Explore COEUR D'ARDECHE in Saint-vincent-de-durfort

Between narrow gorges, tunnels and viaducts, your cycling trip on the Dolce Via here follows the traces of the past. On your way, the old mills and silk weavers' workshops bear witness to the richness of the valley, which once welcomed many workers. The viewpoints on the Eyrieux are numerous and allow for beautiful contemplative pauses. Below the greenway, the calm waters of the river are an invitation to stop. Pont-de-Chervil is an ideal place for a refreshing moment halfway through the stage. You can walk further and further into the Eyrieux gorges, in the heart of an environment that sparkles with green and orange in the autumn, because here the chestnut tree is king.

La Voulte-sur-Rhône is the starting point of the Dolce Via route. You leave ViaRhôna to cycle into the Eyrieux valley in pursuit of the old locomotives. Your adventure in the footsteps of the old railway line begins in the middle of the peach orchards where you begin a spectacular and gentle climb up the valley to Les Ollières-sur-Eyrieux. Add the view of the valley, its river, its villages perched on the other side and your ride becomes, from the first strokes of the pedals, an enchantment. And the journey has only just begun... The route is signposted "Dolce Via" and is laid out on a former railway line, alternating between greenways with gore (granite sand) or bituminous surfaces and low-traffic roads. The gradient is minimal (1%). The beautiful Corten steel railings (rusty appearance), not only aesthetic but particularly welcome to avoid any risk of falling along the many steep slopes of the route, are a reminder of the route's railway past. Be careful crossing the departmental road 120 when arriving at Les Ollières-sur-Eyrieux before reaching the station.

As soon as it leaves Le Cheylard, the cycle route changes its scenery: the Dolce Via, with the Eyrieux as its main thread, now runs into the steep valleys of the Boutières. If today the route can be travelled by bike without effort, imagine for a moment the construction of the railway at the end of the 19th century, which is the result of a real technological feat due to the nature of the terrain. The last vestiges of this extraordinary railway past, the viaducts, tunnels, bridges and trenches, all carved out with the strength of your wrist, accompany you to Saint-Agrève. A colourful and easy walk.

The scenery changes on this side towards the north-east. The cycle route, still on greenways, gets higher and higher and every pedal stroke is a wonder. Five viaducts, two bridges and three tunnels later, the landscapes of the Boutières and the Monts d'Ardèche, with the Mont Gerbier de Jonc and the Mont Mézenc in the background, await you. A nice reward before arriving at the pass and crossing the mountain by the Nonières tunnel, the longest of the Dolce Via with its 320 metres (lit!). You can then peacefully drive the remaining 12 km to Lamastre on almost freewheels. Here, a mythical steam train awaits you for an incomparable discovery of the Gorges du Doux to Tournon-Saint-Jean and ViaRhôna.

This hike takes you from the basaltic foothills to the pastures of the Coiron plateau, from the heights of this volcanic massif, specializing in breeding, discover superb panoramas! Page number 5 of the "Monts de Berg & Massif du Coiron" hiking guidebook Free download on the website of our tourism office Or sold in paper version with its map for 7€ From the door of the trekking information point in St Pons, take the road that goes up to the left of the information board, then turn right and then left onto a path that goes up into chestnut trees. At the 1st gate continue up along the basalt cliff to the junction at LA PLAINE DU REGARD DIRECTION: BERZEME Then cross the pastures towards Berzème, crossing the junction at BRASSE NEGRE DIRECTION: BERZEME Follow a little road beside the fields up to the crossroads at FAUGERES DIRECTION: ST PONS You will then enter a typical Coiron pasture in which you will stay well over to the left following the markings. Then take a path that goes quite steeply down to La Roche Chérie. From this point, go back down the road to LA PEYRE DIRECTION: ST PONS From there, climb up through the middle of a field, where you will then continue along beside the fence and then turn right onto a path that will take you back to the village. Variant: at La Peyre, climb up to the left on a path on basalt flow deposits. Once on the plateau, turn right along the fences to cross the Plaine du Regard, with a magnificent view point! You will then come back to the Plaine du Regard pillar, which indicates the descent back to St Pons.

