Explore Lalouvesc at HOTEL RESTAURANT LE RELAIS DU MONARQUE

This walk through the high-altitude forests of Lalouvesc takes you to the upper Doux Valley.

A very fine trail with a chance to explore the upper Ay valley, a well-preserved, peaceful and wooded highland region, where walking is the best way to enjoy a rich natural and cultural heritage. The tour for the second day, for those who have opted for the self-guided route. This walk offers a wealth of panoramic views. Trails sheltered by tall fir and beech trees, forest tracks with a more challenging section along ridges overlooking the valley and its unspoilt countryside. A tour that has all the makings of an adventure in the wilderness!

A lovely walk around Lalouvesc offering stunning views over the upper Doux valley. You’ll explore part of the Afars nature trail. An easy walk.

A very fine trail with a chance to explore the upper Ay valley, a well-preserved, peaceful and wooded highland region, where walking is the best way to enjoy a rich natural and cultural heritage.

This delightful, shaded hike around the highest point of Val d'Ay includes some wonderful views over the valley and the Alps.

This delightful, shaded hike around the highest point of Val d'Ay includes some wonderful views over the valley and the Alps. Easy hike.

Downhill cycle route from Lalouvesc to Tournon, covering the entire Doux Valley. Along the way, don't miss the picturesque villages of Désaignes and Boucieu le Roi. Finally, the majestic Gorges du Doux. The trail is accessible all year round on a self-guided basis. You can also take the line 11 bus from Tournon sur Rhône to Lalouvesc.

Cycling downhill from Lalouvesc to Tournon, with superb panoramic views of the Alps on one side and the Massif Central on the other. Along the way, don't miss the beautiful stone village of Boucieu le Roi and the Gorges du Doux. Bus service on line 11 from Tournon sur Rhône to Lalouvesc, on demand. You can also take the Ardèche steam train with its dedicated carriage, which has been awarded the "Accueil vélo" label. Reservations with bike option required on www.trainardeche.fr/

A cyclo route with downward profile from Lalouvesc to Sarras passing by Saint Bonnet le Froid, Vanosc, Villevocance and Annonay. Bus service from Tournon sur Rhône to Lalouvesc on line 11

Downhill cycle route from Lalouvesc to Sarras along the Ay valley. Along the way, don't miss the beautiful basilica of Lalouvesc, the site of Notre Dame d'Ay and the river that loops around it, before finishing at the Gorges de l'Ay. Bus service on line 11 from Tournon sur Rhône to Lalouvesc, on demand, You can also take the Canotiers boat, which has been awarded the "Accueil vélo" label, to complete the St Vallier - Tournon section. Reservations with bike option required on https://www.canotiersboatnbike.com/

Lalouvesc joined the network of Sanctuary Cities in France on 1 January 2020. The application was submitted by the Sanctuary of Lalouvesc and the Val d'Ay tourist office. The Neo-Byzantine-style basilica at Lalouvesc is well worth a visit: the stained-glass windows recounting the life of Saint Jean-François Régis, the reliquary containing the saint’s relics, the reliquary of Saint Thérèse Couderc, the paintings in the chancel depicting the history of the pilgrimage, Our Lady of Peace, and Oudin’s Virgin and Child… . The architect was Pierre Bossan (Fourvière and Ars). Don’t miss the crypt at the ‘Montagne des Pardons’ (with its monuments and ex-votos), located on the site of the very first church dedicated to the saint. Behind the basilica, the Félix and Esther Oudin Centre houses a magnificent collection of modern sacred art (Maison Saint Régis). The Saint Régis Chapel and Museum offer an insight into the history of the ‘Walker of God’ and his era; the museum is interactive and very accessible, particularly for children, who are fascinated by Georges Serraz’s diorama. For lovers of nature and cultural heritage, there are numerous walking routes allowing you to follow in the footsteps of Saint Régis, from the miraculous fountain to the wayside crosses offering breathtaking panoramic views. Lalouvesc is sure to charm you with its rich history and diverse range of activities.

At 1080 m the hotel restaurant welcomes you all year. Traditional food. Done carefully and traditional cuisine: specialities featuring cold cuts, mushrooms and blueberries

Home-style cooking: local products – blueberries and mushrooms. ‘Homemade’ ice creams and sorbets The Hôtel Restaurant "Les Voyageurs" is the perfect place to have lunch in a warm and friendly atmosphere. The cuisine is simple, authentic, generous and wholesome. In summer, guests particularly enjoy a refreshing break with our “homemade” ice creams. Whether it’s chestnut or verbena ice cream and raspberry sorbet, the iconic flavours of the Ardèche are sure to delight your taste buds. Those with a sweet tooth can even buy them by the litre or half-litre!

