Experience wonders near LE VIEUX MOULIN, Berrias

The enchanting Bois de Païolive is one of the Ardeche’s strangest curiosities. This ancient oak forest of exceptional heritage value with its landscape and biodiversity is a natural labyrinth.  P – From Les Clairières car park, follow the green signs.     Les Clairières car park - Follow the sign to Circuit de la Vierge 0,1 km.

You can see the Divols and Abrits dolmens on this circuit that’s accessible for the whole family. P – From the car park, head towards the sign Les Mourgues. Les Mourgues - Follow Coste de Boucher () 1,6 km. Coste de Boucher - Follow Les Divols 1,1 km. Les Divols - Follow Les Mourgues 1,4 km.

What are the oldest European monuments? No doubt the Dolmens and Menhirs, the emblematic "monuments" of the Megalithic era. They were the work of the earliest farmers and breeders living in Neolithic Europe, the last prehistoric period.

A 6.8 km trail leaving from the Joyeuse tourist information office and taking in the hills between Joyeuse and Côte du Freyssinet.

This beautiful hike takes you on the interpretive path of Naves, a typical village, to discover landscapes and the link between geological and human history. From the cemetery parking lot, the path starts on the right and climbs towards the Serre du Cocu (cuckold ridge) where a first stop will allow you to enjoy the Naves Cirques, and where you will find the first interpretive board about Jurassic limestone and marl. Continue on the path up to the reservoir above the cemetery. A new board is waiting for you. Continue on the path along the side of the Serre du Cocu. (new board on the Serre de Barre) up to a pass from which the view on the Chassezac Valley is stunning. At the crossways, turn right up to the Alauzas road where you will find stops 5 and 6, presenting the Orcières Fault and a stratigraphic cross-section. Follow the tarmacked road on your left up to the hamlet. On your way, admire the gorgeous chesnut grove (stop 7). At the hamlet, take the path on your left. Carry on straight ahead. Stop 8 is about terraces and water management on the slope. The path goes downhill towards Naves, first through a chesnut grove, then in a coniferous undergrowth. Lower, those plants give way to maquis (stop 9). After stop 10, devoted to karst, the path goes out of the woods onto an overhang above the Bourdaric Brook (be very cautious!). Continue leisurely your way down towards Naves (stop 11), while enjoying the sights on the village and Southern Ardèche. Take some time to tour Naves, a pleasant typical village with authentic narrow streets, then take the tarmacked road again down to the cemetery parking lot, your starting point.

On the first slopes of the Cévennes, the hamlets and houses of Ribes are spread along “faïsses” or terraces, home to vines and olive trees. P - Turn left opposite the signpost. Follow the tarmac road for a few metres and turn right onto a dirt track, then turn left down the steps to the Alune stream. Cross the stream at a ford, turn right and walk along the river until you reach a small submersible bridge where you can cross back over the stream. Twenty metres after the bridge, turn right onto a path that leads up to the village through chestnut trees and vineyards. When you reach the tarmac road, turn left to leave the hamlet. Before the bridge, turn right between the houses and go up to the street. Turn left to Mas de Laffont.   Mas de Laffont - Follow Prades 2,6 km, Ribes 0,6 km. Pass the Flaüts fountain and then take the tarmac road to the right. At the hairpin bend, turn right. After a bend, pass the rubbish collection point, take a path on the left that climbs between the vines.  Cross over the tarmac road and take the steps between the houses up to the church in the middle of Ribes.  Ribes - Follow Prades 2 km, Saint André Lachamp 6,9 km. When you reach the first houses, turn left to take a small alley in the hamlet of Les Clots. Take the tarmac road at the hairpin bend. Take the road to the left that goes up to Le Serre.  Le Serre - Follow Prades 1,4 km. The road winds upwards to the last houses. The trail continues via steps on the side of the mountain and then curves right. As you begin to descend, ignore the track to your left and continue along the path. After descending, join the track, and go left until you get to Prades.   Prades - Follow Info Rando 2,7 km, Ribes 1,6 km. Continue along the path on the right. About 100m further on, take the path that leads to the hamlet of Labeaume. Pass through the entire hamlet then carry on until you reach the hamlet of Le Gelly via the tarmac road.   Le Gelly - Follow Info rando 1,2 km, Joyeuse 4,5 km. Take the road and at the first crossroads, go right. Continue straight on until you’re level with a stone cross. After a chestnut grove, at the stone cross, leave the road via a “calade” or stone path down to Le Prat.  Le Prat - Follow Info rando 0,6 km. At the crossroads, go down the steps on the left and follow the path that brings you back to the multi-purpose hall.  