Get on board the Mastrou, a genuine steam train, and follow the Doux Valley uphill to Lamastre then, all the way back, downhill to Tournon-sur-Rhône. Follow the directions to Saint-Félicien and stop at Arlebosc. 1. 12,4 km On leaving the village fork right signed up Boucieu-le-Roi. 2. 15,9 km Just before crossing the bridge of the river Doux, go straight on along the bottom valley road. 3. 21,5 km At the railway station turn left up towards the main road without crossing the river. 4. 21,9 km Follow the main road on the right side for a few kilometres. 5. 24,5 km Turn right onto the D534 towards Saint-Barthélémy-le-Plain. 6. 26.4 km As you enter Saint-Barthélémy-le-Plain, turn left onto the D238 towards Tournon-sur-Rhône7. 31.7 km Cross the bridge over the Doux to find the station on the other side.

A lovely, long hike along the ridges round the Ormèze Valley Reach the centre of the village by the main road Cross the square and head opposite onto rue du Trappou leading to the church. 1 - Colombier le Jeune - 510 m Follow Le Serre 3.1 km Gilhoc sur Ormèze 4.5 km Go past the front of the church and down the street la calade to the fountain square. Go onto the path opposite between two walls, called pont des amoureux then down to the river where you cross the lovely little bridge.2 - Pont de Duron - 485 m Follow Le Serre 2.9 km Gilhoc sur Ormèze 6 km Keep on the small road through meadow and cultures going down to Ormèze. After crossing the lovely bridge over the river, the road goes up towards the hamlet of Bosc. Turn right onto a path going through the hamlet then go up through a wood of chestnut and pine trees. 3 - Le Serre - 550 m Follow Saint Sylvestre 5 km The path overlooks the glen of the stream Peyremaule then emerges into a grove of chestnut trees coming out at la Chapelle. Take the track going down facing the glen through orchards then woodland. When you get to the place called Bogiraud turn right immediately and follow the path along the hillside. 4 - Les Terres - 479 m Follow Turlet 2.3 km Colombier le Jeune 3.9 km When you come to the small road go uphill then leaving it behind you when you reach a path going straight ahead. 5 - Issartier - 430 m Follow Turlet 1.1 km St Barthélémy le Plain 7.7 km 6 - Blenon - 428 m Follow Turlet 700 m St Barthélémy le Plain 7.3 km Take the path emerging onto a small road. Turn left then immediately right onto the path going down into the woods and taking you to the river Ormèze. Careful when crossing the footbridge. 7 - Turlet - 380 m Follow Orion 3.2 km Boucieu le Roi 7.4 km The small road follows the river Ormèze. At the crossroads turn right onto the steep incline. The path becomes narrower and takes you into an oak tree grove then crosses a stream before going up through pine and chestnut trees. Come out of the wood and follow the path until you get to

