Discover the charm of Eclassan, Ardèche, Rhône-Alpes

From the refreshing valley up to the terraces of Saint Joseph, discover the Ay gorges. Hike n°42 on the topographical guide "Val d'Ay" on sale in the Tourist Information Office.

As you walk through the villages, you will see fortified manor houses in Manoha and Hotoire, and then you cross the agricultural piedmont plain between Quintenas and Ardoix. Hike n°38 in the "Val d'Ay" topographical guide on sale from the Tourist Information Office.

See the many sides of a farming plateau, a patchwork of crops, meadows, orchards, vineyards and woodland, with a well-deserved rest on the banks of Lac de Vert.

A beautiful route around the village of Vernosc-lès-Annonay, exploring the agricultural landscapes of Ardèche Grand Air.

From the old village streets of Vernosc, go down into the steep, untamed Cance valley to enjoy the freshness. Hike n°8 in the "Annonay-Serrières" topographical guide on sale from the Ardèche Tourist Information Office.

.Along the hamlets, this hike will be a discovery of different facets of this agricultural sector. Trail of average level of difficulty.

You pass through the area's picturesque villages, making your way along the Préaux highlands with a wide panorama over the farming plateau and the high-altitude forests. Trail of average level of difficulty.

You pass through the area's picturesque villages, making your way along the Préaux highlands with a wide panorama over the farming plateau and the high-altitude forests. Trail of average level of difficulty.

.Along the hamlets, this hike will be a discovery of different facets of this agricultural sector. Trail of average level of difficulty.

From the picturesque village of Thorrenc, with its medieval atmosphere, make your way up the steep-sided Torrenson valley to reach the plateau. Hike n°7 in the "Annonay-Serrières" topographical guide on sale from the Tourist Information Office.

Your step in Ardèche 10 km from the A7 highway. The campsite is a family campsite with a large paddling pool and more than 50 different species of trees where each location tell to you the charms of the Ardèche Verte. Open from 01 April to 30 September, the « Iserand – Calme et Nature » campsite is located between Ardèche and Drôme, in the heart of the green Ardèche. It has 60 pitches includind 8 comfortable chalets, 4 small chalets, 2 large Lodges tents, and some atypical wooden accommodation for the comfort of cyclists because we are 100 meters from Via Rhona. Nestled on the edge of a huge natural forest and designed as an arboretum, this terraced site overlooks the Rhone and benefits from the favorable climate to the famous “Saint joseph AOC” wine terroir. There is a family atmosphere, warm and peaceful for a stay of healing closer to nature. The campsite offers a large swimming pool, a padding pool and other activities to entertain young and old as a playground, mini golf, mini-football field, bowling alley… TO spend holidays in a pleasant atmosphere and conviviality, various animations in season are organized as accompanied excursions, water games, giant games evenings, water aerobics sessions and tatoos for the children. To complete your stay, many visits are available from the campsite, such as the visit of the Ideal Palace of Facteur Cheval (28 km), the Peaugres Safari (19km), The city of Chocolate (9km) or the bucolic rail of Gorges du Doux (21km).

Welcome to our little nest of greenery and biodiversity where you can pitch your tent in the nature plain while enjoying our hammocks on site. New for 2020: our huts on Overwater bikes / Rando and our Tent cyclos. Access 150m from the Viarhona Come and dive into our large 10 x 15-meter swimming pool and rediscover the pleasures of nature, as the campsite has been designed as a botanical garden where plants, flowers and trees mingle...and you can enjoy a good pizza accompanied by a very good local wine (St Joseph) and good ice creams.

Very comfortable gîte in part of owners' 13th century fortified farm. Gîte on 2 levels with separate entrance and private, shady south-facing outdoor area. Living room with lounge area, fitted kitchen area, 4 bedrooms (160cm wide bed, en-suite shower room) (160cm wide bed) (2 single bunks) (2 single beds), shower room, 2 WCs. Electric heating. Utility room. On plateau overlooking Rhône valley, with famous St Joseph hillside vineyards. Annonay 10km (swimming pool, cinema, bowling alley, museums, hot-air balloons, Peaugres Safari park). Le Pilat and surrounding area great for cross-country skiing and walking/hiking.

