Explore Camping L'Orée des Cévennes and Its Wonders

A walk “by stone and wood”, through time, past ancient vestiges and ancestral know-how. Go uphill on the road and past Meyrannes school. At the bridge over Montagnac gully, continue straight ahead, then fork right. A path starts between the houses at the top of the village. A steep path leads you quickly to Montgrillet, which it enters through an olive grove. Go past the disused quarry above a large lime-kiln. Your footpath climbs on the right to a  dry-stone hut. Continue going uphill to Montgrillet on the same path between two walls, which cuts through an oak grove. Turn left towards La Font-de-Bourboul on a path that is paved to begin with. Retrace your steps, walk alongside the Bourboul brook and then climb the wooden steps. Go uphill and turn right onto your original outbound path.

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

For parents with young children, this is the ideal setting to teach them to ride a bike, or to just take a stroll with a pushchair. Take a gentle stroll with the whole family so that everyone can enjoy the extraordinary views. Fancy a bit of exercise today? What about crossing the South Ardeche on the Via Ardeche soft path? From Saint-Paul-le-Jeune, the gateway, the soft path stretches over nearly 60 km of dedicated or sometimes shared path (adapted signposting). P – Go left and join Rue Louis Roux. The soft path begins on your right in the tunnel. Follow the path for 7km, then turn right.  After 3km of road, take the first path on your right. After 2.2km, turn left then go straight on.  At the next crossroads, go right, then at the following crossroads, go left (km 14). Then continue straight on.  Return to Saint-Paul-le-Jeune by the same route.

A beautiful hike under the shade of chestnut trees. P – Church Car Park Place de l'Eglise - Follow la Tuilière 1,3 km (). Pass through Fourniels (). La Tuilière - Follow Vernédas 0,2 km. Vernédas - Follow Serre d'Aubrias 1,1 km (). Serre d'Aubrias - Follow Escoussous 1,8 km. Escoussous - Follow Malbosc Place de l'Eglise 1,6 km to get back to where you started from.

Immerse yourself in the lower Cévennes, between sweet-chestnut groves and maquis scrubland, as you explore the Galeizon valley and the plains of Languedoc. From the car park, go downhill on the road. A few metres after the first bend, turn left and go downhill on a path to reach the road to Peyraube. At the reservoir, go downhill on the road and take the track on the left before entering Peyraube. Continue on this track and pass in front of Les Pièces. Before Les Combes, at the sign for Le Flaquier, take the path on the left towards Les Cabassettes. Go uphill into the chestnut grove, walk in front of Le Flaquier to the second ruin and continue on the path to join up with a track. Turn left onto this track to reach the D 632 road. Turn left onto the road and continue to its crossroads with the D 32. Turn right onto the D 32 for 400 m, then take the path on the left to climb to the Col des Cabassettes pass. At the pass, take the path on the left that leads you through the Roc Troué (notched rock), past the dolmen of the same name and to the D 32. Take the lane towards Peyraube to return to the car park.

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.

This trail gives you access to panoramic viewpoints on its mountain ridges, as you follow in the footsteps of the men and women who left their imprint on the schist. A few clarifications:• As you leave the car park, turn right and continue on the road for 150 metres, then go left towards Mas de la Tourette / La Borie.• After Marker 4, take the path that goes uphill on the right. Be careful, some sections are slippery.• At the road, continue left to the hamlet. Then take the path on the right. • At the junction of paths, continue right. • Turn right towards the castle (there-and-back) to reach Markers 6, 7, 8.• Return to the car park on the path.   

The walk takes you to the centre of the old village using the former Royal road, which was once the only track from Chamborigaud to Saint German-de-Calberte. This walk has eleven numbered information panels.

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.

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.

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.

The holiday cottages, “Le Domaine de la Jeanne” is located on an old agricultural property of 2 ha, surrounded by olive-tree plantations and old vines. The swimming-pool is heated at 25 degrees minimum from May until the end of September which guarantee you a lovely pre and post summer season. We propose lodgings out of stone and wooden of contemporary aspect with a total capacity of 55 peoples. The cottages or gîtes are classified 3 stars, are of great comfort with one to three bedrooms which is very adaptable for couples, families, hiking or cycling clubs. Sandrine and Xavier as former restaurant owner also offer a full and half board service for groups (15 to 55 pers) and an host table during summer evenings with authentic fine meals. Located in full nature, facing southward with the Cevennes National Park nearby, La Jeanne is ideally located to enjoy outdoor activities : river, canoe, climbing, cannyoning, fishing, baths, horse riding, and obviously hiking..... We are open from early April until mid November, For a real discovery of Southern Ardèche come and visit us!

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.

