Sainte Marie’s abbey-church
The abbey is a jewel of Romanesque art in Ardèche. It bears witness to the turbulent history of the former abbey of Cruas. Don't miss this beautiful place. Its very rare monastic gallery rediscovered 50 years ago, as well as its crypt and the mosaic.
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.
Village of Lavilledieu
From the national roadway 102, the village can be seen with its elegant bell tower, tiled rooftops and the beautiful silhouette of its convent. There are traces of Neolithic life, noting the ancient presence of man in Lavilledieu.
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.
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!
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.
Picnic area at Darbres
The picnic area (with 3 tables) is located in the center of this picturesque village next to the volcanic plateau of Coiron. This space is grassed. This area is not accessible to animals
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!