Stone house (1950s) renovated by owners using traditional materials (lime, hemp, wood and stone). Village of Préaux, 519m high in the Green Ardèche. Wonderful panoramic views, from foothills of the Vercors to the Alps. 4 guest rooms (2-4 people) each with en-suite shower room et WC. 3 rooms on ground floor, 4th room has own terrace. Relax and unwind in this peaceful spot. Leafy countryside setting with birdsong ? turtle doves, tits and swallows. Heated swimming pool.

Enter the legend "L'Orient Express" and let yourself be taken in this univers.The beautiful meetings will be made in the plate and glasses. May your journey be full an excellent memory. Cuisine style bistro served in charming and unusual atmosphere.

Looking for authenticity and originality ? Then come to "Domaine de la Bonne Etoile" and stay in a medieval Tower in the heart of the grounds. A genuine cosy nest to relax for the weekend or for a holiday. Tower in grounds of the Domaine de la Bonne Etoile, ideal for lovers of unusual and/or traditional buildings. This cosy nest is perfect for weekend breaks or longer stays. Breakfast served in tower for a totally relaxing holiday. Take narrow stone steps up to your dream accommodation. Ground floor: kitchenette with dining area, shower room/WC (walk-in shower). 1st floor: bedroom with two single beds which can be joined to form king-size bed. You also have private terrace for sun bathing, relaxing with a book, etc.

This wine cellar was created in 1960. According to traditional winemaking methods, the grapes are pressed using an old mechanical press. Work is carried out on the vines using horses. Tours of the vineyard, wine cellar and tastings are free. Direct sales all year round with prior booking.

