Wonderful getaway in Saint-lattier, Isère, Rhône-Alpes

This pleasant hike offers a magnificent panorama of Saint-Nazaire-en-Royans, the Vercors and the plain of the Royans from the viewpoint of the Belvedere. Depart from Saint-Nazaire-en-Royans near the Tourist Office/Aqueduct – Espace Royans Vercors (car park). Head towards the Belvédère (panoramic viewpoint) and go along the banks of the Bourne for a moment to find the Four à Chaux crossroads before crossing the main road (caution) to eventually reach the La Châtaigne crossroads. The path then steadily goes up through the undergrowth to La Madelanière, Vanille, and Le Belvédère is close by. After admiring the exceptional scenery, return to Saint-Nazaire-en-Royans allong La Cote 457 mètres, before beginning the descent through the deciduous forest to Tire-Vire. Carry on towards Saint-Nazaire along a varied and pleasant path to reach the Chemin de la Draye crossroads, then follow the yellow and green markers to the car park, the starting point of this wonderful hike. 

This short but pleasant stroll takes you to discover the ruins of the feudal castle of Rochechinard. From the Château, a magnificent panorama over the whole valley of the Royans is offered to you. Departure from Rochechinard (parking du musée du Royans), direction Le Château 3. Take the path that also serves as a support for the route of the Grand Tour du Vercors à pied through Roches Corbières 1 then Les Cartelats 2. At the ruins of the castle, after admiring the view over the valley, continue towards Rochechinard museum by a nice little path through the boxwoods to join Les Côtes 4. The Grand Tour du Vercors à pied continues north towards Saint-Nazaire-en-Royans, while the GR of Pays des Monts du Matin arrives from the same village. From there, go down to Bois Savoyard 5 to return to the museum car park, starting point of the walk.

In family and on two wheels, leave to the discovery of the agricultural and forest landscapes of Royans. Departure from the center of Saint-Jean, always follow the mountain bike n ° 7 in green color. Take the direction of Rochechinard until the Hermitage then turn left and join Boissieux passing by La Passerelle. From there, continue south along La Lyonne crossing the crossroads of Tognon, Tallard, Usine de la Plaine, Les Rats and la Freydière then Monnes and les Clefs to Saint-Martin-le-Colonel. Then cross several small hamlets and gradually return to the village of Saint-Jean passing via par la Ferronnière, Les Bodins, la Noyeraie. 

The village of today bears the imprint of yesterday. Departure from the village of Saint-André-en-Royans, take the direction of Saint-Romans. Follow the yellow and green markings that guide you all along the circuit. At La Vieille Eglise 1, go on the left, cross the hamlet of Les Courtioux and then the stream of Tarze and uncork at Monteux 2.Always following Saint-Romans, join Les Granges 3. From there, take the road that goes left and reach Le Tarze 4, continue to the village via Chemin de Bise 5.

Join the Pas de l'Echo, partly in the footsteps of an ancient Roman road that was once the only link between Oriol and the village of Leoncel in the south. Departure from Oriol-en-Royans (parking exit south of the village), direction Léoncel and Pas de l'Echo 5. Leave the main road to go up on the right by a small path along a wall (follow the yellow and green markings). The route joins a road to the hamlets of Grippats and La Bourrelière, the walk continues through a path through woods and meadows that leads to the place called Les Merles 1. Cross the departmental road (pay attention to the cars), always following the direction of the Pas de l'Echo, climb to the hamlet of Tamée 2 and then take 200 meters on the departmental road. At the crossroads of Gagnas 3, take on the left the itinerary which gradually descends into undergrowth. Once again, cross the local road (the place called Le Bedaud 4) and a little further along a small road following the yellow and green signs towards the Pas de l'Echo. GR 9, the return to Oriol-en-Royans is done by passing successively by La Passerelle 6 then L'Usine de la Plaine 7, Les Rats and la Freydière 8 Monne and les Clefs 9 La Rousse 10, Tallard 11 and Tognon 12.

