Statue de Sainte Raöne
A very touching story: It has been said that since old times this statue (the Virgen Mary with the Child Jesus) was sculpted by a young shepherd of the Bas-Montbrun area in a cherry grove.
Church Saint Pierre of Berzème
The church of Berzème appears as soon as 1170. It is a Romanesque church with a wooden bell from the 18th century.
Church of Saint-Maurice-d’Ibie
This church was constructed by the Benedictine monks of Conques. The Roman style entrance way dates the 12th century.
Church of Saint-Germain
The church has a strange bell tower: a 9m high statue of Our Lady of Lourdes. It is said that it would have been built in thanks for having spared the village from an epidemic of cholera which had struck the neighboring villages.
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.
Village of Saint-Gineys-en-Coiron
At the southern end of the village you will find an exceptional archeological and geological site, called Balmes de Montbrun. The name Balmes d'Montbrun or burned mountain, evokes its volcanic origins.
Church of Sceautres
The church Saint-Etienne is assimilating on the battlements. It disposes of roman vaults in stone.
Balmes de Montbrun
Around thirty caves, some of which have two levels, have been carved into the cliffs at various heights. Access to this unique site is free. An explanatory sign (in French and English) is located at the entrance to the site, near the small parking area.
Church of Saint-Pons
The church is one of the hundreds of places of worship of primitive Roman style built from the 11th century and has been modified several times, as often.
Melvita, organic cosmetics, guided visit and shop
"Established in 1983, the Ardèche organic cosmetics brand, MELVITA, invites you to learn about its history and values and to follow a product throughout the different production stages, on a guided tour of the factory.