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Discover Albon-d'ardeche, Ardèche: Nature and Tranquility

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Nestled in the beautiful Ardèche department within the Rhône-Alpes region, Albon-d'Ardèche is a perfect destination for nature lovers and those seeking peace. Enjoy picturesque walks along the hiking trails where you can admire the unique local flora and fauna. The nearby Monts d'Ardèche Regional Natural Park offers numerous opportunities for outdoor excursions. Culture enthusiasts can explore the...See more

Walking around Albon-d'ardeche

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Hiking : strombolian volcanos
28 km

Hiking : strombolian volcanos

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.

4 h
10 km
Very easy
Panneau info rando Entrée du village 07580 Saint-Pons
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The châteaux route
30 km

The châteaux route

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.

5 h
12 km
Easy
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Le Banchet
30 km

Le Banchet

An uphill climb through countryside will take you to Saccary. From there it’s downhill along narrow paths and easy-going tracks bringing you out on the edge of the river Doux. After crossing the river you then head up the other side called le Crestet through woods of chestnut trees then downhill through pine forests. Just before the final uphill incline a refreshing break awaits you when you cross the shallow waters of the river. 1 – Arlebosc Take the small uphill road at the end of the car park then go immediately onto the steep uphill incline passing through vineyards and orchards at the beginning.2 – Malgaray Turn right onto the level track. Cross the road onto a small lane leading to Jean Gros. Go past the hamlet and turn left up into vineyards. Go through the vineyards up the green slope of the dale. Just before the hamlet Morfins turn right uphill as far as Saccary where you come out of the forest. 3 – Saccary Turn right onto the small road then the path on the left a few hundred metres further on running along the side of terraces between hamlets. At Gardon,turn right then immediately left then right again between the low walls, onto the Randocroquis trail. Turn right onto the road then left and right again onto a path going uphill into woodland that becomes wider further on. At the end, turn left into the cherry tree grove. Turn right onto the road then left between fields. To your left a narrow and sporty path takes you down into pine trees.4 - La Garenne Turn right onto the road then left when you get to the new houses and head down between the fields until you reach the main road. Cross the road. 5 - Sapet Go down the small road becoming a wide track after the chicken coop. Go onto the small lane further down and continue downhill. Turn left between orchards just after Petit Chazotte. 6 - Grand Petit Turn right between the orchards and head towards the farm les Blanchettes. After the farm turn left onto the road. At the big crossroads below take the shaded path heading towards the football pitch going along the river Doux.7 - La Passerelle Go over the footbridge and up the slope opposite. Cross the railway lines and head uphill into woodland as far as Tincey. Turn left onto the main road then onto the small quite steep lane to the right just after the bottom of the dale. Head uphill towards the main road going from Tournon to Lamastre. Cross over, heading towards Rattier.8 – Rattier Take the slightly downhill path between orchards going into a lovely chestnut tree grove. You come out onto a small road leading down to Le Crestet. Carry on along the main road going from Tournon to Lamastre and turn left down the embankment onto the road leading to the village 9 - Le Crestet Go along the small lane passing below the public toilets. Turn second left onto the small road before bearing right when you reach les Girauds and heading down to the Vallée du Doux. The rough and rather technical track goes between orchards first then a pine forest as far as the river. Go across the shallow waters of the river. However, be careful to enquire beforehand about the water level here. Over the other side turn left and carry on along the fencing of horse pastures. Go through a rather rough section along the side of the rockface paying attention to the water level there again. Go up the steep incline round the back as far as the road running above the railway line. Head uphill on the road heading towards the village of Arlebosc. 10 - La Planta Go along the road on the right for a few hundred metres then turn left when you reach Sarzier. Go under the lovely stone farm porch then onto the paved lane taking you back to the village.

3 h
24 km
Easy
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From one ridge to the other
30 km

From one ridge to the other

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

6 h
15 km
Easy
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Chez Victorin
28 km

Chez Victorin

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.

