Visit of the abbey church of Cruas
Discover the beauty of an pure roman abbey church at Cruas ! You will stand in awe of its beauty and mightinee. Genuine treasures are to be found inside this stunning enchanting building.
Remains of the Royal Bastide
Discover the remains of the Bastide Royale, in the heart of Villeneuve de Berg The Bastide Royale was created in 1284 by a deed of betrothal between Philippe III le Hardi, King of France, and the Abbot of Mazan. This established royal justice over the whole of the Bas Vivarais and built a new town with its ramparts, its corner towers, its war gate or gate of honour adorned with the coat of arms of the town, its royal house, now the town hall (under the courtroom you can visit the prisons). Ancient sundials can be seen in the streets of the village.
Picnic area at Sceautres
There are 2 tables and public toilets nearby. Perfect for discover Sceautres and its volcano!
Town of Villeneuve-de-Berg
You will be surprised by the architectural richness found in the city. As you stroll through its walkways you will find old buildings with its royal architecture, and 16th century Hotels, and even its old prison interesting to see and visit.
Statue of the Virgin
Statue of the Virgin at the top of the basaltic neck.
Muséum de l’Ardèche: fossils and dinosaurs
Embark on an unusual 500-million-year journey, where over 600 original fossils tell the story of the rocks and landscapes of the Ardèche. An adventure for the very young, with extractions and a dinosaur gallery!
Picnic area of Villeneuve de Berg
Not far from the city center, this picnic area is in a recreational area where you will find games for children. Adjoining public toilets are accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Picnic area in the village of Saint Jean le Centenier
This picturesque village built of black basalt and white limestone is an ideal starting point to discover the Coiron plateau.
Aven d’Orgnac – Grand Site de France – The City of Prehistory
On the Grand Site de l'Aven d'Orgnac, just a stone's throw from the Grotto exit, the Cité de la Préhistoire evokes 350,000 years of human adventure through collections of local remains of human occupation. Visit before or after the Aven d'Orgnac!