This hike makes you discover the main riches of the natural and cultural heritage of Saint-Laurent-en-Royans. Leaving the village of Saint-Laurent-en-Royans, take the direction of Saint-Jean-en-Royans always following the marks of yellow-green markings. 1 puis poursuivre vers le sud et atteindre La Carrière 2.">Pass through the Arboretum 1 and continue south to La Carrière 2. 3.">At the junction, on the left, a pretty road joins the road to the crossroads of Le Saut 3. 4 puis Serre Châtelard 5.">The circuit then finds the route of the GR 9 and is extended in the undergrowth by a trail in laces that gradually takes the height, passing by the crosses of Pierre Plate 4 then Serre Chatelard 5. 6, vous pourrez admirer le panorama exceptionnel sur la mosaïque de paysages du Royans qui est offert depuis ce point haut remarquable.">From there, by a round trip to the belvedere of La Croix 6, you can admire the exceptional panorama on the mosaic of landscapes of Royans which is offered from this remarkable high point. 7 d'où l'on laisse le GR 9 poursuivre sa route plein sud.">Return to Serre Châtelard, continue until Serre Mouchard 7 from which the GR 9 is left to continue its road due south. Take the forest road on the left towards Saint-Laurent-en-Royans, further on, turn left again (directional sign) to join the Pierre Plate crossroads. 8, le village de Saint-Laurent-en-Royans n'est alors plus très loin.">Descending to join Le Saut before crossing the road to reach Les Rayes 8, the village of Saint-Laurent-en-Royans is not very far.

An original trail offering some of the finest views of Bourg-de-Péage. Discover the town's emblematic buildings, stroll along the quays, walk through the Bois des Naix and admire the sculptures along this 6 km family walk. Each frame has a flash code so you can find out more about its history, environment, heritage, etc... And it's free! The tour can be done by bike, and in fact follows part of the Voie Verte Vallée de l'Isère cycle route. Frame 1: Town Hall Frame 2: Pont Vieux and Collégiale St Barnard Frame 3: Le Coq Place de Delay d'Agier Frame 4: Quais de l'Isère Frame 5: La Passerelle Frame 6: Le Jardin d'Arménie Frame 7: Bois des Naix - Entrée Maladière Frame 8: The Deer - in the Bois des Naix Frame 9: Delay d'Agier's tomb - in the Bois des Naix Frame n°10 : The Charlieu - in the Bois des Naix Frame 11: The Mossant Citadel Frame 12: The Vercors Sports Complex Frame n°13: Fresco - Place du 8 mai

The historic town center boasts an original and diverse medieval and Renaissance heritage. The social organization of the town at that time is clearly visible. Romans-sur-Isère’s historic centre offers an exceptional ensemble of medieval and Renaissance architecture. The town’s social fabric during those periods can still be read in the way its spaces were structured. To the south, the bell tower of Saint-Barnard Collegiate Church marks the religious heart of the city; to the north, the Jacquemart Tower stands as a symbol of secular authority held by the consuls. Nearby, the Maison du Mouton and the Hôtel de Clérieu reflect the ambitions of the merchant bourgeoisie and the emerging class of judicial nobility, who commissioned grand townhouses to assert their rising status. Wandering through the old streets reveals a wealth of architectural details that bear witness to the city’s development and vitality from the Middle Ages through to the 18th century. Old town 1 - Maison du Mouton 2 - Rue Pêcherie 3 - Pont Vieux 4 - Collégiale Saint Barnard 5 - Place Maurice Faure 6 - Place aux Herbes 7 - Rue des Clercs, Rue Merlin et Rue des Trois-Carreaux 8 - Rue St Nicolas 9 - Hôtel Thomé 10 - Tour Jacquemart 11 - Rue de l'Armillerie

