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.
L’Echappée volcanique
Bike loop along the Coiron volcanic massif, from authentic villages to breathtaking panoramas. Departure from St Jean le Centenier.
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!
Maison de la Lavande Ardèche / Producer-Distiller & Museum
Located at the gateway to the Gorges de l'Ardèche, in an authentic, natural setting, the Maison de la Lavande offers 3 lavender-related activities: a guided tour of the museum on the little train, creative workshops and a treasure hunt.
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.
Castle of Vogüé
.Follow in the footsteps of the Marquis of Vogüé and discover the history of this castle that dominates the Vogüé village, on the banks of the Ardèche river. Historical rooms and magnificent hanging gardens. Explore on your own or with a guided tour.
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 at St Laurent sous Coiron
The picnic area (with 3 tables) is located on the platform at the top of the village near the orientation table.