. A medieval site Cruas Castle The Château de Cruas in the Ardèche is a historic jewel from the medieval era. Nestling on the banks of the Rhône, this fortified
Lake Issarlès is of volcanic origin Lake Issarlès is a volcanic lake, formed around 8,000 years ago. It occupies the crater of an ancient extinct volcano. It measures around 97 hectares and reaches a maximum depth of 138 metres, making it one of the deepest natural lakes in France. A footpath leads
Near the small town of Les Vans, the Bois de Païolive is one of the strangest natural curiosities in the southern Ardèche. Covering an area of 16km2, it is an incredible labyrinth of holm and white oaks, arbutus trees and, above all, rocks carved by the wind, rain and sun. The result is some superb
Notre-Dame de Veyrines, the church of a Benedictine priory in the commune of St Symphorien de Mahun in the Ardèche. St Symphorien de Mahun, a village well worth a visit, in a superb mountain setting. A staging post in the Middle Ages between the Rhône Valley and the Velay. A 12th century church The
Saint Clément in the Ardèche is a peaceful little mountain village, ideal for nature walks. The old village Situated in the Ardèche mountains in a sparsely populated region, this tiny village is built entirely of natural stone. Hiking trails An ideal, windy spot to recharge your batteries in a