After the destruction of the medieval ramparts in the mid-19th century, the town expanded northwards. A new district emerged, located between the historic center and the train station. The local economy undergoes new developments with the installation of shoe manufacturing workshops. The need for labor led to a sharp rise in population, from 10,000 in 1850 to 20,000 in 1940 and 30,000 in 1968. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, Romans was also a garrison town, housing several barracks. Today's city center gradually took on the face we know today. Traffic areas were created for cars, and emblematic monuments were built: the train station, the Bon barracks (now known as Marques Avenue), the Notre-Dame de Lourdes church, the bandstand and private mansions such as the Maison Figuet and the Maison des Statues. 1 - Romans Bourg de Péage train station 2 - Figuet house 3 - Notre Dame de Lourdes 4 - Bon barracks (Marques Avenue) 5 - Shoe Museum 6 - Bandstand 7 - Champ de Mars 8 - House of Statues

A true paradise with a thousand springs for a vast botanical world tour. Rare plants acclimatised in a sumptuous natural setting of ponds and waterfalls. For a magical moment, discover the phenomenon of petrification, when water becomes stone.

The Shoe Museum invites you on a journey to discover the world of this timeless, universal object: the shoe. Situated in Romans, a town that owes its renown to leatherworking and shoemaking. The cells, once occupied by the Visitandine nuns, are now the setting for a collection of shoes from their origins to the present day: from unusual pairs from the 4 corners of the world to contemporary designers. All forms of footwear are on display, from the oldest to the most contemporary, from the most classic to the most extravagant and the most exotic, not forgetting the creations of famous bootmakers past and present. Musketeer boots, Chinese women's ankle boots for mutilated feet, medieval poulaines... 16,500 collector's items from antiquity to the present day, representing 4,000 years of history, are displayed in rotation in the cells once occupied by the Visitation nuns. There are also paintings (17th, 18th and 19th centuries) and temporary exhibitions. All presented in the former Visitation convent (17th century), set in landscaped gardens listed as a historic monument.

Located in Chateauneuf sur Isère between Valence and Romans, 'La Belle Histoire' stands out for its authenticity. Discover a warm welcome, a magnificent house built of Rhône pebbles, lush natural surroundings and breathtaking scenery!

At 7 min. from the A7 motorway exit, close to the vineyards of Tain l'Hermitage and these sites, you will be welcomed in a friendly atmosphere in this cottage in a part of the house owners, with independent access. This comfortable 37m² studio gîte with closed, fully-equipped kitchen and bathroom with Italian-style shower can accommodate 1 to 4 people. The gîte is on one level and comprises a living room with a relaxation area (sofa bed) and a sleeping area (1×160). Linen provided. Park shared with the owners, another gîte and chambre d'hôtes, offering various rest areas, swimming pool, available for outside access. The gîte is equipped with a washing machine. Pets are not allowed.

Ground floor: 1 guest room with disabled access, 'Tourisme et Handicap' quality label (4 major types of disability). 1st floor: 4 separate guest rooms with private facilities. Large living room with kitchen area available, overlooking covered swimming pool (6x10m), open April to September. Welcome to the Crozès Hermitage vineyards. Traditional 15th century wine-growing farm, built of Rhône pebbles, renovated and with enclosed inner courtyard. Breakfast features homemade preserves, apricot juice and bread baked in wood-fired oven. Games room, set of boules.

Unusual stay in a barrel converted into comfortable cottage for holidays exploring the heart of Crozes-Hermitage! In the Crozes Hermitage vineyards, we welcome you to a typical 15th-century winegrower's farmhouse with lots of character, in a barrel-shaped gîte for 2-3 people. Equipped with kitchen, shower and private bathroom. Sleeps 140 + possibility of an extra bed. Outside terrace. "Home-made bread and jam.

Wine merchant, wine tasting cellar, tours of the cellar, wine workshops... An immersive experience awaits you at Clairmont! This major estate for Crozes-Hermitage wines since 1972 offers visitors a unique experience in a welcoming location. Founded en 1972, Clairmont was the dream of three families who wanted to share their passion for wellness and a job well done. The next generation took over the estate, to build on the 50 years' experience, and some new winegrowers joined the team. Today, eight families and fifteen winegrowers work the land alongside a team of seven people, to bring you the very best of our 120 hectares in Crozes-Hermitage, Saint-Joseph and Collines Rhodaniennes. Each grape harvest from the winegrowers is dealt with separately, to produce wines that are all different, but all share the same high standards and quality. Clairmont is all about working together as a team, and they are proud to 'Create Wine Together!', while keeping traditional expertise alive. It is this desire to share that inspires us to welcome you and unveil the secrets behind producing our vintage wines, through a wide range of activities!