A short walk to do with the family starting from the hamlet of Chadouillet in the town of Saint-André-de-Cruzières. P – From the Place du Planet, go to the signpost for Chadouillet. Chadouillet - Follow Les Courpatières 1,3 km ().Take the first left on the Chanisse path. Continue on the small tarmac road that becomes a track. Cross the bridge and follow the path bordered by low walls. Les Courpatières - Follow Carissoules 0,5km. Take the path on the right, then on the left to go down through the oak trees towards the Cotepatière resurgence. When you reach the river bed, follow it for a few metres on the left, then go up a path on the right. Carissoules - Follow Chadouillet 0,9km. Turn right onto the path from which you can see the bell tower of Saint-André-de-Cruzières, and return to the starting point

[Easy trail] A trail for beginners with a return trip highlighting some remarkable railway structures.

As early as the Middle Ages, the Alune River was used to turn numerous mills for the region’s inhabitants. There are still four mills along the trail that used the water held back in a “sluice”.

In a setting with oak trees mainly predominating, the hiking trail leads up to the highest point of the Serre mountain, at an altitude of 549 metres, providing some truly exceptional views.

A former school in the village of Les Borels, La maison de l'escalade and the gîte de Païolive are located 15 minutes' walk from the river Chassezac, in the sensitive natural area of the Bois de Païolive and a stone's throw from the start of hiking and mountain biking trails. Our family-run gîte welcomes you all year round. Our establishment is Jeunesse et Sport approved. Possibility of renting by the room, several rooms or the whole gîte. Composition : - 32 beds divided into 4 rooms for 5 people and 3 rooms for 4 people. - fully equipped kitchen - large common room - full sanitary facilities - outside terrace - car park

Specialists in riding courses from 1 to 10 days and day treks with swimming in the Chassezac (1hr/2hr/1 day). Pony rides. Riding lessons from 2 to 3 hours or all day. Sports riding - dressage - obstacles - cross-country Also 1 day riding trips with a swim in het Chassezac.

Large 18th century stone house in peaceful traditional village in southern Ardèche. Typical vaults and arches, separate entrance to guest rooms. 2 double rooms with en-suite shower room et WC. 1 family suite of 2 double bedrooms, en-suite shower room et WC. Open to guests: large living room with kitchen area (open fireplace, TV). Breakfast served on large terrace in shade of wisteria ? many specialities, wide selection of homemade preserves. Gîte for 6 people on same property. Shared swimming pool with attractive poolside area.

If you like team games, strategy games or “war” games, paintball is for you! On a dedicated field, we welcome you on reservation, for a 1-hour game, where all the material and equipment will be provided.

14th century farmhouse converted into a Hotel and Restaurant. Large 180m² vaulted dining room with terrace . Diverse menus and traditional dishes.

Compact 9-hole golf course, 1282m par 29. A fast, technical course in pleasant, peaceful surroundings. Holes range from 52 to 301m. Large 280m driving range. Independent pro on site. Grill and bar on site 7/7. A fast, technical course in pleasant, peaceful surroundings. Holes range from 52 to 301 metres. Large 280 m-long driving range. Independent pro on site. Grill and bar open 7/7. in season and Tuesday to Sunday out of season.

Between the Cévennes and Provence, the Pierre & Vacances village of Le Rouret nestles in a spectacular natural environment that’s perfect for a revitalising holiday. It stretches over an 80-hectare estate planted with southern vegetation.

Very close to the resurgence of Font Vive, in a place benefiting from absolute calm and an ideal location, to explore South Ardèche. At Villa Font Vive, we take as much care of our guests as we do of the environment

The Flor Azul welcomes you to a 16th-century farm built in typical Ardèche style. The 5 delightful rooms of a rare elegance are tastefully furnished.

