What’s happening in Ardèche

Come and explore prehistory in a whole new way as you search for a mysterious object in the Cité de la Préhistoire. You’ll travel back in time, question the museum’s inhabitants and find the contents of the “mysterious chest”!

Cleopatra had just lost Egypt to Rome. At the same time, on the other side of the Mediterranean, the Roman Empire was developing its power over former Gallic territory and founding Alba, capital of the Helvians.

The Villeneuve-de-Berg media library is organizing an exhibition by Yann Arthus-Bertrand.
All audiences. In partnership with the Ardèche Departmental Media Library.

Exhibition “Belles bêtes” – information

Animal art past and present.
There are similarities between the animal representations of Paleolithic artists
by photographer Guillaume Mazille.
The confrontation of these views is at the heart of the exhibition Belles bêtes !

The exhibition features works by Thierry Le Saëc, focusing on his recent work as a painter/plastician.
In keeping with his work as an engraver, prints by his friend Loïc le Groumellec will also be presented.

French film (1h29) by Mathias Mlekuz with Mathias Mlekuz, Philippe Rebbot, Josef Mlekuz

How did people make fire in prehistoric times? How did man hunt? How did they paint? Our daily demonstrations, workshops and “animated” tours complement your visit to the cave and the Cité de la Préhistoire.

The Montfleury winegrowers are offering various activities to celebrate the October Harvest.
3 to 5 km or 15 km walk at 9 a.m.
Pétanque (head-to-head at 9 a.m. and pairs at 2 p.m.)
Picodon competition
Tasting
Bombine (reservation required)

The hunt is open to all!
Big contest (overnight stays in a chalet or on a campsite to be won).
Drinks and snacks available on site.
Come spend a wonderful time with your family and discover the little secrets of our campsite…

Sports competition with a race in nature, high elevation gain and paths that are difficult to access for the most part, with stones and pebbles.
Choice for this new edition: 11km (450D+), 21km (900D+), 46km (1900D+), hiking, children’s race.

This year, Melchior the rooster has wreaked havoc again!
But this time, it’s up to you to help him by taking part in a giant goose chase in the castle’s hanging gardens!

French film (0h52) by Augusto Zanovello, Anne-Sophie Gousset, Clément Céard
From 6 years old.
Discover 4 short films in which the heroines will use their intelligence and creativity to improve the lives of those they love.

Celebrate the return of spring with the Aven d’Orgnac egg hunt! But where there’s a cave, there’s an egg… made of stone! As a family, find them in the site’s gardens and slip them into the magic box to get your Easter chocolates!

“Ardèche Images, in partnership with the Berg et Coiron community of communes, is offering a “general public” workshop for adults interested in film and sound creation, using archive images collected in the region.
Booking required

Fun creative workshops are offered during the spring break to keep your children busy and boost their creativity!
Reservations required.
Ages 4 and up, with no upper age limit.
Groups of 6 to 8 children.

Roxanne invites children to discover pottery and modelling over 5 sessions. It’s all about sensations and experimentation.
Registration required.

English film (0h40) by Merlin Crossingham.
Program of 8 short films brought together in one film.
From 3 years old

The Jastres Plateau Conservation Association invites you to discover the Lussas heritage development project: a monumental gate, discovery trails, and more.
Information and discussions
Closing with a friendly buffet

This conference will be given in two voices with Mr Henri Klinz, writer and speaker and Mrs Audrey Saison, archaeologist at Muséal, who will retrace the history of the introduction of wine in Basse Ardèche.

Come and meet our local producers!
The Neck farm opens its doors to you: “our goats and our free-range pigs are as friendly as pigs and will awaken your senses at the foot of the Neck”.

Come and discover our producers! La ferme de Fay opens its doors to you : “Calves, cows, horses, poultry and passionate breeders await you on the banks of the Coiron.”

Numerous farms in the Ardèche open their doors to let you discover their trades and passions. Discover the know-how of the Ardèche.

Come and meet our local producers!
The Serre de Courpatas farm is opening its doors: “Pigs, donkeys, sheep; maôche, black pudding, caillettes and sausages: everything is always so good on the Coiron!”

Friendship, solidarity, generosity… so that others can live!

The Association for the Preservation of the Jastres Plateau is organizing a guided tour of the Jastres Plateau.
Discover a fascinating site where history and nature intertwine!
Length: about 2 hours.

French film (1h22) by André Kadi, Karine Vézina
From 6 years old

Imagine yourself as a real Cévennes trapper! With Guillaume Paumier, mountain leader. Duration: 3h -150 m+, 6 km
Duration: 3h -150 m+, 6 km.

Starting May 1, Le Château is delighted to launch a summer season steeped in the spirit of dreams. Four exhibitions celebrate the unique worlds of four artists from different generations.