Both wild and welcoming this 600 acres site with its 45 km of walking paths will surely give you plenty of room to roam around in. You will be able to watch stags and deers, moutain goats, wild boars and many varieties of birds..

The tower is the sole remaining part of an 11th century feudal castle destroyed during the wars of religion. The tower can be easily accessed during a pleasant walk. There remains a long wall which was part of the castle walls. Overlooking the village and the valley and built on a castle mound, the tower can be seen from afar and reminds us that it was there to keep watch over a commune at a time when looting was rife.

For a short break or for your holidays, " l'Abricotine", in the heart of Drôme's vineyards is the parfect place: comfort, introduction to tasting and friendly atmosphere...

The Saint-Nazaire-en-Royans aqueduct, 35 m high and 235 m long, is the emblem of the city. Built between 1873 and 1876, it conducts water via the Bourne canal (which is along the start of the hike) to irrigate the plains of Valencia. In 1878, the work was presented at the Exposition Universelle in Paris as a work of art in hydraulic engineering.Read more

A true paradise with a thousand springs for a vast botanical world tour. Rare plants acclimatised in a sumptuous natural setting of ponds and waterfalls. For a magical moment, discover the phenomenon of petrification, when water becomes stone.

The ruins of the castle stand on a rocky platform remaining partially visible despite the vegetation that densifies over the years. In 1340, Rochechinard was sold to Aymard 1er Allemand de Beauvoir. It was probably between 1420 and 1482 that the great majority of buildings were built. Its function was essentially to defend the access roads of the Royans. In 1547, the Allemand family ceded its fief of Rochechinard to the master of the Mint of Romans, Claude Mosnier. During the wars of religion, this one is distinguished by making its castle an islet of catholic resistance. In the course of the seventeenth century, the castle is no longer inhabited and degrades gradually. Nowadays, the ruins of the castle are not visitable, as it is a private property.

It is one of the most famous villages of Dauphiné, thanks to its houses hanging above the Bourne. In this narrow site, surrounded by mountains, one had to gain space. Many houses, built in advance on the rock, are actually suspended in the void, with wooden supports. It was very practical at the time to fish and get water. Today, a water museum is set up in the heart of the village.

It is one of the most famous villages of Dauphiné, thanks to its houses hanging above the Bourne. In this narrow site, surrounded by mountains, one had to gain space. Many houses, built in advance on the rock, are actually suspended in the void, with wooden supports. It was very practical at the time to fish and get water. Today, a water museum is set up in the heart of the village.

This museum, which is interactive, fun and educational, takes you on an aquatic journey to discover the element of water. A disovery of water as you have never seen it ! Learn about the cycle of this fundamental element, its rôle in our body and its distribution on our planet; wander through a tropical or a glacial environment simulation; dive through deep sea in our 3-D cinema... At the entrance of the Vercors Natural Parc, the Musée de l'eau is located in Pont-en-Royans, one of the most beautiful and curious villages of the Dauphiné. A village born out of the interaction between humans and water... From the Musée de l'Eau watch the river Bourne and its diverse wildlife. Get a taste of some of the purest and rarest waters of the world at the water bar, and learn about howwater dictated the geological formation and human occupation of our landscapes. Exhibition 2018 in partnership with Electricité de France : From Water to Electricity Opening hours and much more information on our website (English Version available)

It is one of the most famous villages of Dauphiné, thanks to its houses hanging above the Bourne. In this narrow site, surrounded by mountains, one had to gain space. Many houses, built in advance on the rock, are actually suspended in the void, with wooden supports. It was very practical at the time to fish and get water. Today, a water museum is set up in the heart of the village.