16 rue les Chalencons 07580 Saint-Pons
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Domaine le Pommier Ciela Village
28 km

Domaine le Pommier Ciela Village

Our luxury 5* campsite brings you a variety of facilities. A water park with 13 slides, 3 pools (including 2 heated) and a pirate boat, entertainment, restaurants, snack, bar...ANWB approved and Clé Verte Label. In the heart of the Southern Ardèche, the 5-star Domaine Le Pommier is perfectly located for enjoying a wide range of family activities and leisure pursuits. Within the campsite, our 1.2-hectare water park boasts 13 water slides, 3 swimming pools (2 of which are heated), a life-size pirate ship, and numerous water features for splashing fun! At Le Pommier, entertainment is at the heart of your days and evenings. We offer a diverse and varied program suitable for all ages (kids' clubs, shows, games, foam parties, karaoke, and more). For sports enthusiasts, we offer: 2 multi-sports courts, 6 zip lines, nature trails, a net swing, a gel ball, laser tag, mini-golf, ping-pong tables, and pétanque courts, not to mention adventure activities like canoeing down the Ardèche River, canyoning, and via ferrata… In the Ardèche, food is delicious, and the culinary culture is rich and varied! We offer a diverse range of dining options to satisfy every palate! You can discover dishes prepared with passion in our restaurant, try our pizzas and burgers, or buy our local products at the Pommier mini-market. Our team is here to listen to you and help you create even more dreams, happiness, and surprises! Domaine le Pommier Ciela Village is THE perfect family getaway!

75 rue des Pommiers 07170 Villeneuve-de-Berg
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Sylilanse - Gîte Chante Bise
25 km

Sylilanse - Gîte Chante Bise

quiet in the countryside with open views, at the heart of the nature. High quality cottage with swimming pool, jacuzzi, massage. In the heart of the natural and cultural heritage of the Ardèche, "Les Gîtes de Sylilanse" welcome you to make your stay an unforgettable memory. Take the time to recharge your batteries, take a cure of nature, calm and freshness on the Coiron plateau in Ardèche, the secret of an excellent vacation! "Les gîtes de Sylilanse" is a set of 4 gîtes in the heart of nature, in a quiet area! The Chante Bise gîte is perfect for 2 to 4 people, it has been completely renovated for your greatest comfort: You have a living room with a kitchen / dining area and a lounge area, two bedrooms: each with a 160x200 cm bed, a bathroom and a separate toilet. The gîte opens onto a private terrace with garden furniture and barbecue. The beds are made on arrival, towels and cleaning included. "Les Gîtes de Sylilanse" offer very nice services with swimming pool and jacuzzi in free access at no extra charge and a welcome basket offered to each tenant composed of local products. You have the possibility to reserve your cold or hot meal baskets or the breakfast basket thank you for contacting Sylvia. You also have access to a massage area, they are carried out by Sylvia on reservation and in addition to your rental. Finally, the parking is located near the rental, holiday vouchers are accepted (only 30% of the rental amount excluding options) and dogs are accepted under certain conditions (less than 10 kg, 1 per gîte, with additional charge and that it is ok for cats, dogs and other animals!).

840 Brasse negre 07580 Saint-Pons
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Sylilanse - Gîte Chante Mûre
25 km

Sylilanse - Gîte Chante Mûre

Cottage in the countryside, quiet area with high quality. In the heart of the natural and cultural heritage of the Ardèche, "Les Gîtes de Sylilanse" welcome you to make your stay an unforgettable memory. Take the time to recharge your batteries, take a cure of nature, calm and freshness on the Coiron plateau in Ardèche, the secret of an excellent holiday! "Les gîtes de Sylilanse" is a set of 4 gîtes in the heart of nature, in a quiet area! The Chante Mûre gîte is perfect for a couple, it has been completely renovated for your greatest comfort: You have a living room with a kitchen/dining area and a lounge area, a bedroom with 2 90 cm beds that can be twinned to have a 180x200 cm bed, a bathroom and a separate toilet. The gîte opens onto a private terrace with garden furniture and barbecue. Beds made on arrival, towels and cleaning included. "Les Gîtes de Sylilanse" offer very nice services with swimming pool and jacuzzi in free access at no extra charge and a welcome basket offered to each tenant composed of local products. You have the possibility to reserve your cold or hot meal baskets or the breakfast basket thank you for contacting Sylvia. You also have access to a massage area, they are carried out by Sylvia on reservation and in addition to your rental. Finally, the parking is located near the rental, holiday vouchers are accepted (only 30% of the rental amount excluding options) and dogs are accepted under certain conditions (less than 10 kg, 1 per gîte, with additional charge and that it is ok for cats, dogs and other animals!).

840 Brasse Nègre 07580 Saint-Pons
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