This tour is brought to you by the Valence Tourist Office. A brochure is available on our premises! All along the route along these waterways, you'll be able to observe a whole world of exceptional animals and plants, right in the heart of the city. This walk will take you through the Chateauvert district, where you can admire springs from the Vercors, including the Malcontents fountain, as well as shared gardens and protected wetlands. You'll enjoy the freshness of this bucolic stroll, and see a wealth of fauna (frogs, dragonflies, trout) and flora (calltriches, potamots, rubanier): a veritable corridor for biodiversity. Leaving from the Tourist Office. Cross the crosswalk at the Fontaine Monumentale. Take rue Sévigné and turn left at rue du Refuge. Turn right up Canal des Moulins (the canal is on your left), passing between the buildings to reach the Chamfort parking lot. Continue along the canal to cross Cours Voltaire, then Rue Chateauvert. The canal is now on your right. Continue on the sidewalk along Rue des Moulins. Turn right onto Chemin du Ruisseau to rue Derodon. Cross the street and turn slightly right to join the path alongside the canal, which is now on your left. Cross Rue Jean Henri Fabre, and continue along the path until you come to Rue des Frères Montgolfier. Turn left up rue Montgolfier to the intersection with rue des Moulins. Turn right and walk down the street until you come to Chemin du Thon. Cross the latter and enter the park in front of you. Follow the driveway through the park until you reach the canal. Turn right again and turn left into rue Marius Moutet. Go up the street and cross rue Louis Ageron. Continue along rue Marius Moutet until you reach the impasse de la Petite Marquise on your left. This leads to Chemin de Robinson. Turn right onto Chemin de Laplat. Cross the road and enter the Fédération de Pêche parking lot. Take the left-hand path and follow the loop back to the Petite Marquise canal. Turn left and follow the canal (which is on your right). Cross rue Auguste Giraud. Continue ahead on the path. At the end, turn right, then left to reach the start of the allée Adolphe Pegoud. Take a few steps to your right and you'll be on Avenue Jean Clément. Turn left and stay on the sidewalk along the canal. Avenue des Baumes is the continuation of Avenue Clément. At the intersection with rue Paul Gataud (on the left), cross Avenue des Baumes and continue along the sidewalk. Pass the soccer pitch, the veterinary clinic and the tabac Presse. After the latter, turn right and follow the canal de la Grande Marquise, continue on Impasse d'Alzon, then at the end turn right up rue de Thibert until you cross rue Chateauvert. Cross and turn left. Take the 2nd lane on the left (before the butcher's shop) to follow the Canal des Malcontents Nord. After the children's playground, turn left into the park and walk up the driveway. Take Rue Sainte Thérèse on the left as far as Rue Chateauvert, then turn right up this street. On the left, follow Résidence Chateauvert along the canal (do not turn right into Résidence Chateauvert). Cross Rue de Serbie, continue straight on until you reach Rue Jean Joseph Génissieu. Turn right and follow this up to Place de la Paix. Continue straight ahead on Cours Voltaire until you come to Rue du Clos Gaillard. Turn left into Rue Paul Bert. Turn right in the direction of the train station and return to your starting point.

MTB trail N°5 ranked in the red category by the French Cycling Federation. Please note: before crossing the Doux ford, ask about the water level! The trail runs from one bank of the Doux to the other, before crossing the cool, refreshing ford.

From the château of Arlebosc to the château of Bozas you can see a variety of different settings such as the refreshing banks of the river Doux or the numerous fruit farms and finally the woodland of Bois Madame gives you that lovely close-to-nature feeling. The walk starts at the « Info rando » information board. Cross the square and go down the steps to the main street. 1 - Arlebosc - 423 m Follow La Passerelle 2 km Boucieu le Roi 5 km Go down the little street then, at the cross, onto a path facing you, leading to the Château de Chazotte. After about 200m leave the main path behind you and turn right down into the woods, on a narrow, walled, rough track which leads to another small lane. Once on the lane, take the first path on the left taking you down to the river Doux. 2 - La Passerelle - 280 m Follow Boucieu le Roi 3 km The path goes alongside the river then turns off towards the road. Immediately after crossing the bridge, turn left uphill. When you reach the farm turn left onto the path running alongside the farm buildings then orchards. 3 - Grand Petit - 320m Follow Bozas 3.2 km Go up into the orchard. Once on the road turn right then first right onto a track taking you to Sapet.4 - Sapet - 470 m - Follow Bozas 1.3 km Carefully cross the main road and go up the track facing you.5 - La Garenne - 538 m - Follow Bozas 300 m Go through the hamlet la Garenne to the small road taking you to the village of Bozas.6- Bozas - 530 m - Follow Malaurier 2 km Saint Félicien 6,3 km Go down the small lane 7 - Bozas - 541 m - Follow La Combe 800 m Arlebosc 5.3 km Cross the stream. 8 - Ruisseau de Choisine - 530 m - Follow Malaurier 1.5 km Saint Félicien 5.8 km Go up a pleasant track taking you to a small road at La Combe. 9 - La Combe - 590 m - Follow Malgaray 3.7 km Arlebosc 4.5 km Follow the small road to the left then turn right when you get to the hamlet Gardon onto a low-walled track. Go through another hamlet then follow the small uphill lane. 10 - Saccary - 630 m - Follow Malgaray 2.1 km Arlebosc 2.9 km Go uphill a little then turn sharp right and go down to Les Morfins. Turn left just before the hamlet taking you over to the other side of the dale. When you come to an orchard go down the side then turn left to cross through it. Go below the house Jean Gros and follow the road. After the hamlet, at the crossroads, take the track facing you. 11- Malgaray - 473 m - Follow Arlebosc 800m Continue ahead downhill through orchards taking you back to the main square in Arlebosc.