Our hotel and restaurant will give you a warm welcome no matter how long you stay. 15km from Pont d'Arc Valley and 8km from from the Cèze Valley on the Aven d'Orgnac site. Approval pending for the "Tourisme et Handicap" label (visual and mental disability).

Welcome to the sunny Southern Ardèche. Rev'Ô Thijol Vacances would love you to experience their "3 key" approved chalets and quality services in a stunning natural setting all year round, 2 disabled-friendly chalets.

Are you looking for the perfect place for your holiday? Your search is over: La Nouzarède campsite is made for you! Soak up the peaceful atmosphere, natural setting and family feel.

Discovery, beginners classes and further lessons. Qualified instructors. Training courses cand camps, lessons and rides for all levels. Approved by the French Federation of Horse riding

The "La Cévenole" wine cellar, the birthplace of Chatus, an ancient grape variety from the Ardèche, offers wine sales and tastings throughout the year. In summer, discover the vineyards on tours followed by a tasting session. In summer: guided visits of the cooperative are available Mondays. On Thursdays, visitors can take a guided walk through the vineyards and learn more about the region’s emblematic vine variety, the chatus. These visits are free of charge and end with a tasting.

A fine terroir cuisine with specialities like all-you-can-eat roast pig on a spit. Large terrace and inflatable games for kids. From May to September, pizzas baked in a wood oven, to eat in or take-away.

Le Montgrillet is the hillock above the village. The population of Meyrannes used to be overwhelmingly farmers, who lived on what they grew. Le Montgrillet is exposed to the sun and close to the village, and was the ideal spot for farming. Evidence for this can be seen all along the path. The grove of olive trees above the path indicates one of the crops once grown in Meyrannes, along with grapes and mulberry trees (for leaves to feed to silkworms). (B. Mathieu)  

This structure was built using dry-stoning techniques (i.e. without binder) and was once used by the farmer to store his harvest, tidy away his tools or take shelter when a storm about to burst did not leave him enough time to return home. The builder chose to make his hut back onto a terrace, so as to economise on one wall and save space. On this sloping land, efficiency is of the essence: the farmer has to make the most of every cultivatable square metre. Terrace walls built from stones serve to create horizontal plots, remove stones from the land and prevent erosion. (B. Mathieu)

The repeated passage of flocks of sheep over the millennia – first wild, then domesticated – has dragged a path to this summit. Under the impetus of the monks of Cendras, humans enlarged the path by hand to make it easier to use by convoys of saddled mules and by sheep. In 1689, the King's Intendant in Languedoc, Monsieur de Basville, implemented a royal order to organise the road network in the Cevennes in such a way that canons could be pulled along it and enable troops to hunt down Protestant rebels more easily. […] The dry-stone retaining walls and especially the giant breach cut into the rock that gives it its name – Roc Troué or Notched Rock – showcase the colossal efforts of our ancestors. The track is now in such a bad state that it is hard to imagine it was ever suitable for carts! (B. Mathieu)

Complexes of dolmens were built 4,000 years ago; the ones that collapsed were re-used up to the 6th century BC to deposit the ashes of the deceased and a few last offerings [dolmens furent bâtis il y a 4 000 ans puis effondrés et re-employés DONC, on les a effondres expres avant de les re-utiliser? Un peu bizarre comme formulation/idee ? Revoir la V.O.)]. Some seem to have been more elaborate, such as this one: a round base supports a dolmen built like a small house with a rock table for a “roof”. In fact, it is not certain that, in the Cevennes, prehistoric tombs were covered in this way. Archaeological excavations have uncovered pottery shards, bronze bracelets, hewn flints, a few cremation deposits or, in some cases, nothing at all! (B. Mathieu)

This is a scrubland of tree heaths, evergreen (mock) privets, sage-leaved rock roses and strawberry trees, between which frolic two-tailed pashas. This butterfly can be identified by its tan and brown colour, its underside which is ocellated black and white, and by the two tails it has at the bottom of its wings. It can only be found where there are strawberry trees, and for a good reason: they are the only plants that host its eggs, nourish its larvae and provide twigs for its chrysalis to hang from. The pasha likes to feed on ripe fruit as well as fermented and even alcoholic matter! It is also known as the foxy emperor. (B. Mathieu)

(Private property) You enter the ruins via a staircase chiselled into the rock. All the buildings - sheepfold, bread oven, clède (building for drying chestnuts) – are built on the bare rock. Long ago, a spring above them was tapped and fixed for the hamlet's needs. The large water retention basin carved into the rock has since dried out. (B. Mathieu)

Le Collet-de-Dèze (altitude: 304 m) sits in a vast loop of the river Gardon d’Alès. This has given the valley stretching from La Grand’Combe to the Col de Jalcreste its name of Vallée Longue. Le Collet has 711 inhabitants.

