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Discover Arnayon, Drôme, Rhône-Alpes: A Hidden Gem

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Nestled in the heart of Drôme, Rhône-Alpes, Arnayon is the perfect destination for nature enthusiasts and culture lovers. Surrounded by breathtaking mountainous landscapes, Arnayon is the ideal starting point for various hikes. Discover trails that wind through forests and hills, offering panoramic views that are simply stunning. History buffs will enjoy exploring nearby charming villages like Die...See more

Walking around Arnayon

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Tour of the Montagne du Buègue
6.9 km

Tour of the Montagne du Buègue

A hike for good walkers, tomeet the traces of the rural and pastoral life of the Mountain Bugee. From the parking lot of the Croix de Bodon, turn right onto the tarmac road to Bodon Abbey, 250m away. After the abbey, go past the roadside house and take the paved road up towards the top of the plateau. 1 - Go up on the winding tar path to the highest farm where the small road turns into a dirt road. Follow this path for 2km to reach the lavender field at the top of the plateau. The signpost of Col de Saint-May is located 30m east of the lavender field. 2 - At the Col de Saint-May (975m) take the first trail to the right descending in ubac towards "Rémuzat" by the "Ravine du Col". (Be careful shortly after departure, passing overhanging and sloping on the side of amarl!) Follow the path along the creek until you come to a path that you follow to the left. Cross the little brook to go up steeply on a road that you leave in the first turn to take a path on the right that passes in front of the ruins of an old farm with a linden planted in front. Continue up the trail, past another ruin on the way to the Col de Pensier (1002m), which you will reach a little further. 3 - Go down the wide trail to reach the valley of Léoux and reach the road after a farm. At the bridge, do not cross the creek, turn left along the river. In the turn that leads to a farm, turn right and follow the trail which gradually rises above the stream until losing it and join a house at the place "Bergerie de la Botte". Stay behind the house, continue along the trail which slopes to the left, change slopes, and join the shoulder of themountain in front. 4 - Upon arriving on the ridge, leave the path for a path down left on the south flank. The trail joins the small road from Saint-May to the Plateau Saint-Laurent. Climb back up and rejoin the starting point.

5 h
15 km
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Raton’s Ridges
13 km

Raton’s Ridges

A particulary eye-catching path which offers a panoramic view on Le Rosanais and L’Oule valleys. La crête de Raton is a very privileged place where chamois can be observed. It is a quite athletic trail but it is worth the effort ! The Raton’s hamlet (716 meters) where rapid streams water flows into is located at the south of the dell. It is also the place where the Baudon river starts and it is related to the Eygues river. From the hamlet, take the left path and start a long climb up. This path was the old access to those houses which are only ruins now. Once the Replat reached (921 meters), go on the path until the end of it and then take an enjoyable way which climbs up into a bank and reach a small ridge. It brings you to the pastures of Staton. When Staton’s – pronouced ‘’ Taton ‘’ by locals – sheepfold can be seen, go straight forward. On your way, the coolness of a spring can be felt near the ruins and the pass. At the pass (1124 meters), take the acsending path leading to the right side of Gravières mountain. It is a path with a lot of small stones. The path leads to the Pas de la Pousterle situated at 1364 meters high. - In Occitan, ‘’Pousterle’’ means a small door or a hunting station. – Reach the ridge and continue on the right side of it. From La Sapie (1497 meters), follow the track of « la passière de la Sapie ». The panoramic view offers a wonderful north sight on Saint-Romans mountain, the village and the ruins of Pommerol. The left path is hard to see – an information board is near the path. – There are a few stairs to walk down, be careful of the roots, the slope is quite steep. Then, an easier path leads to la Fromagère pass (stay on the main route.). At la Fromagère pass (1091 meters), take the path on your right and follow right away the left one leading to « Le Grand Béal ». At the signpost (781 meters), reach the track and turn left towards Raton to go back to the departure point.