The Ibis Loriol Le Pouzin Hotel brings together nature and modern architecture. It opened in 2010 in the perfect location at the foot of the Ardeche mountains, on the banks of the Rhône by the Via Rhôna cycle path (from Lake Geneva to the Med). 2 minutes’ drive from the ‘Autoroute du Soleil A7’ motorway exit 16 and 15 minutes’ drive to the main town Privas. Ideal departure point for visiting Ardeche, its gorges, Drôme Provençale. Open 24 hours a day. 41 rooms on offer, 1 restaurant, 1 bar, 1 free private parking area and free wifi.

The Ibis Loriol Le Pouzin Hotel brings together nature and modern architecture. It opened in 2010 in the perfect location at the foot of the Ardeche mountains, on the banks of the Rhône by the Via Rhôna cycle path (from Lake Geneva to the Med). 2 minutes’ drive from the ‘Autoroute du Soleil A7’ motorway exit 16 and 15 minutes’ drive to the main town Privas. Ideal departure point for visiting Ardeche, its gorges, Drôme Provençale. Open 24 hours a day. 41 rooms on offer, 1 restaurant, 1 bar, 1 free private parking area and free wifi.

Le Petit Moulin welcomes you in an old farmhouse of character, with a large park. It offers its three bedrooms, available only during the week, from Monday evening to Saturday morning.

A real cocoon for some peaceful moments with a view of our garden, the meadow and the Coiron plateau. Independent access from a large terrace. You have acces to a vaulted room for your breakfasts and meals.

Located between Valence and Montelimar, the hotel Le Logis des Voyageurs invites you in for a gourmet meal. You can stay in one of our fully refurbished rooms with all the comforts you need. Our Chef offers authentic, generous cuisine and will help you discover the regional specialities that you can enjoy on our shady terrace during the summer.

An old farmhouse, renovated entirely with basalt stone. Enjoy exceptional views of the unspoiled St. Pons valley, in a peaceful and green setting. Rooms range from standard to superior (with private terraces, spa baths, and air conditioning), and the restaurant offers traditional, locally sourced cuisine. A peaceful retreat at an altitude of 500 meters. Ideal for relaxation. Access is via a charming path leading to a magnificent view. We offer various room categories, from standard to superior, including family rooms. Some rooms feature a private terrace with mountain views and air conditioning. Our cuisine is home-style and features local specialties. Half-board and à la carte options are available upon reservation. In summer, you can access the south-facing swimming pool through the garden.

Maud, Olivier and Frédéric will welcome you to their charming, family-friendly establishment, featuring a green, natural setting (with an outdoor children's playground and a games room). The restaurant offers dishes prepared with fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Nestled amidst vineyards and chestnut trees on the hills overlooking the unspoiled Coiron Valley, lies a charming country house, a delightful and unique place to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside. Surrounded by flowers and greenery, you can fully appreciate the tranquility of the setting. The chef offers hearty, home-style cuisine. Throughout the seasons, local products are featured, reflecting a genuine commitment to supporting local producers and short supply chains. During the warmer months, enjoy a pleasant meal in our dining room with panoramic views of the valley. And in the winter, the warmth of our large fireplace will make you forget the chill of the season.

