Old villages in the Ardèche - Mas de la Fontenette

All the character villages and other old villages in the Ardèche.

The Chastelas de Grospierre and the Font Vive resurgence

The Chastelas de Grospierre and the Font Vive resurgence are two places you really must visit. The ruins of the chastelas de Grospierre ...

Bessas

The old village Perched on a hill 280 metres above sea level, Bessas is a picturesque little village with a population of 200, ...

Barjac

The old village This emblematic medieval village in the south of France is steeped in history and charm, with the majestic Château de ...

Salavas

Salavas, a picturesque village in the Ardèche, captivates visitors with its authentic charm and breathtaking scenery. Situated near the famous Ardèche Gorges, Salavas ...

Sampzon

Sampzon, a charming Ardèche village, offers an authentic and picturesque experience. Situated on a rocky outcrop, it offers breathtaking views over the Ardèche ...

Ruoms

Ruoms is an old medieval village founded in the 10th century. Its ramparts have 7 round towers. The village of Ruoms Ruoms, a ...

Lagorce

Lagorce, a village with character Lagorce is one of the 21 most beautiful villages of character in the Ardèche. A rich history Like ...

Labeaume

Labeaume, a village of character in the Ardèche Labeaume, a village full of character in the Ardèche, enchants visitors with its picturesque atmosphere ...

The castle of Alba la Romaine

The castle of Alba la Romaine The Château d'Alba-la-Romaine, in the Ardèche department, is a remarkable historic site. Perched on a hill, it ...

Vogüé, a village full of character

Vogüé is a magnificent village of character in the Ardèche. Its scenic beauty and historic architecture underpin its reputation. Listed as a Village ...

Thines

Thines, a small medieval village perched high up in the Ardèche, is enchanting with its cobbled streets and authentic atmosphere. Dominated by a ...

Alba la Romaine

Alba la Romaine, a beautiful village full of character The village of Alba la Romaine is one of the 21 villages with character ...

Chapias

The old village Chapias is a charming little village at the epicentre of Ruoms, Labeaume and Joyeuse et Rosière, typical of Ardèche villages, ...

Aiguèze

Aiguèze, a magnificent village with character Aiguèze culminates on the last cliffs at the exit of the Ardèche gorges, as if planted at ...

Banner

Banne, a village with character Banne, the medieval pearl of the Ardèche, has a picturesque character and a rich historical heritage. Nestling in ...

Largentière

Largentière is a superb little town of 1,800 inhabitants located around 10 km south of Aubenas in the Ardèche. Originally named Ségualières until ...

Balazuc

A medieval village Balazuc, a medieval village perched on the banks of the Ardèche, is a jewel of Ardèche architecture. Its cobbled streets ...

Saint Martin d’Ardèche

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 ...

Privas

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 ...

Vallon Pont d’Arc

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 ...

Jaujac

Jaujac, a village with character Jaujac, in the Ardèche, is a charming village full of character, nestling in the heart of the Ligne ...

Saint Vincent de Barres

Saint Vincent de Barrès is a picturesque village in the Ardèche region of south-east France. Approximately 17km from Privas. This fortified village with ...

Le Teil in the Ardèche

Le Teil in the Ardèche and the Rhône Valley Le Teil, a picturesque French commune in the Ardèche, nestles on the banks of ...

Montselgues

Montselgues is a pretty village in the Ardèche mountains, and the starting point for countless hikes and mountain bike rides. For road cycling, ...

Les Vans

Les Vans is a small Ardèche town at the foot of the Cévennes mountains, with some magnificent villages of character in the surrounding ...

Aubenas

A place rich in history and heritage Aubenas, a charming town in the Ardèche, is rich in history and heritage. At the heart ...

Chassier

A village with character Chassiers, a village in the south of the Ardèche, embodies the authenticity and charm of the villages of the ...

Saint Thomé, a village full of character

Saint Thomé is a very pretty village of character in the Ardèche, renowned for its charm and historical significance. This village sits on ...

La Chapelle Graillouse

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 ...

The old village of 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 ...

Villages classified as villages of character in the Ardèche

Mas de la Fontenette is a holiday rental in the Gorges de l’Ardèche rated 4 stars by Gites de France. It has its own heated swimming pool, wellness area, Mediterranean garden and 2.5 hectares of wooded parkland. The property borders directly on the Ardèche Gorges Nature Reserve. It offers a fantastic view of the old village of Labastide de Virac, a magnificent village with its medieval castle.

There are 21 villages classified as “villages de caractère” in the Ardèche. The Ardèche is full of picturesque old villages that captivate visitors with their authentic charm and rich heritage. Vogue is a magnificent medieval village with narrow streets and stone houses. Labeaume, perched on a hill, captivates with its limestone buildings and breathtaking views. Balazuc, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, offers an idyllic setting with its houses clinging to the rock. Antraigues-sur-Volane, renowned for its picturesque lanes and artistic atmosphere, is the village where Jean Ferrat found inspiration. Joyeuse charms with its colourful facades and historic heritage. Rosières, with its traditional architecture and lively markets, is another must-see. Saint-Montan boasts a fascinating medieval heritage with the remains of its fortifications. Each of these villages immerses you in the history and culture of the Ardèche, offering enchanting landscapes and enriching discoveries.

Other old villages

Many other villages in the Ardèche are just as beautiful and attractive as the villages classified as “villages de caractère”.