You’ll find over a lot of exhibitors on site, offering a wide range of products: handicrafts, regional products, textiles and much more.

50 m. underground, discover the finest cuvées of the Vignerons Ardéchois, including Grand Aven, appellation Côte du Vivarais, aged in the most spectacular cellar in Ardèche: Aven d’Orgnac, discovered exactly 90 years ago by R. de Joly!

Roxanne invites you to discover modelling and passes on her knowledge of ceramics in 5-session sessions.
Accessible by registration only.

In partnership with the SOLEN association, screening of the film and discussion with the director after the screening.

The Echappées Belles Association is organizing this second garage sale to benefit its horses at the end of their careers and retired to the pasture, requiring care and other needs.
Snacks and refreshments available on site.
An exhibition of vintage mopeds, vintage motorcycles, and second-hand parts.

Want to recharge your batteries, take a break from the hectic daily life, take some time for yourself, discover the nature that surrounds us ?
Free outing open to the public, young adults, students, and adults.
Limited places and registration required.

The M1 League is a French championship in 10 stages organized by the Fédération Française de Sport Boules
The 7th stage will take place in St Jean le Centenier.
Catering and musical entertainment on site.

The Villeneuve-de-Berg media library is organizing an exhibition by Rolland Biessy.
This event is accessible to all audiences.

Come and enjoy a fun and friendly time, with family and friends. At your disposal a variety of games suitable for all ages!
All audiences, in partnership with the games library of the sociocultural center.
Without reservation.

A festive event to start the summer in style!
On the program: DJ evening / Concert, Bar & Catering

The Culture en Fait association offers you in the interior courtyards or enclosed gardens proposals from professional artists and amateur troupes (theater, dance, music, singing, reading, poetry, stories, visual arts, clowns, puppets, mimes).

France Services offers this digital workshop by registration.
Please note: limited capacity (approximately 5 people).

How did people make fire in prehistoric times? How did man hunt? How did they paint? Our demonstrations and workshops will complement your visits to the cave and the Cité de la Préhistoire over the long weekend.

The Villeneuve-de-Berg media library is organizing a mini-concert songs of the world !
This event is open to all audiences.

The Villeneuve-de-Berg media library is organizing a storytelling walk, with Nicolas Grisolle.
All audiences, from 5 years old. From the media library. By reservation only.

Straight or spiral, in stone, metal or wood, the staircases take up all the space in the Château! Taking us from one floor to the next, they are well worth a look…

Concert in the church
More information to come

The Villeneuve-de-Berg media library is organizing a musical nap!
This event is accessible to all audiences.

Concert with the Jastres Choir

The town of Villeneuve de Berg invites you to come and admire the works of different artists during 2l spring and summer periods.
More information to come.

Come and enjoy a fun and friendly time, with family and friends. At your disposal a variety of games suitable for all ages!
All audiences, in partnership with the games library of the sociocultural center.
Without reservation.

The Villeneuve-de-Berg media library is organizing an exhibition-investigation game!
All audiences, from 10 years old. In partnership with the Ardèche Departmental Media Library.

Want to recharge your batteries, take a break from the hectic daily life, take some time for yourself, discover the nature that surrounds us ?
Free outing open to the public, young adults, students, and adults.
Limited places and registration required.

France Services offers this digital workshop by registration.
Please note: limited capacity (approximately 5 people).

The Debussy Quartet have been behind ‘Les Cordes en ballade’ Chamber Music Festival for 20 years to bring together world-famous musicians and artists from all walks of life.

As part of the 26th edition of the traveling music festival Les Cordes en Ballade, find the concert “French Impressions” by Le Concert Impromptu (wind quintet).

The Caveau de Valvignères offers cellar tours throughout the summer. Bookings by telephone.

National holiday with: ball and fireworks.

Various paintings

As part of the summer night market, entertainment will be offered in the city center.
A different theme every week:

Discovery of filmographies or exceptional documentary works during these General Estates of Documentary Films

Huge garage sale for non-professionals.
One of the largest yard sale in southern Ardèche.

Traditional votive festival in the village!
Detailed program to come

Traditional garage sale organized as part of the votive festival.

Concert in the church of Sallèles
More information to come

Unknown to the public, the reserves of the Cité de la Préhistoire, a Musée de France, house a collection of tens of thousands of objects. On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, the hidden world of the reserves opens its doors to you!

France Services offers this digital workshop by registration.
Please note: limited capacity (approximately 5 people).

Unaccompanied visit, free admission for all on the occasion of the Castagnade in Joyeuse (chestnut festival).

France Services offers this digital workshop by registration.
Please note: limited capacity (approximately 5 people).