In an old barn, at the entrance of the village, the cottage "Chez Victorin" welcomes you with a breathtaking view over the village and the surrounding countryside. At the heart of southern Ardèche, 20 minutes from Montélimar, this old barn completely transformed welcomes you. It is comfortable and includes a large bright living room with kitchen, a lounge area with TV and pellet stove, a second small mezzanine lounge, 3 bedrooms (a bedroom with a bed 160 m and private bathroom and toilet , a room with a bed 160, a room with two beds 90, the beds are made on your arrival), 1 bathroom, a toilet. You have at your disposal a beautiful terrace 28 m² with panoramic views and an arbor, a large garden of 600 m² with private fenced pool and sunbeds. A garage is at your disposal. You are 5 km from the main services (pharmacy, doctors, supermarkets, weekly market ...). St Pons is the starting point of many hiking trails for all levels and offers some bathing spots in the streams that cross it. You have access to the rich archaeological, architectural and landscape heritage of the region: 5 km from Alba la Romaine (archaeological site), 8 km from Viviers, 20 km from the Rhône valley, 35 km from the Gorges de l'Ardèche ( canoeing, canyoning, climbing, Grotte Chauvet 2, Vallon Pont d'Arc), near the Ardèche plateau. Many festivals are held nearby: philo weekend in St Pons, European cinema in Lussas, circus arts festival in Alba, Labeaume music festival, Aluna in Ruoms, ... You are not far from sites of the Drôme Provençale.

Perched high above the Rhône valley on its volcanic neck, Rochemaure castle has still not yielded all its secrets. It was probably built by the Adhémar family from Montélimar between the 11th and 12th centuries. The old village is well worth a visit and offers marvellous views over the river. Overlooking the Rhône valley from its impressive dungeon, Rochemaure castle is still as fascinating today as ever for everyone. This castle was built by the Adhémar family from Monteil between the 11th and the 12th century. Its remains have still not given up all its mysteries. The fortified castrum from the 12th century, including ramparts and flanking towers that we can still see and the old village are medieval. We can see chequered black basalt and white limestone’s stones, which are found in lots of villages in our territory. Geologically, Rochemaure castle was built in a strategic location. Coiron plateau’s basalt and Cruas limestone quarry were used to supply the construction of the castle and the lovely old village. We can admire spectacular views of the Rhône and volcanic landscapes.

In the heart of the village of Rochemaure, 5 km from the center of Montélimar, 1/2 hour from the Château de Grignan, 5 mn from Le Teil and 6,6 km from the CNPE of Cruas. Breathtaking view of the feudal castle. A beautiful house with character and the charm of a guest house, we welcome you to discover Ardèche of the south Rochemaure and its medieval dungeon offering splendid views of the Drôme and the Rhône, the Abbey Church of Cruas and the village, Le Teil, Alba-la-Romaine, Gorges and the cavern of Pont d’Arc are really closed by. Located on the ViaRhôna, cycling track to the Himalayan gateway, we have a "bike room" in order to accommodate cyclists. Spacious rooms, bed of 140 or 180 cm according to category, bathtub, toilets. A terrace in the summer, dining room Lobby to enjoy a Self-service buffet-style breakfasts. TV: Canal + Bein sport, free and unlimited WIFI acces. Private car park, public car park. Business or family travel, weekend relaxation, you will find accommodation to suit all budgets, Inter-hotel Medieval Rochemaure will delight you and meet your desires.

Castle (14th-15th century). Renaissance style, destroyed by fire at the end of the Second World War. Princes' Chapel a classified historical monument (17th century).