In stone-built house outside the village: kitchen and bathroom on ground floor - dormitory on first floor. Lalouvesc stays a privileged playground for hikers, cyclists or walkers. In the village, you can discover the basilica and enjoy the view on the Alps.

The gîte is at an altitude of 1,100 meters, which is led by voluntaries. The shelter of the pilgrim cultivates family spirit and welcomes groups or individual people. It is an overlooked stop on the way of St Regis. The main building has 3 floors: large common room on ground floor, 2nd common room in annex, both with kitchen areas. Every summer, the shelter of the pilgrim is becoming also the cinema of Lalouvesc. You will be seduced by the vintage atmosphere during the showing. Preview of a movie and quality programming for everyone, conferences and theatre.

Water and electricity supply, possibility of emptying. No reception for campers. The payment is only available with tokens (to be paid at the town council, or at the camping or at the shop” Vival”) Located on the place of the lake, near the shops, parking and access to the camping.

Guesthouse in the Ardèche Verte. Perfect for family or friends: swimming pool with stunning views, a terrace overlooking the Ardèche mountains, and a viewpoint overlooking the Alps. The children will love the treehouse! A fully renovated 180m² stone house. Fully fitted kitchen, wood-pellet stove, light-filled veranda. Spread over three levels with a south-facing terrace, veranda, courtyard, adjoining garden and parking. Hiking trails start right from the house.

Two independent gîte in an old farmhouse in the heart of a small hamlet. On sunny days you can enjoy the terraced gardens and the swimmingpool.

Two independent lodgings in an old restored farmhouse in the heart of a small hamlet. On sunny days you can enjoy the terraced gardens and the swimmingpool.

Old rectory of the Church of Lalouvesc, St. Regis died in this chapel the 31rd od december 1640 There is a splendid fresco in the dome

Built in the neo-Byzantine style, completed in 1877, it contains a reliquary with the remains of Saint Régis and stained-glass windows recounting his life, while the frescoes in the chancel tell the story of the pilgrimage. This basilica was built between 1865 and 1900. Built in the Neo-Byzantine style, this building invites you to enter and explore it: stained-glass windows depicting the life of St Regis, a reliquary containing his relics, and paintings in the chancel evoking the history of the pilgrimage… The architect was Pierre Bossan (Fourvière and Ars).

Lalouvesc joined the network of Sanctuary Cities in France on 1 January 2020. The application was submitted by the Sanctuary of Lalouvesc and the Val d'Ay tourist office. The Neo-Byzantine-style basilica at Lalouvesc is well worth a visit: the stained-glass windows recounting the life of Saint Jean-François Régis, the reliquary containing the saint’s relics, the reliquary of Saint Thérèse Couderc, the paintings in the chancel depicting the history of the pilgrimage, Our Lady of Peace, and Oudin’s Virgin and Child… . The architect was Pierre Bossan (Fourvière and Ars). Don’t miss the crypt at the ‘Montagne des Pardons’ (with its monuments and ex-votos), located on the site of the very first church dedicated to the saint. Behind the basilica, the Félix and Esther Oudin Centre houses a magnificent collection of modern sacred art (Maison Saint Régis). The Saint Régis Chapel and Museum offer an insight into the history of the ‘Walker of God’ and his era; the museum is interactive and very accessible, particularly for children, who are fascinated by Georges Serraz’s diorama. For lovers of nature and cultural heritage, there are numerous walking routes allowing you to follow in the footsteps of Saint Régis, from the miraculous fountain to the wayside crosses offering breathtaking panoramic views. Lalouvesc is sure to charm you with its rich history and diverse range of activities.

The crypt marks the site of the very first church; St Regis was buried there for nearly 75 years. Today, visitors can admire a beautiful Pietà and the memorial to those executed by firing squad as an example to others.