Time for a day or half a day, the Train of Ardèche travels the mountainside railway overlooking the Gorges du Doux. Beautiful views and works of art will follow each other on the way in cars registered as French historical monuments. Several trips are available, depending on the season: Le Mastrou: For 130 years, this is the name of the steam train that runs to Lamastre! Covering the entire 28-kilometer line, this historic journey is an unforgettable experience along the Doux valley. After passing through the gorges, the landscape opens up to the surrounding villages, offering panoramic views of the Ardèche countryside, chestnut groves and orchards. A stop at Boucieu le Roi (midway along the route) allows the locomotive to refuel. At the terminus, passengers watch the locomotive turn around at the turntable, and have 3 hours to visit the town of Lamastre and enjoy its many restaurants. Round trip on the day. Le Train des Gorges : Full steam ahead, travelers discover the wildest part of the Doux Gorges, in the heart of the Doux Valley Sensitive Natural Area. The journey ends at the charming little station of Colombier-le-Vieux / Saint-Barthélémy-le-Plain. At its destination, the 44-tonne locomotive is turned around on the swing bridge, manoeuvred by hand! An impressive sight not to be missed before the return journey. Round trip over a ½ day. Day Train + Velorail: Combine the 2 activities Train de l'Ardèche and Vélorail des Gorges du Doux! Departing from Tournon St Jean station, climb aboard the "Mastrou" for a timeless journey. Discover the Gorges du Doux, classified as a Sensitive Natural Area, as far as the picturesque village of Boucieu-le-Roi. Then climb aboard the "pedal carts" for an 8km tour of the upper Doux valley. Cross orchards and enjoy panoramic views of the valley's villages! From April to October, every day Le Mastrou is open for traffic: 10:15 am: departure from Tournon St Jean by steam train 11:00 am: arrival at Boucieu le Roi; free time to discover the village (former royal bailiwick) and lunch. 1:30 pm: start of the velorail activity (8 km Châtaigniers route in the heart of the Haute-vallée du Doux, ascent by railcar and descent by velorail) followed by a comfort break 4.15pm: departure from Boucieu le Roi by steam train for the return journey 5:00 pm: end of day at Tournon St Jean station Limited number of places - Reservations strongly recommended! The Boucieu Vapeur : This steam train takes you up the Gorges du Doux to Boucieu le Roi, nicknamed the "village of a thousand secrets". Overlooking a wide meander of the Doux, this former capital of the Haut-Vivarais owes its name to Philippe le Bel. The Maison du Bailli (Bailiff's House) bears witness to this rich past: listed as a Monument Historique since 1927, this beautiful house, with its corbelled turret, was the seat of the royal court of justice. The village was deeply influenced by Pierre Vigne (1670-1740), a missionary priest from the Vivarais region, whose tomb is in the church. Pierre Vigne was beatified in 2004 by Pope John Paul II. Boucieu le Roi is one of the most beautiful villages in the Nord-Ardèche region. Tip: a family treasure hunt combines treasure hunting and riddles! Road maps (free) available at the station or at the communal exhibition, open all day. The Lamastre Express: From Lamastre, discover the upper Doux valley as far as Boucieu le Roi. A 14 km rail ride alternating between railcars and steam trains with direct connections! Runs every Sunday in May, June and September, and every day the Mastrou is in operation in July and August. Special for bikes: With the "Accueil Vélo" label, the Train de l'Ardèche offers cyclists bike parks, plug-in sockets for recharging VAEs... and on board the Mastrou, you can take advantage of a specially equipped van to load your bike (€5 per bike or trailer). Ideal for continuing the experience on the DolceVia and ViaRhona! Reservations required. 1st Class cars : Upholstered velvet seats and hushed comfort guaranteed for only €5 extra! Reservations essential - Dogs not accepted in 1st class. Services at Tournon St Jean de Muzols station: - Museum area (free admission): the museum presents the adventure of the railroads, their history and their techniques, with unique collector's items such as the luxurious "Monument historique" lounge car... ideal for prolonging the experience of the epic of the railways! - Viv'arrêt" buffet-buffet area: hot and cold drinks, ice creams and gourmet treats to tantalize the taste buds! - Store area: souvenirs, toys, bookshop and personalized items are on offer, as well as a wide selection of local produce from local partner producers. - Picnic area: sheltered and shaded, the picnic area is continuously accessible to all passengers. - Parking: A large, free parking lot is available for all types of vehicles, with a drop-off point and disabled parking spaces close to the platforms and toilets. Bicycle lockers are available, but you'll need a padlock to secure them. - Greenway link: Tournon St jean station is 4 km from the historic center of Tournon sur Rhône, linked by a greenway directly connected to the ViaRhôna. - PRM access: Tournon St Jean station is accessible to people with reduced mobility. To access the trains, however, it is essential to be able to climb the equivalent of three steps independently.

family-friendly hotel with 9 rooms near Le Train de l'Ardèche future station with access to all the campsite facilities, river, pool, snack bar and summer entertainment. Evening catering from June to September Out of season, stopover on reservation. Half or full board for groups on request.

Fabulous setting, shaded, floral, flat terrain, friendly atmosphere, warm welcome. Spacious pitches and premium rentals. Entertainment for children and adults in high season. 3km from the villages and shops. Come and recharge your batteries at our family campsite in the heart of the Doux Valley and on the banks of its river. We offer large pitches and mobile homes for 2 to 6 people, for stays under the Ardèche sun. We'll be happy to tell you how to take advantage of the Ardèche's marvellous landscapes, remarkable sites, sporting trails and gourmet culture... Or how to relax by our swimming pool and let yourself be lulled to sleep by the song of the birds and the concert of the cicadas. It's also a paradise for the little ones, who can enjoy our dedicated children's club in high season. You can also enjoy our ice creams, bubbles, pizzas and house cocktails. Formerly Les Acacias

The irrigation Meinettes Lake is a lake of 14 hectares, was established in 1990. In its green setting, it limits the municipalities of Saint-Jeure d'Ay, and Cheminas. Possibility of hiking, equestrian and mountain biking. Lac des Meinettes is a 14-hectare irrigation lake created in 1990. The changing light brings a touch of poetry to this spot, where you can enjoy the cool breeze in summer. Surrounded by orchards in bloom in spring, the walk offers views of the surrounding bell towers and the Alps in the distance. The Saint Jeure d'Ay enigma trail is a great way for children to discover the lake and the village: available from the Tourist Office.