The Printegarde nature reserve is a special place for nature lovers. On this bird migration route, you can discover great crested grebes, mallards and beavers. 14 km possible for mountain bikes. pushchairs OK. Situated between the departments of Ardèche and Drôme, on this migration route for many birds, the walk takes you around the island while discovering the wildlife: great crested grebes, mallards, black kites... but also beavers, coypu...

The old village of Beauchastel clings to a rocky outcrop and towers over the meeting point between the Rhône and Eyrieux. It is laid out at different levels under the dungeon and, like so many medieval towns, was protected by a city wall. Grand'rue (main street), the former royal road, went up through the Eyrieux valley at a respectful distance form the impetuous river. In the early 20th century, it was the business district of the village. The number and diversity of shops and workshops revealed the importance of Beauchastel: 800 people lived here in 1901! The village was also the venue for fairs four times a year. All occasions for the entire region to engage in trade. The theatre : The Catholic cemetery was found here until 1980. Today this remarkable environment is used as a stage for all the artists performing throughout the summer season: concerts, theatre etc. The dungeon : Bellum Castellum, (beautiful castle) was first mentioned in 1179. Today, the ruins isolated from the square dungeon dominate the old village. The building that dates back to the 12th century has no visible opening. Nothing remains of the wall or other buildings that accompanied this tower at the beginning of the 17th century. The castle was already then described as ruined. A sculptor : From 1905 to 1944, Alphonse Gurlhie, lived in Beauchastel. Practicing an atypical popular expressive art, this unusual person made a garden exposing his "totem poles" that feature a colourful bestiary that prefigures "art brut".

A fortified and perched medieval site exceptionally preserved. Located on a rocky headland, in a water drop shape, the village dominates the Barrès plain, spotlighting the remnants of its medieval past. Visitor arrives through the Notables’ door, which is the main access; he can see the particular configuration that allowed defending it. Through the heart of the village, several stalls look like they are ready to open. The Dungeon (from the late 12th century), head office of the City Hall, highlights the limestone stone, in contrast to the chequered buildings that combine white and black stones of Coiron. Fortified village which is listed building as historic monument, Saint-Vincent-de-Barrès is also labelled as a “Village of character" since March 19th, 2012. This medieval village is perched on a basalt neck from the Barrès plain. There are lots of narrow streets, winding roads and houses in basalt. Built on a rocky headland overlooking the plain and the current road from Privas to Le Teil passing by Meysse, towards the Coiron plain, Saint-Vincent-de-Barrès is a good example of a fortified village, which is partially preserved and restored. It has six towers along the ramparts and four others (including the prison tower) protecting the castle. The dungeon is from the end of the 11th century, the additions of the castle have been added in the 12th and 13th centuries. We can see The Chambaud de La Tourette family’s heraldry, above the City Hall door, in the renovated buildings of the castle. Sir "Stéphane", a knight, would have built a fort at the Barry, in front of Saint-Vincent-de-Barrès in 925. Before the 10th century and according to the “charta vetus”, the diocese of Viviers created a foundation on the Gallo-Roman villa territory: the villa Artenica. In 1020, the Bishop of Viviers swapped with the Benedictines monks of Cluny the church of Saint Vincent with the church of Meysse. The Benedictines monks stayed almost until the French revolution. In 1905, Genton of Barrès took part of the first crusade. A disagreement between the Valentinois earl and the Bishop of Viviers about the suzerainty of the Barrès is set in 1213, to the benefit of the Bishop. Barry fort, sold to the Valentinois earl in 1256, is seized by order of the King in 1390, and returned in 1392. From 1424 to 1446, the Barrès, like the Valentinois, belonged to the Duchy of Savoy. In 1467, it belonged to the Royal domain. In 1574, Saint-Vincent was taken by the Protestant but it stayed away from the main disorders from the Wars of religion. It was the same during the French Revolution. The rampart was partially demolished between 1830 and 1905.

