• The Monts d’Ardeche Geopark sites UNESCO

    The Regional Nature Park of the Monts d’Ardeche – raising awareness and preserving heritage and culture The aim of the Monts d’Ardeche nature park – a perfect destination for country...

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    Relaxation at the Croix de Boutières in spring
  • Hiking in wild nature

    Hiking in Ardeche, an immersive experience in nature Take a deep breath of fresh clean air and explore our marked trails on foot, on horseback or walking with a donkey,...

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    Family hiking at the Mont Gerbier de Jonc, in spring
  • The Païolive Wood, a fairy nature site

    ...oak trees and the gentle sounds of nature. ©A.Renaud-Goud-ADT07 Did you know? More than 20 species of bats live in the Païolive Wood. Rocks shaped like animals Use your imagination...

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    Woman observing the “bear and the lion” of the Bois de Païolive in spring
  • Enjoy refreshing water activities

    ...have been classified as a Nature Reserve since 1980 and more than a thousand species of plants and animals now live in 2,000 hectares of protected landscape. Nature reigns supreme...

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    Group practicing canyoning
  • Zij delen hun ervaring (NL)

    ...© ©Mireille-steegmans-ADT07 ©Mireille-steegmans-ADT07 Chantal SMIT et Twan SPIERINGS, © ©Chantal-SMIT-Twan-SPIERINGS ©Chantal-SMIT-Twan-SPIERINGS Chantal Smit en Twan Spierings, reporters voor naturescanner.nl Wij zijn Chantal en Twan. Als reporters voor Naturescanner, het grootste...

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    Wine tasting above the village with outstanding character of Saint-Montan, in summer
  • Discover

    ...explore A great journey through time with marvels nature has to offer, such as the source of the Loire River at the Mont-Gerbier de Jonc, the underground world with Orgnac...

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    A great journey through time with marvels nature has to offer, such as the source of the Loire River at the Mont-Gerbier de Jonc, the underground world with Orgnac ‘Grand...

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  • The Ray-Pic waterfalls and the volcanic heritage

    The Ray Pic waterfall, invigorating and volcanic Deep in the heart of the Monts d’Ardeche Regional Nature Park, the Ray Pic waterfall is a cool, refreshing spot from every angle. ...

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    Ray-Pic waterfalls
  • Between mountains and volcanoes

    ...to the Mézenc massif which is famous for its 360° views. Geologist experience in the Regional Nature Park of the Monts d’Ardeche The Ardeche mountains make up the major part...

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    The Ardeche Great Mountain bike route - Two men reaching a point of view in Sablières, in summer
  • Camping sites

    ...4 Photo 5 Add to bookmarks ? Camping Les Arches 4 stars Campsite 9.5/10 Bookable online Saint-Jean-le-Centenier A campsite in the southern Ardèche, designed with respect for nature, offering spacious...

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    Group of friends in front of their tent, at the Huttopia campsite “Le moulin”
  • Let’s preserve Ardeche together

    ...in Ardeche, we protect our nature 16 sensitive nature Areas, 26 natura 2000 sites, 60 UNESCO Geosites, more than 250 rare or threatened species in the Monts d’Ardeche Regional Nature...

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    Hiking
  • Brochures and maps of Ardeche

    ...Bistrots de Pays – restaurants cooking local products -, the map of Monts d’Ardeche Regional Nature Park as well as additionnal maps of cycling itineraries in Ardeche. Download the brochures...

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    Two women looking at a map in front of Felice Varini's golden circles, a Watershed work, at Mazan Abbey, in autumn
  • Crussol castle back to the Middle Ages

    ...40 species of wild orchids that flower between May and June – a magical sight for anyone who loves nature.  Orchid in spring, ©A.Renaud-Goud-ADT07 ©A.Renaud-Goud-ADT07 A protected natural area You...

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    Aerial view of the Crussol castle
  • Mont-Gerbier de Jonc

    ...designated amongst the department’s Sensitive Nature Areas and is home to both Alpine wildlife and plants. Look out too for other ancient basalt cones that dot the horizon. Prepare and...

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    Family running towards Mont-Gerbier-de-Jonc in spring
  • Peaugres Safari, the preservation of species

    ...in the heart of the North American zone.  Over a typical Ardechois supper, you will hear wolves howling and all the other nocturnal noises of the nature around you.  Long-eared...

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    Little girl facing a tiger at the Peaugres Safari
  • The Ardeche steam train, a historical line

    ...will enjoy 360° views and full immersion in nature.  And of course you can choose from different routes with varying degrees of difficulty. Family waiting to board their bikes on...

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    The Ardeche Train
  • Top 10 amazing experiences

    ...Enjoy refreshing water activities Add to bookmarks ? Hiking in wild nature Add to bookmarks ? Delight your taste buds with gastronomy and wine Add to bookmarks ? The ultimate...

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  • The ultimate wellness break

    ...and ‘Terre Loire’. Discover this thermal resort Discover Ode to nature and good food Many local people run discovery courses for visitors to help them benefit from the nature and...

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    Femme se détendant au Spa séquoïa Redwood des thermes de Vals
  • Press area

    ...60 57 Contact me PRESS FILE  DP_2025_EN, © ©M.Dupont-ADT07 ©M.Dupont-ADT07 The Ardeche Press Kit comes out at the beginning of the year. Summary: Cultural heritage New accommodation Gastronomy Nature discoveries...

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