The Saint Régis Museum has a diorama of 19 paintings by Georges Serraz retracing the life of Saint Régis (1597-1640). A relief map of the zone and the route taken by St Régis and a display with some old objects The diorama with 19 pictures from the artist Georges Serraz, which presents the life of Saint Regis: the playlets bring a live side, which interested the children and the Christmas crib figures lovers. The contemporary characters of Saint Regis and his travel card enables you to follow his adventure and to know his anecdotes till Lalouvesc. The last room recounts 400 years of Pilgrim story of Lalouvesc: it is one of the rare shrine in France, which shows the male-female parity (Sainte Thérèse Couderc and Saint Regis).

From Rochelipe, a breathtaking 180° panorama of the surrounding mountains (Mont-Blanc, the Alps, Mont Gerbier de Jonc, Mont Mézenc...) and the village of Lalouvesc.

The Col du Rouvey offers a pleasant setting for picnics and walks. In winter, don't hesitate to bring your snowshoes!

Set in a haven of peace, the church at Veyrines is one of the very few churches in the Haut-Vivarais to have preserved its medieval architecture, dating from the 12th century in a pure Romanesque style. The building has been listed as a historic monument since 1939.

Forested areas interspersed with deep valleys carved out by the river Ay, this area has managed to preserve a touch of mystery and offers some stunning views. The old beech forests, chirats and streams are home to some remarkable flora and fauna. The Hautes Vallées de la Cance et de l'Ay are classified as a Sensitive Natural Area. You can enjoy it in a thousand and one ways, by bike along the small roads of the Ardèche, on foot or on horseback along the signposted trails from the surrounding heights or aboard a hot-air balloon. You can find the hiking routes in the topo guides available from the Tourist Office. According to the Ay legend, a shepherdess fell into the water. As she fell, she shouted "Aie! Notre-Dame! Aie!". An invisible hand stopped her fall and she was saved. Hence the name given to the river and the site. Accessible during the fishing season with its No Kill courses, the two natural rivers are remarkable and will allow you to enjoy nature to the full. Help us to preserve the magic of this place, responsible fishing and nature is essential to protect the habitat and species and allow everyone to enjoy, do not hesitate to ask our professionals.

Located in a natural surrounding the church of St Pierre sur Doux opens its doors to admire its beautiful painted coffered ceiling ...

At 1080 m the hotel restaurant welcomes you all year. Traditional food. Done carefully and traditional cuisine: specialities featuring cold cuts, mushrooms and blueberries

Artisan pizzas cooked in a wood fire.

Home-style cooking: local products – blueberries and mushrooms. ‘Homemade’ ice creams and sorbets The Hôtel Restaurant "Les Voyageurs" is the perfect place to have lunch in a warm and friendly atmosphere. The cuisine is simple, authentic, generous and wholesome. In summer, guests particularly enjoy a refreshing break with our “homemade” ice creams. Whether it’s chestnut or verbena ice cream and raspberry sorbet, the iconic flavours of the Ardèche are sure to delight your taste buds. Those with a sweet tooth can even buy them by the litre or half-litre!

The restaurant is opened for booking only for groups of 10 or more. Come and enjoy gourmet cuisine in a leafy setting at our restaurant, which has held the ‘Maître Restaurateur’ accreditation since 2014. Our restaurant offers dishes prepared on the premises using fresh and local produce. Come and discover the cuisine of Mickael Mourier and Antony Vincendon and their team, whether for your motorbike trips, family gatherings, corporate events or your wedding. On-site accommodation is available for up to 180 people at preferential rates. Located 15 minutes from Annonay, 30 minutes from Peaugres Safari, 40 minutes from junctions 12 and 13 on the A7 motorway, and 1 hour from Lyon, Saint-Étienne and Valence.

In a warm and welcoming setting, come and taste our home-made specialities. You can choose to sit either in our air-conditioned dining room, or in one of our private dining rooms for a meal for two, or in our shaded garden. Review from Le Petit Futé: “An Ardèche-style house overlooking the village’s main street and opening onto a shaded park. The menu changes with the seasons, and we’re happy to keep coming back here. Traditional dishes include oven-baked chicken liver cake, Black Tiger prawns flambéed with whisky, and truffle-stuffed sausage from Maison Rousson, amongst others. Run by Geneviève and Charly Vincendon, this establishment is well known for its catering service. It also serves as a wine bar."

A pretty Ardèche terrace and generous home-cooked cuisine. Everything in this former convent invites you to indulge and relax.

Restaurant with ardechoise cooking...Let me go ahead and let you in on a little secret : Frogs' legs are worth seeing!