The Visitor Centre at Cruas-Meysse nuclear power plant welcomes people of all ages to answer their many questions about energy. What are the different ways of generating electricity? How does the power plant monitor its environment? And more. Orators are available to guide you in your discovery; entertainment is organized during school holidays, station tours are planned each month. The information centre welcomes groups by appointment for station tour.

Discover these dolmens and standing stones when you walk around the village of Saint-Laurent-sous-Coiron. On the educational trail (sheet 10 of the topoguide) you will discover these Celtic prehistoric curiosities: 8 Caussenard-type dolmens dating between 3300 and 1800 BC have been identified, such as the Devès de Serre dolmen from the end of the Neolithic (1800 BC) accessible by a gap of around a hundred meters from the path. At the 8th educational panel, move 100m away from the path following the panel to discover the Peyregrosse menhir (or Chante Epine) which has the particularity of being made of basalt.

The Neck of Sceautres is the most important in Europe. There is a statue of the Virgen Mary at its peck. 130m above the village, the neck, plug of the old chimney of the volcano, allows us to discover the geology of the site. Between 6.6 and 7.7 million years ago, the relief was reversed following the birth of the Alps which generated the central massif. Lava flows filled the valleys and erosion caused basalt collapses. On the neck there was a castle which has completely disappeared today. The site is accessible to walkers, follow the signs.

The chapel, coil up on a neck, has been built during the XIXth century to fight against the phylloxera (vineyards illness). In the future: laying out of the interior of the chapel, extension for the crossroads and parking.

Pizzas - gratins - Turkish specialities - desserts. Can be eaten in, taken away or delivered. Order on site, by phone or via the website (online menu).

Come and discover our pizzas, salads and ravioli gratins In the small hamlet of Brune, come and discover our menu, carefully prepared by Jezza. Our pizzas, salads and ravioli gratins are prepared using fresh local produce.

Discover the flavours of Italy on a plate.

We have a colourful, spacious restaurant and are also happy to deliver meals to businesses and provide home catering (buffets for family get-togethers...). We also have a room to hire for seminars.

This restaurant serves local, inspired cuisine, giving priority to producers who take a reasonable approach to their profession. Bar and grocery store selling local products. Bookings are compulsory. Since May 20, 2022, Sylvain Volle has settled down in the kitchens of the Table du Barrès. After having cut his teeth in the brigades of Anne-Sophie Pic, in Valence, then Mathieu Viannay at La Mère Brazier, in Lyon, and finally alongside Jean Sulpice, at the Auberge du Père Bise, in Talloires (Haute -Savoie), he decided with his wife Margot to take the plunge by becoming self-employed for the first time. The couple met in 2017 in the establishment of the two-starred chef on the shores of Lake Annecy. He was a sous-chef, she an assistant head waiter. On the strength of all these cumulative experiences, Sylvain Volle thus summarizes these eight years in these great houses. ''I learned to work with chef Pic, I reviewed my classics with Mère Brazier and I discovered nature's cuisine in Talloires. In fact, it was with Mathieu Viannay and at the Auberge du Père Bise that I really took the measure of the profession."

PIZZA TO GO three pizza sizes: 29 cm, 40 cm and 50 cm

Takeaway pizzas with more than 40 different pizzas and 4 sizes on offer (28, 33, 40 and 50 cm) And a wide choice of drinks Fresh pizza dough

This small house in the hamlet, for two people, restored with taste and simplicity welcomes you in peacefully. Rest assured, breathtaking views of the Vercors and the Southern Alps.