Discover the lake of Les Meinettes and its lush green vegetation. The 80s saw a strong development of arboriculture on many farms, with a diversification of production to include cherries, apricots and peaches. Irrigation had to be developed to keep pace with these developments. Lac de Meinettes is an artificial hill reservoir. A compacted earth dam crosses the course of the Ozon river, enabling a large volume of water to be stored by holding back runoff from an 11km2 catchment area. In parallel with the creation of the dam, a huge irrigation network was created, covering 382 hectares of plots. A pumping station extracts the water and sends it into this network. In all, 73 km of pipes supply water to more than 250 farms.

After having crossed the River Ay at Rô Bridge, the road winds up to the ruins of Oriol Tower, which is all that is left of an important mediaeval castle overlooking a cirque of rocks and lush vegetation.

In 8km of Tain l' Hermitage, Serves sur Rhône is situated along the Rhône river and along the axis of the Roman road " Via Agrippa " that connected Lyon with Narbonne. The belvedere of Serves is near the ruins of the castle Delphinal " Castrum Cervia ".

The valley of Cance from Annonay to Rhône is uncommon beauty, its bed is narrow, drawn in granitic rocks. Its natural purity allowed formerly the installation of industries: milling, wool, felt-tip, tanneries.

Built in the 11th century, the chancel and crypt of this magnificent church are classified as historical monuments. Inside, the arches and Byzantine capitels stand side by side with elegant columns and coloured ceilings. Currently closed to the public. The crypt also contains beautiful Carolingian cpaitals and a 10th-century baptismal font.

200m from the hamlet of Vert, this is a pleasant place for walks through woodland and between meadows and fields. The lake doesn't have authority to welcome bathing or boating. On the other hand, fishing is admitted.

The bridge, listed as a Historic Monument and restored to its original condition in 2013, is one of the last remaining structures to showcase the ingenuity of inventor Marc Seguin. The project to restore the suspension bridge at Moulin sur Cance was initiated in 2004 by the Syndicat des Trois Rivières. As well as preserving and enhancing the ‘Seguin’ heritage, this restoration project will also showcase the former industrial site of Moulin sur Cance, which specialised in the production and processing of silk, as well as highlighting the environment of the lower Cance valley, which is wild and remarkable, and part of a ZNIEFF (Zone d'Intérêt Ecologique Faunistique et Floristique). The suspension bridge at Moulin sur Cance, built between 1863 and 1865, is an authentic and rare example of the techniques developed by Marc Seguin. Today, it is the only known structure still using the parallel wire technique, and has been listed as a Historic Monument since 1981. The bridge is 20 metres long and comprises 4 main sections: The deck: the deck is made up of sleepers and two floors. Two guardrails are installed on the deck, acting as stiffening beams to reduce the effects of undulation. The entire structure is made of oak. The masonry: imposing, the masonry is essentially made of stone. It is designed to fully integrate the passage and fixing of the cables. The cables: four cables support the entire structure, two on each side. Each cable is over 38 metres long and weighs 256 kg. They are made of parallel soft iron wire. The principle lies in the fact that each cable is made up of a single wire that is repeated 100 times. These wires are held together by ligatures. The cables are anchored in the bridge piers by metal cylinders embedded in the masonry. Hangers: Hangers use the same principle as cables, but are made up of fewer strands of wire. They split in two at the ends. The top loop is held to the cables by a ‘double stirrup’ and the bottom loop supports the crosspieces.