5 h
13 km
Easy
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Le chemin du facteur
16 km

Le chemin du facteur

Chemin utilisé jusqu'en 1925 pour porter le courrier de Rosans à Sainte-Marie-de-Rosans ! Entre chênes, pins et buis, découverte du col de la Fromagère-Pommerol, du hameau de Raton et du patrimoine du village ensoleillé de Rosans. De la place de Rosans, prendre la direction du Col de Pommerol, puis la 2ème à droite vers la caserne des pompiers. Dépasser la caserne et, en haut de l'impasse, prendre le sentier de gauche (l'ancien chemin du facteur). Le sentier coupe plusieurs pistes. Le suivre toujours en face. Rejoindre une large piste et la remonter pour récupérer la suite du sentier dans l'épingle. Au bout du sentier, atteindre le col de Pommerol en suivant la route sur la droite. Au col, emprunter le sentier à gauche et, 25 m plus loin, prendre de nouveau à gauche. Le sentier redescend dans le Grand Béal, vers le hameau de Raton. À la piste de Raton, prendre à gauche pour rejoindre le hameau. Au hameau de Raton (720 m) continuer tout droit, sur la longue piste vers Rosans. 30 m après un carrefour, emprunter un chemin à droite qui descend sur une crête. Longer ensuite des marnes pour rejoindre le torrent de Pigerolles. À la route, un passage à gauche dans le torrent vous permet de la traverser par en-dessous. Atteindre la base de loisirs qui se situe de l'autre côté après avoir longé une prairie. Elle vous offrira le réconfort de la baignade après une bonne randonnée. Continuer en prenant la sortie à gauche, puis, à la jonction avec la D 994, traverser et emprunter le sentier qui passe à côté de la Chapelle Saint Gabriel pour regagner le village.

5 h
13 km
Easy
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Flower Camping Les Hauts de Rosans
15 km

Flower Camping Les Hauts de Rosans

At the heart of the Regional Nature Park of Provencal Baronnies, the Melay Team you on a Camping Quality ****. Get together as a Family ... Build Memories ... Live Holidays ;-) 42 camping pitches (approx.100m²) on 7ha of terraced land. Creation in 2021 of 4 premium pitches with individual toilets for campers in tent, caravan or van. 28 Rentals: Chalets (5), Mobilhomes (8), Tents Lodge (4) and unusual tents with Les Nids (2) and Bivouac Tent for hikers (1), the new atypical structures 2021 «PODs» (4) and the new 2022, huts on stilts (2) and Hobbit hut (1). 25x10 swimming pool, open and heated from 01/05 to 16/09 with panoramic views of the Baronnies provençales and Marnes Bleues, regional curiosity. In July-August: children's club, teen club, family entertainment, theme evenings. Takeaway on order (noon and evening), restaurant only in the evening with tasty dishes and pizzas "Maison", bar and gourmet kiosk open in high season: 8 am - 1 pm // 3 pm - 10 pm (on request the rest of the season). Free WiFi throughout the campsite, bike rental at reception (new for 2022: electric bikes offer), hiking and mountain biking directly from the campsite. Free Wi-Fi throughout the campsite, bicycles loaned to the reception (new 2022: electric bicycles), hiking and mountain biking live from the campsite. Numerous walks along the water, canyoning, via ferrata, and observing the sky at the nearby Observatory, so many activities to share with the family ... A little atmosphere to have fun, without forget the MELAY TEAM by your side for the best of your summer!

957 route de Pommerol 05150 Rosans
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What to visit in Arnayon

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Flower Camping Les Hauts de Rosans
15 km

Flower Camping Les Hauts de Rosans

At the heart of the Regional Nature Park of Provencal Baronnies, the Melay Team you on a Camping Quality ****. Get together as a Family ... Build Memories ... Live Holidays ;-) 42 camping pitches (approx.100m²) on 7ha of terraced land. Creation in 2021 of 4 premium pitches with individual toilets for campers in tent, caravan or van. 28 Rentals: Chalets (5), Mobilhomes (8), Tents Lodge (4) and unusual tents with Les Nids (2) and Bivouac Tent for hikers (1), the new atypical structures 2021 «PODs» (4) and the new 2022, huts on stilts (2) and Hobbit hut (1). 25x10 swimming pool, open and heated from 01/05 to 16/09 with panoramic views of the Baronnies provençales and Marnes Bleues, regional curiosity. In July-August: children's club, teen club, family entertainment, theme evenings. Takeaway on order (noon and evening), restaurant only in the evening with tasty dishes and pizzas "Maison", bar and gourmet kiosk open in high season: 8 am - 1 pm // 3 pm - 10 pm (on request the rest of the season). Free WiFi throughout the campsite, bike rental at reception (new for 2022: electric bikes offer), hiking and mountain biking directly from the campsite. Free Wi-Fi throughout the campsite, bicycles loaned to the reception (new 2022: electric bicycles), hiking and mountain biking live from the campsite. Numerous walks along the water, canyoning, via ferrata, and observing the sky at the nearby Observatory, so many activities to share with the family ... A little atmosphere to have fun, without forget the MELAY TEAM by your side for the best of your summer!

957 route de Pommerol 05150 Rosans
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We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