Need some fresh air and peace? Come to our family-friendly campsite 10 minutes from the A7 motorway. Pool, spa, gym, tennis, mini-golf, entertainment and restaurant...discounted rates for workers and groups. Whatever your pace, you'll find plenty of tree-lined walks along the gentle Payre path that leads to the ViaRhôna, within easy reach of the campsite. The municipal facilities adjacent to the campsite are also at your disposal: For example, opt for a game (or several) of tennis (booking required) or table tennis and challenge the Boss to a game of soccer or volleyball. For solo stuntmen, there's a bi-cross course where you can let off steam in the fresh air; protected play areas for our children, and pools for everyone, with 3 pools of different sizes and depths. And don't forget the metre for a game of pétanque, the perfect way to loosen the tongues of the less talkative. !!! Come and enjoy our Art de Vivre !!! Lucile and Pascal

A charming 2* hotel with fully-equipped rooms across the ViaRhôna bicycle route and 3km from the Loriol motorway exit between Valence and Montélimar. Ride on the bicycle path La Payre, up to Privas.

Low-cost hotel built in 2010 with the latest innovations. Our Ibis Budget Hotel stands on the edge of the southern Ardèche, 15 min from the Privas prefecture on the banks of the Rhône.

The Ibis Loriol Le Pouzin Hotel brings together nature and modern architecture. It opened in 2010 in the perfect location at the foot of the Ardeche mountains, on the banks of the Rhône by the Via Rhôna cycle path (from Lake Geneva to the Med). 2 minutes’ drive from the ‘Autoroute du Soleil A7’ motorway exit 16 and 15 minutes’ drive to the main town Privas. Ideal departure point for visiting Ardeche, its gorges, Drôme Provençale. Open 24 hours a day. 41 rooms on offer, 1 restaurant, 1 bar, 1 free private parking area and free wifi.

Low-cost hotel built in 2010 with the latest innovations. Our Ibis Budget Hotel stands on the edge of the southern Ardèche, 15 mins from the Privas prefecture on the banks of the Rhône.

The Ibis Loriol Le Pouzin Hotel brings together nature and modern architecture. It opened in 2010 in the perfect location at the foot of the Ardeche mountains, on the banks of the Rhône by the Via Rhôna cycle path (from Lake Geneva to the Med). 2 minutes’ drive from the ‘Autoroute du Soleil A7’ motorway exit 16 and 15 minutes’ drive to the main town Privas. Ideal departure point for visiting Ardeche, its gorges, Drôme Provençale. Open 24 hours a day. 41 rooms on offer, 1 restaurant, 1 bar, 1 free private parking area and free wifi.

The camper van service area is located at the campsite of les Civelles d'Ozon. There is 9 camping pitch available.

The 17th century Château de Font Blachère enjoys an unspoilt setting beside forest, 10km from the A7 motorway. On the hills which run alongside the Rhône valley, at centre of triangle formed by Valence, Montélimar and Privas. 5 guest rooms (2-4 people) including 1 suite. All have en-suite bathroom or shower room et WC. Book ahead for table d'hôte meals. Owner's private heated swimming pool, hot tub and tennis available in extensive wooded grounds. Vaulted dining room, orangery, terrace, outdoor furniture. Nearby: horse riding centre. Further away: golf course, water sports centre, microlighting. Dogs allowed on request. Cot available. Poolside summer kitchen available (for lunch). Child's menu: 25€. 5 double bed rooms for 2 people, 3 people and 4 people and a 2 pieces suite for 4 people or a family suite for 5. All our bedrooms include a private bathroom with toilets. table d'hôtes by reservation. The breakfast is included with fresh home-made and local products. Heated swimming pool, tennis ground available in a tree-filled area, vaulted dining room and orange grove. Small summer kitchen available at the swimming pool at noon. You will find also restaurants in the surroundings and also a riding school, golf... Several caves are in direction of the South of Ardeche and Vallon Pont Arc (Caverne du Pont d'Arc) Small dogs are allowed on demand. Baby bed available. Gites are also available for 4 people for a weekly rental on demand.

Le Petit Moulin welcomes you in an old farmhouse of character, with a large park. It offers its three bedrooms, available only during the week, from Monday evening to Saturday morning.