The source of the Chassezac River is in the Lozère at the foot of the leafy hills at an altitude of 1503m. It runs into the Ardèche upstream from Vallon Pont d'Arc.

These statues were made to be seen, from outside, in the garden around the house of the artist. Thus the idea came up, located in front of the home of artists and craftspeople from Chandolas, Pépit'Art. Alphonse Gurlhie was born in 1862 in Chandolas. He was one of those colourful characters that marked their era. Like the “facteur Cheval”, his work marks an important phase in the history of Outsider Art.

The Randa Ardesca archaeological site proposes an immersive tour of a Gallic village reconstructed according to the principles of experimental archaeology and living history. Unique in the entire south-eastern quarter of France.

Quality restaurant in a nice setting between the terrace and the pool

Just 10 km from Les Vans, you can hear the wood fire crackling, look at the menu of pizzas and grilled meats and enjoy a good time at the C4. 10km from Les Vans. Enjoy pizzas and grilled meats on the riverside.

With family or friends, enjoy our traditional and local cuisine, our pizzas and our themed evenings at the height of the season, in a pleasant setting.

Facing the majestic cliffs of the Gorges du Chassezac, pleasant setting, gourmet family cuisine. Inflatable games, basketball, football, volleyball, table tennis, swings, petanque. Large screen for sports broadcasts. PRM access, free wifi.

Cooking as seasons go by, favoring local produces.

Traditional restaurant that welcomes groups. Come and enjoy the beautiful view over the Ardèche mountains from our panoramic dining room.

A beautiful building at the foot of the Château de Chassagnes, the Auberge de Chanaleilles offers refined home-cooked cuisine from appetizer to dessert. Selected by "Goûtez l'Ardèche" and "Les étapes savoureuses d'Ardèche".

14th century farmhouse converted into a Hotel and Restaurant. Large 180m² vaulted dining room with terrace . Diverse menus and traditional dishes.

Shaded campsite on the riverbank with climbing site. Canoe hire and land available to rent for mobile home parking (year round). The campsite's shady pitches, mobile homes and chalets offer economical family vacations in an exceptional green setting in the southern Ardèche. Vanessa and Nicolas, the friendly and responsive owners, will ensure your stay is a success. The campsite is fully equipped, and you'll be able to eat on site. You'll be able to enjoy a range of dishes and local specialities prepared mainly with local produce, as well as delicious pizzas to please children and adults alike. Evening entertainment and the campsite bar are a pleasant alternative to round off your day in style. The Chaulet Village campsite has direct access to the beach and is designed to be accessible to people with reduced mobility, but please note that access to the river is difficult as the path is rocky. A host of sporting activities such as climbing, canyoning and horse-riding are available nearby. Discover this privileged area by following one of the many hiking trails. Lovers of history and culture will not be forgotten, as castles and charming medieval villages abound in the Auvergne - Rhône - Alpes region. The region is renowned for its generous natural resources, its many rivers, lakes and forests, not to mention the many caves you can visit in complete safety. The village of Chaulet is also a climber's paradise. If the words "cliff", "climbing" or "escalade" send shivers down your spine, you've come to the right place.

Small, family campsite by the river, large, shaded pitches, caravan and mobile home rentals. Outdoor activities. Canoe hire 100m away, bike hire. Nearby food shops and restaurant.

Campsite on the banks of the Chassezac River. We specialise in groups: families, associations, schools etc. Function room, Outdoor activities: canoeing, climbing etc.

The campsite at the foot of the Chassezac Gorges greets campers in an unspoiled, natural setting ideal for relaxing holidays and outdoor sports. Warm and natural welcome.

On the banks of the Chassezac River. Outdoor activities: canoeing/kayaking, climbing, caving, canyoning, mountain biking, horse riding, hiking, group classes.

Approval: Camping rural. Production: vegetables. On-site: swimming, climbing, pétanque, horse riding (4km away), hiking.

Campside of 52 spots in Casteljau, near Chassezac river. Individual sanitary on each spot. We offer large and shaded spots in a natural and preserved site, without events.

Camping south Ardèche, near the Chassezac canyon, with a private beach. Chalets rentals and mobile homes in a wood, with private spaces. Ideally located for sporting activities : climbing, mountain bike, hiking, canoes. You will also enjoy the quiet and tranquillity.