The metal Richaldon Bridge, built at the end of the 19th century, served the mines. It has also experienced flood-related misfortunes. Mining profoundly shaped the economic activity of the Vallée Longue in the 19th and 20th centuries. The antimony mine was opened in the 18th century. It was in use throughout the 19th century and was complemented by a foundry in 1896. All activity at the site ceased in 1951. Lead was mined from 1860 to 1868. From the 19th century on, many farmers were also employed in the mines in La Grand'Combe, alternating mining with their work in the fields. This phenomenon persisted until the 1980s.

Marker 1Deep ruts cut into the surface of what seems to be one of the oldest communication routes in the Cévennes. They are caused by the iron-bound wheels of animal-drawn carts wearing down the schist. The constant spacing of the ruts, about 1.45m apart; the high-up location of the track above any springs (thus avoiding the need to build bridges); and its fairly straight course confirm that this is an ancient road. There are blocks of quartz in the ruts that have resisted wear, proving that the ruts were not hewn. But it is possible that a mini-rut was deliberately cut into the rock to act as a rail, so as to prevent vehicles from swerving. To reduce the depth of the ruts, they may have been levelled with backfill.

Marker 6On the rock face you can see traces of tools, showing that the rock was hewn. Below the path, and below the draille, there are pèdes, wall foundations cut into the rock, which reveal the location of a village. The former village cannot be seen in its totality, the area’s topography having changed since the Middle Ages (rockslides, backfilling, construction of terraces for cultivating the land after the village had been built, etc.).

We served sophisticated and creative dishes made using fresh and raw produce. Home cooking. Supplies from local producers.

Nice restaurant in the middle oh the old touristic town, with charming sunny terrace. Meridional and italian food, nice chices... We offer creative, Mediterranean-influenced cuisine to suit all tastes (pasta, fish, meat, vegetarian...).

We offer a "bistro" menu, with our meal salads, burgers, tartars, ribs, entrecôtes... If you fancy an ice cream, a cocktail or a board to share, we look forward to welcoming you on our terrace.

La Balade Gourmande, Soudorgues's bistro and restaurant, welcomes you with the seasons, and invites you to come and relax over a drink on its summer/winter terrace, and share convivial, festive moments over local cuisine. La Balade Gourmande is a village project run by a collective of around a hundred members. Situated above Lasalle, some twenty kilometers from Anduze and Saint Hippolyte du Fort, the restaurant-bistro invites you to take a gourmet break in the heart of the village of Soudorgues, in a warm atmosphere of Cévenol charm. The setting is ideal for family walks or long hikes. You can discover our chef's specialties based on local, seasonal and, where possible, organic produce. Our bistro is also a venue for events all year round: music, storytelling, theater, etc...

We're delighted to welcome you to our new setting, where we offer a friendly, relaxed atmosphere and family-style cuisine based on quality produce. We're delighted to welcome you to our new setting, where we offer family-style cuisine made from quality ingredients in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Whether you're dining with friends or taking a lunch break, enjoy a relaxing atmosphere and service that adapts to your pace. Our menu offers a wide choice of salads, pizzas and grilled meats to suit all tastes and appetites. Open all year round. Open every day for lunch and dinner. Takeaway meals all year round We'll do our utmost to make your meal a pleasant, gourmet experience.

A fine terroir cuisine with specialities like all-you-can-eat roast pig on a spit. Large terrace and inflatable games for kids. From May to September, pizzas baked in a wood oven, to eat in or take-away.

All our dishes are homemade and use fresh and local products. Enjoy your meals in our former silkworm farm, under mulberry trees. Playground for kids. In the evening: pizzas cooked in the wood-fired oven. On a beautiful hill with a panoramic view of the South Ardeche, our restaurant is located in the courtyard of the former silkworm farm. Enjoy the typical Ardèche architecture, in the shade of the mulberry trees. Our chef, Sébastien, makes creative quality cuisine with local products. There is a playground for children, a petanque field, a games room with a table football, a pool, a ping pong table. Two large car parks are at your disposal. Organization of private receptions, birthdays, sports club gatherings ... Meals and accommodation for groups of up to 100 people. Aperitif and birthday cake on request. Home of business retreats. Work rooms, entertainment, catering.

The restaurant is located in the privileged setting of the hamlet of Gua (road D203) on the banks of the river La Beaume. We propose a traditional home-made cooking with a regularly renewed menu and, out of meal times, a snack menu.

