Banne, a village with character Banne, the medieval pearl of the Ardèche, has a picturesque character and a rich historical heritage. Nestling in the heart of the Cévennes mountains, this village boasts an enchanting landscape. Red-tiled roofs, narrow streets and stone houses with flower-decorated
Largentière is a superb little town of 1,800 inhabitants located around 10 km south of Aubenas in the Ardèche. Originally named Ségualières until the 13th century, the town owes its current name to the silver-lead mines that were exploited from the 10th to 15th centuries, and then partially in the
A medieval village Balazuc, a medieval village perched on the banks of the Ardèche, is a jewel of Ardèche architecture. Its cobbled streets wind between golden stone houses. They offer picturesque views over the valley and the medieval bridge over the river. The castle, dating back to the 11th
Saint-Martin-d’Ardèche is a charming village in the Ardèche department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of southern France. At the mouth of the Gorges, nestling on the banks of the river, lies Saint-Martin-d’Ardèche. In 1938, Max Ernst, the surrealist painter, made his mark here. The
Privas is the capital of the Ardèche département in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Privas is the least populated of France’s prefectures, with 8,313 inhabitants according to the latest INSEE census in 2021. At an altitude of 300 metres and surrounded by hills, Privas, the prefecture of the
Vallon-Pont-d’Arc is a charming village in the Ardèche. Its claim to fame is the Pont d’Arc, a spectacular rock arch over the River Ardèche. This iconic site marks a gateway to the Gorges de l’Ardèche, attracting canoeists and hikers alike. Vallon-Pont-d’Arc is ideally
Jaujac, a village with character Jaujac, in the Ardèche, is a charming village full of character, nestling in the heart of the Ligne valley nearAubenas. Known for its natural beauty and rich heritage, this village attracts visitors looking for authenticity and tranquillity. Dominated by the
Saint Vincent de Barrès is a picturesque village in the Ardèche region of south-east France. Approximately 17km from Privas. This fortified village with its medieval streets overlooks a rocky spur of marl and limestone at an altitude of 260 metres. Special features of Saint Vincent de Barres Known
Le Teil in the Ardèche and the Rhône Valley Le Teil, a picturesque French commune in the Ardèche, nestles on the banks of the Rhône. It attracts visitors with its authentic charm and exceptional natural setting. This historic town offers visitors a unique blend of cultural heritage and natural
Montselgues is a pretty village in the Ardèche mountains, and the starting point for countless hikes and mountain bike rides. For road cycling, there are some very nice roads with very little traffic. The village of Montselgues Montselgues is a picturesque village in the Ardèche department of
Les Vans is a small Ardèche town at the foot of the Cévennes mountains, with some magnificent villages of character in the surrounding area. The village of Les Vans Les Vans is a picturesque commune in the Ardèche department, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Nestling at the foot of the Cévennes
A place rich in history and heritage Aubenas, a charming town in the Ardèche, is rich in history and heritage. At the heart of the town stands the majestic Château. Dating back to the 12th century, this listed fortress dominates the town and offers a panoramic view of the Ardèche mountains
A village with character Chassiers, a village in the south of the Ardèche, embodies the authenticity and charm of the villages of the Ardèche. Perched on a hill, this medieval village offers breathtaking views over the valley. It attracts visitors with its picturesque scenery and tranquil
Saint Thomé is a very pretty village of character in the Ardèche, renowned for its charm and historical significance. This village sits on a rocky outcrop where three rivers meet. It majestically overlooks several hamlets in valleys carved out of limestone soil. A Gallo-Roman history Traces of
Part 3 of Ardèche from the air The Ardèche, seen from the air (part 3), completes our discovery of these fantastic landscapes. After flying over the Gorges de l’Ardèche (see Part 1) and the Mont Gerbier de Jonc(Part 2), Part 3 of our flight takes us first over the Mont Mezenc. Mezenc from the
The Ardèche from the air Part 2 of Ardèche from the air The Ardèche, seen from the air (part 2), reveals a breathtaking and varied landscape, punctuated by emblematic sites and natural treasures. After flying over the Gorges de l’Ardèche and the Pont d’Arc, the 2nd part of our flight
The Ardèche from the air and the fantastic Gorges de l’Ardèche with its surrounding villages: The route of the 1st part of the flight Our flight starts in Ruoms and heads downstream along the Ardèche river. We fly over the Sampzon rock, Labastide de Virac and the Pont d’Arc. Then come
A charming village in the Ardèche mountains La Chapelle Graillouse is a charming village in the Ardèche department, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Nestling at an altitude of 1,100 metres, the village offers an idyllic setting for lovers of nature and tranquillity. La Chapelle Graillouse has a
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
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
