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 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
The Col de la Chavade From the Mas de la Fontenette, our magnificent gite with swimming pool in the Ardèche, it takes around 1.5 hours to drive to the Ardèche mountains and the Col de la Chavade. The Verrerie barn The Chambon forest is a beautiful hiking area aboveAubenas in the Ardèche mountains
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
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 787 metres and is located between Aubenas and Privas, in the Ardèche département. It overlooks the Ardèche valley and the Languedoc plains to the south-west
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
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”
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
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
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
A living tableau of fantastic colours The colours of autumn in the southern Ardèche transform this region into a living tableau of fantastic colours. This is particularly the case at Mas de la Fontenette in Labastide de Virac, on the edge of the Ardèche Gorges. The forests and vineyards are bathed
Autumn colours at Mas de la Fontenette in Ardèche Flamboyant autumn colours The Southern Ardèche in autumn offers a dazzling display of colour, particularly at Labastide de Virac, on the edge of the Ardèche Gorges, and at Mas de la Fontenette. The landscapes are adorned in brilliant hues of red
Autumn brings a variety of colours to nature. The landscapes, particularly the undergrowth in the southern Ardèche, take on fantastic colours. Autumn colours in the Ardèche Autumn brings a variety of colours to nature, transforming landscapes into living tableaux. Every nuance tells a story. In the
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