According to legend, a shepherdess fell into the water. As she fell, she shouted "Aie! Our Lady! Aie!". An invisible hand stopped her fall and she was saved. Hence the name given to the river and the site.

The sanctuary and its Gallo-Roman walls enclose the keep and the ancient buildings of Ay Castle, as well as the chapel. The latter houses a Black Madonna with Child dating from the 17th century - listed statue.

A pretty Ardèche terrace and generous home-cooked cuisine. Everything in this former convent invites you to indulge and relax.

Enter the legend "L'Orient Express" and let yourself be taken in this univers.The beautiful meetings will be made in the plate and glasses. May your journey be full an excellent memory. Cuisine style bistro served in charming and unusual atmosphere.

Wine Bar, nice place to taste local products and wines of the region in a friendly atmosphere.

Traditional simple cooking.

Bistronomic restaurant with inventive and creative cuisine, using fresh and local produce whenever possible. An excellent wine list with over 400 references. All served in a warm atmosphere of stone and wood... At lunchtime during the week, we offer a suggestion from the market as we go shopping, and in the evening, a chic bistro with a menu to share, serving creative, high-quality cuisine made with fresh produce according to the season, often with a twist from our travels - a cuisine that reflects our image... In short, more sharing, more conviviality, more generosity and more indulgence, while continuing to showcase the craftsmen and women of the land, sea and vineyards.

Mood bar, convivial pub. Organises concerts.

Tea house, Ice-cream maker - Homemade Ice creams, teas, pastries, home-made jams. Non-smoking terrace, including electronic cigarettes.

Specialist of the Rhone Valley wines, you can restore you with Tapas or farmers cheese. Wine and local cheese are also a takeaway service. On thursdays and fridays until 7 pm: aperitif formula and small tapas at 5€ by persons.

Gourmet eatery serving local produce: fish soup, frog's legs, fruit bavarois and more all in an 18th century inn.

100% homemade cuisine, 100% fresh. Set menus and à la carte.

Warm and friendly welcome in a traditional Ardeche farm with a specificity Equestrian Home

In the heart of nature this stone farmhouse, renovated welcomes you in a large space where you will enjoy your holidays. Gîte: 100m ², superb terrace mezzanine 60m ², interior courtyard, wood heating.

Your step in Ardèche 10 km from the A7 highway. The campsite is a family campsite with a large paddling pool and more than 50 different species of trees where each location tell to you the charms of the Ardèche Verte. Open from 01 April to 30 September, the « Iserand – Calme et Nature » campsite is located between Ardèche and Drôme, in the heart of the green Ardèche. It has 60 pitches includind 8 comfortable chalets, 4 small chalets, 2 large Lodges tents, and some atypical wooden accommodation for the comfort of cyclists because we are 100 meters from Via Rhona. Nestled on the edge of a huge natural forest and designed as an arboretum, this terraced site overlooks the Rhone and benefits from the favorable climate to the famous “Saint joseph AOC” wine terroir. There is a family atmosphere, warm and peaceful for a stay of healing closer to nature. The campsite offers a large swimming pool, a padding pool and other activities to entertain young and old as a playground, mini golf, mini-football field, bowling alley… TO spend holidays in a pleasant atmosphere and conviviality, various animations in season are organized as accompanied excursions, water games, giant games evenings, water aerobics sessions and tatoos for the children. To complete your stay, many visits are available from the campsite, such as the visit of the Ideal Palace of Facteur Cheval (28 km), the Peaugres Safari (19km), The city of Chocolate (9km) or the bucolic rail of Gorges du Doux (21km).

Welcome to our little nest of greenery and biodiversity where you can pitch your tent in the nature plain while enjoying our hammocks on site. New for 2020: our huts on Overwater bikes / Rando and our Tent cyclos. Access 150m from the Viarhona Come and dive into our large 10 x 15-meter swimming pool and rediscover the pleasures of nature, as the campsite has been designed as a botanical garden where plants, flowers and trees mingle...and you can enjoy a good pizza accompanied by a very good local wine (St Joseph) and good ice creams.

