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Discover Saint-laurent-d'onay: Drôme's hidden gems

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Nestled in the heart of the enchanting Drôme region in Rhône-Alpes, Saint-laurent-d'onay offers a splendid natural setting, perfect for stimulating your curiosity and soothing your soul. Ready to immerse yourself in authentic beauty just a step away?

Stroll through trails winding amidst vineyards and lavender fields, unraveling breathtaking panoramas. These picturesque landscapes invite you to ...
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The Heritage House - Maison du Mouton
16 km

The Heritage House - Maison du Mouton

New! Come and discover the Maison du Mouton, one of the oldest residences in Romans, now a Maison du patrimoine! A free space open to all, inviting you to discover the heritage of the Isère Valley and the Drôme des Collines. The temporary exhibition "Îlot du Mouton, Portraits of a restoration" looks back at the impressive restoration project of this Maison du Mouton and the adjoining building. By giving the floor to the actors, this exhibition reveals the different facets of this major heritage project. The territory of Valence Romans Agglo is organized around two central towns, Valence and Romans-sur-Isère, each representing its own landscape entities: the plain of Valence and the Drôme des collines. The objective of these two Houses of Heritage of the territory of Valence Romans Agglo is to raise awareness and give keys to understanding through exhibitions, activities and visits. These are places of information, sharing and pedagogy. Valence Romans Agglo has the national label City and Country of art and history whose main objective is to raise awareness, inform and educate about local heritage. The country of art and history shines on the territory by offering guided tours and activities for all audiences. History Located in the first urban core of the city, the Maison du Mouton is one of the oldest buildings in Romans. On the street and on the courtyard, its two Gothic facades are indeed dated from the end of the 13th or the beginning of the 14th century. Ashlar stones, painted decorations, extent of the spaces indicate that it belonged to a well-off family. The woolen cloth trade then made the fortune of the city: perhaps one should see in it the explanation of its name. A sheep’s head has adorned the facade since its origin. Very deteriorated, it was returned during major restoration works carried out between 2020 and 2024. The stone used probably comes from the molasses quarries located in Châteauneuf-sur-Isère. These quarries, about fifteen kilometers apart, were exploited from antiquity to the 19th century. Once extracted, the molasse, fine stoneware and easy to cut, circulated by river, both towards Romans and towards Valencia. For the framework and intermediate floors, softwood was mainly used. Beautiful medieval house abandoned during the 20th century, the Maison du Mouton was acquired by the City of Romans in 2020. Open to the public after restoration since 2025, it now houses one of the two sites of the Heritage House of the Land of Art and History of Valence Romans Agglo. The public there discovers the history and architectural heritage of Romans and the Drôme des collines. In Valence, the visitor can continue his visit at the Maison des Têtes, second site dedicated to local heritage. Originally, the ground floor had a commercial or artisanal vocation. The large bays being closed by wooden shutters, the light came from square-shaped light cannons, drilled into the masonry and located high up. The French oak ceiling was restored during the restoration work. It is through this space that the public enters the Heritage House today. An educational workshop also welcomes teachers and their classes. The rear facade of the house is remarkably preserved in its 14th century state. Under the modern staircase, the original straight staircase has been partially preserved. It gave access to the floors from the outside, from the courtyard. The frame of a well is also visible in the masonry. At the back of the house, a building was erected in the 15th or 16th century. This outbuilding could have served as an annex for residential and service uses. Upstairs, a majestic room nearly six meters high corresponds to the aula of the medieval house. Both a reception room and a space for private use, it was the heart of the residence. Heated by an imposing chimney now disappeared, the hall was lit by two tall gothic bays, geminate and trilobed. In front of them, there are seat cushions. These benches arranged in the window recess served as seats. The second floor was able to house the housing of the servants and storage spaces. The offices of the Heritage-Country service for art and history are now located there. Archaeological excavations have unearthed numerous traces of painted decorations, which reveal a pronounced medieval taste for color and geometric patterns. In the aula, a decoration dated from the 14th century, composed of yellow squares on a red background and white borders, was discovered during the work. It has been preserved in situ. In this same room, a decor from the Hôtel de Loulle presents a frieze of coats of arms decorated with plant motifs, in shades of black, red, yellow and blue. The quality of these paintings indicates that high-ranking families occupied the houses in the neighborhood. On the second floor, a simpler decoration, imitating an apparatus of stones, was also discovered. It covered the entire space, in a common approach to many buildings of the same period.

Rue du Mouton 26100 Romans-sur-Isère
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Les Garenne de Sainte Euphémie
20 km

Les Garenne de Sainte Euphémie

Far from the noise, bed and breakfast in an old refurbished farmhouse built with the local stone pebble. Beautiful view over the Vercors mountain range. Swimming pool, sauna, outdoor bread oven, vegetable garden, fruit trees, hens and sheep. Welcome to Les Garennes! Come and discover the idyllic setting of this former family farm nestled on a plateau just 2 km from the heart of Saint-Uze and 10 km from Saint-Vallier; an ideal stopover on the vacation route between Lyon and Valence, close to the freeway and tourist attractions (Peaugres, Palais Idéal du facteur Cheval), shops (Lafuma/Millet, etc.) and gourmet delights (Grands domaines viticoles, local producers). ‍Outdoor relaxation After a long drive, a day of sightseeing, hiking or shopping, take advantage of the tranquility to relax in the outdoor areas, where a swimming pool awaits you (May to September) to unwind and refresh. ‍Supreme relaxation For those looking for a real moment of relaxation, our sauna is at your disposal (extra charge). Relax and leave your worries behind. ️ Majestic view ️ Our family rooms are a haven of comfort. They all feature elegant parquet flooring, private bathrooms and, for some, breathtaking views of the majestic Vercors mountain range. Table d'hôtes and breakfast ️ Culinary experience ️ On the evening of your arrival, join us for a convivial meal based on recipes from here and elsewhere, prepared using vegetables from the garden enhanced with local produce by Yann, your host. Discover our 5-course menu, changing with the seasons, from aperitif to dessert. Gourmet breakfast Get your day off to a good start with our included continental breakfast, featuring fresh, local and homemade products to tantalize your taste buds. (Upon arrival, you can order a picnic for the next day).

770 route des Gîts Les Côtes 26240 Saint-Uze
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We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