Located at the entrance of the cemetery of Saint-Laurent-en-Royans, this Gallo-Roman stone is a funerary cippus of the 2nd century.The upper part of the stone forms a hollow within which offerings could be deposited. Latin inscriptions appear on the stone:"To Titus Sammius Tertiolus, employed in the writings of the aerarium (public treasury), died at the age of twenty-six, Connia Conniola to her excellent husband and Sammius Connius to her father."

This arboretum was created in 1986 in place of an old landfill. In 2010, a collective is founded to energize the place, and events are set up around the theme of nature. Today, it is an area of biodiversity, conviviality and discovery, especially for schools.

Le Bon Roy offers a daily special during the week when booking is not required, and a full menu in the evening and at the week end when booking is needed. Specific meals are available on order and the bar is open every evening; a three course meal including wine and coffee costs €13.50.

In the secret of the forest of Alloubière, among the hundred-year-old trees, Alice welcomes you and perpetuates the family tradition. The Auberge de Malaterre keeps its peasant and bewitching identity. Bernard and Lydia will still tell you their country and its legends. Alice will cook your favourite dishes and many more. Access by snowshoeing or skiing in winter. By car in summer.

On the foundations of an old mill burned in 1971, the boss and his team have reconstructed this country inn where you will taste the farm products cooked in a wood oven. Since 1979, it's in a bucolic area in which you're welcomed to enjoy our menu. You can taste our farm products ( pigs, duck terrine, caillette, rillettes, bread and pogne) cooked in our own wood oven. The Chef's specialty: our pig on a spit

A 30-minute walk from the village of Corrençon via the GR 91 in the direction of the Hauts Plateaux du Vercors (the Vercors Highlands). Whetheron foot, on snowshoes or cross-country skis, this is an easy excursion providing a “taste” of the picturesque ambiance of a true mountain refuge.

With golfing in summer and downhill skiing in winter, the restaurant is open every day from 9am to 6pm. The biggest appetites will be satisfied with a slow-cooked stew or menus à la carte. Traditional cooking.

The best Vercors products on your plate. Depending on the season by the fireplace or on the terrace. Several menus are available. Nicolas Fayollat our chef proposes a cuisine sensitive to local tastes.

At the foot of Hermitage hill, surrounding by the vineyard, we welcome you to the former home of Louis Gambert de Loche, founding president of Cave de Tain. Le Fief de Gambert, where heritage and terroir come together to offer you an authentic and unique experience. Our restaurant invites you to discover cuisine that is both generous and refined. Sincere and seasonal, our cooking showcases local ingredients, perfectly paired with wines from Cave de Tain, as well as a selection of wines from other French wine regions. Here, every dish tells a story, and every glass extends the journey.

In front of the fire place during the winter time, and as the nicer days arrive, in the garden or in the patio... Michel Chabran's cooking is always prepared with authentic local products of the season! Private lounge for 10 to 50 people. The Chef's specialty : dishes around truffle from November to March: Back of Sisteron lamb - Wild strawberry crisp (spring/summer) Gourmand Area: - Tapas ( every day, except on holidays day) from 12pm to 2:30 pm and from 5:30pm to 10:30 pm. Prices: from 25 to 30€ - Chabran Drive: with a click, a call and an hour later, you leave with your dish. Order on www.chabran-drive.com

Michel Chabran wanted his Espace Gourmand to be a place to sit down, talk about gourmet delights and, above all, share a moment of happiness. With the shared value of conviviality, here's an opportunity to enjoy Tapas as part of our themed menus. You can enjoy them next to the hut, in the heart of our garden, or next to the fireplace in the veranda. L'Espace Gourmand also offers a €32 starter/main course/dessert menu featuring a number of classic French dishes.

Take a mouth-watering break to enjoy an unbeatable dessert, snack or hot chocolate. Or more surprisingly, and perhaps for the first time, sample a savoury chocolate dish. Going further than traditional recipes that use chocolate to bind sauces, the creations served at Le Comptoir Porcelana subtly blend chocolate or cocoa with meat, fish or vegetables to offer first-time taste sensations. This self-service café is operated in an eco-friendly way. An all-chocolate experience to melt your heart! Think about booking your table. People not visiting the Cité du Chocolat can have lunch at the Comptoir Porcelana from 12 noon and 2.30pm.