Ardèche terroir cuisine in a panoramic dining room with a view of the Alps and Ventoux Mount. This familial restaurant is popular for its fine cuisine and the chef, Claude Belin, cares about the use of fresh products only.

Come and enjoy a meal with friends or family on our panoramic terrace - you're all welcome. The large terrace is a pleasant place to enjoy a meal. Grilled meats and seasonal vegetables. Homemade fries - Ysaline's in the kitchen! Ice cream sundaes for gourmets

Le Carmel is a former convent built in 1845. It closed in 1972 and reopened as a 26-room restaurant following renovation. 3 minute walk from the centre. Le Carmel has stayed true to the charm and serenity of its initial vocation.

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.

The holiday cottages, “Le Domaine de la Jeanne” is located on an old agricultural property of 2 ha, surrounded by olive-tree plantations and old vines. The swimming-pool is heated at 25 degrees minimum from May until the end of September which guarantee you a lovely pre and post summer season. We propose lodgings out of stone and wooden of contemporary aspect with a total capacity of 55 peoples. The cottages or gîtes are classified 3 stars, are of great comfort with one to three bedrooms which is very adaptable for couples, families, hiking or cycling clubs. Sandrine and Xavier as former restaurant owner also offer a full and half board service for groups (15 to 55 pers) and an host table during summer evenings with authentic fine meals. Located in full nature, facing southward with the Cevennes National Park nearby, La Jeanne is ideally located to enjoy outdoor activities : river, canoe, climbing, cannyoning, fishing, baths, horse riding, and obviously hiking..... We are open from early April until mid November, For a real discovery of Southern Ardèche come and visit us!

Opening 02/04/2020 > 27/09/2020 A Holiday Village in the great outdoors! On this exceptional, unspoilt site, set out in natural terraces, sleep in Wood and Canvas lodges offering all the comforts and discover the beauty of the Ardèche. A little haven of paradise between Vallon Pont d’Arc and the Ardèche Gorges!

Our hotel and restaurant will give you a warm welcome no matter how long you stay. 15km from Pont d'Arc Valley and 8km from from the Cèze Valley on the Aven d'Orgnac site. Approval pending for the "Tourisme et Handicap" label (visual and mental disability).

Welcome to the sunny Southern Ardèche. Rev'Ô Thijol Vacances would love you to experience their "3 key" approved chalets and quality services in a stunning natural setting all year round, 2 disabled-friendly chalets.

On the edge of the village, 50m from the shops in beautiful grounds with a pool, 1 communal TV room, boules, table tennis, private car park. Near the river and boat rentals.

On the edge of the village, 50m from the shops in beautiful grounds with a pool, 1 communal TV room, boules, table tennis, private car park. Near the river and boat rentals.

Have a sun-soaked holiday in a peaceful family atmosphere at Le Sous Perret campsite. Unwind by the pool or in the shade of the trees by La Baume River. On the vacation program: relaxation, hiking, biking, horse riding, canoeing, fishing... High-season menu: snack bar, bar, themed meals, evening entertainment. We will welcome you in the best conditions for a successful vacation in tents, caravans and motorhomes or in mobile homes. The pitches, in the shade of the acacia trees, are 100 m² in size on flat ground and have an electric hook-up. All our mobile homes include a fully-equipped kitchen with fridge, coffee maker, oven, gas hob, full set of crockery and pots and pans, two bedrooms and a sofa bed. Bedding includes pillows and comforters. Please bring your own sheets or rent by prior arrangement. 1 bathroom, shower, washbasin. wc, terrace with picnic table. Facilities : - snack bar with TV and terrace - grocery, newspapers, bread... - washing machine (tokens) - swimming pool - and also tourist information, free WiFi access... Numerous sporting activities can be organized on request: - canoeing down the Ardèche Gorges - canyoning - accrobranche - horse riding ...

Hotel about 30 minutes from Vallon Pont d'Arc, on the banks of the Beaume river, heated indoor pool, village entrance. Regional cuisine. Logis rando, logis famille enfants, logis vélos, logis pêche, logis moto. Labels : Logis Cosy, Table Gourmande and Goutez l'Ardèche. Ideally located in southern Ardèche, Joyeuse is a small medieval village (180 m altitude) 25 km from Aubenas, about 30 minutes from the Gorges de l'Ardèche. Rooms and duplexes for families of 4 to 5 people. All rooms are equipped with bath or shower, private WC, hairdryer, LCD 22 flat-screen TV, free WI-FI, direct dial telephone, safe. Elevator serving all floors. Baby equipment and cots available free of charge. At your disposal: a heated indoor swimming pool (during the entire opening period), a bar, a reception lounge, 2 comfortable terraces, a large free parking lot closed at night for motorcycles, cars and coaches.