Mag and his team welcome you in a family and authentic spirit to offer you colourful traditional regional dishes "made in house" which will make you discover the numerous specialities of our wonderful Ardèche. In keeping with the calendar and the seasons, we offer new dishes and lively themed evenings. A friendly atmosphere is guaranteed for both young and old! The bar is open all day. Our group menu: [Group menus](www.restaurant-chez-mag.com/groupes/les-menus-groupes/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) You can also book a 100% local picnic basket, including a sandwich made with Ardèche baguette (IGP Ardèche cured ham or AOP Picodon cheese and honey), sparkling mineral water (recyclable bottle), a seasonal fruit from Ardèche and a homemade chestnut muffin. **Booking:** * Fewer than 10 people: 24 hours in advance * More than 10 people: 48 hours in advance * More than 30 people: 1 week in advance

For fans of raviolis, it's the best place

Nice quiet spot where we discover creative cuisine based on local products very often organic. Catering service for all types of events.

Have a peaceful holiday and a breath of fresh air at Hôtel le Vivarais in the heart of the charming village of Lalouvesc. 10 rooms with all mod cons, shower, toilet, phone and TV. The traditional cuisine, meticulously prepared, is served in the restaurant and features mushroom and chestnut-based specialities and typical Ardèche charcuterie.

In the village centre near the footpaths. Home cooking using local produce.

In stone-built house outside the village: kitchen and bathroom on ground floor - dormitory on first floor. Lalouvesc stays a privileged playground for hikers, cyclists or walkers. In the village, you can discover the basilica and enjoy the view on the Alps.

On the ground floor of the family house, our flat offers all the comfort for a nice stay in Lalouvesc.

The gîte is at an altitude of 1,100 meters, which is led by voluntaries. The shelter of the pilgrim cultivates family spirit and welcomes groups or individual people. It is an overlooked stop on the way of St Regis. The main building has 3 floors: large common room on ground floor, 2nd common room in annex, both with kitchen areas. Every summer, the shelter of the pilgrim is becoming also the cinema of Lalouvesc. You will be seduced by the vintage atmosphere during the showing. Preview of a movie and quality programming for everyone, conferences and theatre.

Water and electricity supply, possibility of emptying. No reception for campers. The payment is only available with tokens (to be paid at the town council, or at the camping or at the shop” Vival”) Located on the place of the lake, near the shops, parking and access to the camping.

Big family house in the entry of the village, which consists of a living room with a library and an opening kitchen. The terrace offers you a nice view on the Alps and on the garden. The cyclists are also welcomed! This big house is perfect for family holidays. It is located in Lalouvesc, small village of 1100 meters high. You can hike in forest, discover the mountains and enjoy the point of view, can swim in the rivers or gorges, can play tennis on the playground of AFTL (the owner's house are voluntaries of the tennis association), can do pony -trekking on the top of the village. The cyclists are welcomed (the bikes can be sheltered). There are also 2 golfs in the neighbourhood: one in Annonay and the other one in Chambon sur Lignon. In the village of St Bonnet le Froid (around 10 kms), you can find a 3 stars restaurant (Marcon), a wine cellar and a lot of food shops.

The campsite is in a leafy setting near the village (300m). Tourist resort, clean healthy air, one of the top destinations in the Upper Vivarais region, set on a pass at the crossroads of ancient routes close to Le Pilat Regional Nature Park and the Doux Gorges.

Located 1km from Lalouvesc and the Basilica of St Régis, the residence Le Mont Besset is an invitation to escape, to change of scenery but also to a cure of pure air, healing guaranteed. This majestic building offers prestigious accommodation. Located 1 km from Lalouvesc and the basilica, this accommodation is a invitation for escaping, a change of scene and a cure of pure air! From the terrace, you can enjoy the view on the Rhône Valley, the Alps and the Vercors. This accommodation is only 1h30 faraway from Lyon. This house has been completely renovated with a family and charming spirit: 4 floors, modern, simple and restful decoration. Our 4 guesthouses welcome from 2 to 4 people.

Guesthouse all comfort on the top of the village of Lalouvesc. Pleasant and quiet surroundings at the boarder of the forest. This big guesthouse, entirely renovated, is located on the 3rd floor with lift. You can enjoy the view on the Alps. Perfect for a stay for families or friends, this guesthouse has 5 bedrooms and large rooms, which can welcome until 13 people. A private kitchen is available to prepare your own meals.