The hotel of the Water Museum, in a old convent, at the edge of the river. Panoramic view near the suspended houses, opposite a waterfall, its restaurant suggests at an outside table or inside, a quality French cooking with local products.

Located in Chateauneuf sur Isère between Valence and Romans, 'La Belle Histoire' stands out for its authenticity. Discover a warm welcome, a magnificent house built of Rhône pebbles, lush natural surroundings and breathtaking scenery!

At 7 min. from the A7 motorway exit, close to the vineyards of Tain l'Hermitage and these sites, you will be welcomed in a friendly atmosphere in this cottage in a part of the house owners, with independent access. This comfortable 37m² studio gîte with closed, fully-equipped kitchen and bathroom with Italian-style shower can accommodate 1 to 4 people. The gîte is on one level and comprises a living room with a relaxation area (sofa bed) and a sleeping area (1×160). Linen provided. Park shared with the owners, another gîte and chambre d'hôtes, offering various rest areas, swimming pool, available for outside access. The gîte is equipped with a washing machine. Pets are not allowed.

In Crozès-Hermitage wine et Bergeron apricot country, self-contained gîte in converted 'magnanerie' (silkworm farm) near owner's home. Peaceful, open setting. Ground floor: lounge, living room with kitchen area, shower room. 1st floor: 3 bedrooms (double bed) (2 single beds) (2 single beds), shower room, WC. Covered swimming pool (10x5m) open at fixed times. Covered area, private garden. Wood-fired central heating.

Ground floor: 1 guest room with disabled access, 'Tourisme et Handicap' quality label (4 major types of disability). 1st floor: 4 separate guest rooms with private facilities. Large living room with kitchen area available, overlooking covered swimming pool (6x10m), open April to September. Welcome to the Crozès Hermitage vineyards. Traditional 15th century wine-growing farm, built of Rhône pebbles, renovated and with enclosed inner courtyard. Breakfast features homemade preserves, apricot juice and bread baked in wood-fired oven. Games room, set of boules.

Unusual stay in a barrel converted into comfortable cottage for holidays exploring the heart of Crozes-Hermitage! In the Crozes Hermitage vineyards, we welcome you to a typical 15th-century winegrower's farmhouse with lots of character, in a barrel-shaped gîte for 2-3 people. Equipped with kitchen, shower and private bathroom. Sleeps 140 + possibility of an extra bed. Outside terrace. "Home-made bread and jam.

In a house in rollers 18th century at the foot of the tower Mercurol surrounded by vineyards and orchards, you will find calm and authenticity. At "La Ferme des Buis" in the northern Rhône Valley, where the Drôme and Ardèche departments meet, you can discover a region rich in landscapes, history and know-how. From the Vivarais to the Vercors, via the Drôme des Collines, we'll be there every day to help you make new discoveries.

Flat campsite, calm and shaded. We can welcome you all year round in mobile homes and chalets. Pitches are also available for your caravan, tent or camper van. You'll be close to a number of must-see sites, such as Facteur Cheval's Palais Idéal, Château de Crussol, Peaugres Safari, Saint-Antoine-L'Abbaye, etc. There's plenty to do in the area around Chante-Merle-Les-Blés, which also boasts its own historic heritage, with an 11th / 12th century church. The campsite has a swimming pool and a small river nearby for the more adventurous or fishermen. We also have a small fenced-in area with a pond, in the heart of the campsite, where you can see ducks, goats, chickens and ponies, to the delight of young and old alike. The Chante Merle campsite offers a gentle pace of life in a dynamic family atmosphere.

For a short break or for your holidays, " l'Abricotine", in the heart of Drôme's vineyards is the parfect place: comfort, introduction to tasting and friendly atmosphere...

At 1,226 metres altitude, just a few minutes from Villard de Lans, after climbing into the forest; you will reach the guest house with beautiful views on the mountains . 2 small rooms well conceived opening out onto extensive grounds Each room has a washbasin, shower and private WC. Nordic Ski area 5 minutes. Golf course at Corrençon en Vercors.