Welcome to this old manor house in village of Lemps near the Rhône valley. Restoration work on-going. 2 family rooms (2-4 people) with en-suite shower room et WC. 1 double guest room (double bed), 1 large guest room (3 single beds), each with en-suite shower room et WC. Grounds of 2 hectares. Pleasant setting. Book ahead for table d'hôte meals (family cooking). Meals served at owner's table in neo-Gothic dining room. 'Vignobles et Découvertes' label. Château de Lemps: a unique address An address to discover in the heart of a generous, tasty, accessible region. Surrounded by exceptional vineyards, backed by inventive gastronomy, linked by cycle paths to explore, with a park of century-old trees, a timeless smoking room and courtyards to enjoy according to the mood of each season... This guest house is located an hour and fifteen minutes from Lyon and 30 minutes from the Valence TGV train station. Château de Lemps has always had a certain charm... It was old-fashioned, but now it's contemporary, renewed in its history, playing with its past, juggling with the generations and the traces left behind. It's always been lived in: that's what gives this building its solidity, its roots, its singular identity. Today, it is a guest house. It's a new chapter in hospitality and sharing. Major structural work has resulted in an exceptional, colorful, refined and cheerful enhancement of the interior courtyards, the smoking room, the lounges, the two bedrooms and the three suites. Rooms named after ancestors, like links between past and present. As you enter her guest house, you'll quickly notice her love of color. Boldly and sincerely proposed, they astonish or comfort... A sincere elegance emanates from them. Everything has been thought out so that guests can make the most of the many possibilities offered by the Maison: a siesta in the wooded park, a reading in the Winter Garden, a chat in the smoking room... The hostess, Isabelle, wanted the kitchen to be a real place of sharing and experience. An operational space capable of welcoming chefs to create exceptional dinners. Château de Lemps can also organize business seminars and family celebrations: the venue can be adapted to the needs of each event, and is tailor-made to ensure that everyone feels at ease, thanks to a number of local partners in various fields: Yoga, Sensory walks, Sophrology, Chefs, Winemakers, Brewers, Oenologists... all working in close collaboration: vineyard tours, wine and beverage pairings, provision of electric bicycles...

Two flexible holiday cottages from 4 to 14 people with swimming pool without roads, nor any face to face. For wild nature lovers, this magic place will make you dream. Just a stone's throw from Annonay town centre, where you'll find all modern comforts, enjoy a green and rejuvenating experience in the heart of the Ardèche verte. Horse-riders, mountain bikers, anglers and hikers can all be catered for. Rental by the night, weekend and week in high season.

Very comfortable gîte in part of owners' 13th century fortified farm. Gîte on 2 levels with separate entrance and private, shady south-facing outdoor area. Living room with lounge area, fitted kitchen area, 4 bedrooms (160cm wide bed, en-suite shower room) (160cm wide bed) (2 single bunks) (2 single beds), shower room, 2 WCs. Electric heating. Utility room. On plateau overlooking Rhône valley, with famous St Joseph hillside vineyards. Annonay 10km (swimming pool, cinema, bowling alley, museums, hot-air balloons, Peaugres Safari park). Le Pilat and surrounding area great for cross-country skiing and walking/hiking.

Stone house (1950s) renovated by owners using traditional materials (lime, hemp, wood and stone). Village of Préaux, 519m high in the Green Ardèche. Wonderful panoramic views, from foothills of the Vercors to the Alps. 4 guest rooms (2-4 people) each with en-suite shower room et WC. 3 rooms on ground floor, 4th room has own terrace. Relax and unwind in this peaceful spot. Leafy countryside setting with birdsong ? turtle doves, tits and swallows. Heated swimming pool.