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Réserve naturelle des Gorges de l’Ardèche
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Safeguarding incredible natural and cultural heritage… The Ardèche Gorges and Pont d’Arc are some of the most amazing natural sites in Europe.
Réserve naturelle des Gorges de l’Ardèche, © Marina Geray -
The Mézenc-Gerbier massif
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Mount Mézenc and Mount Gerbier-de-Jonc form this massif spanning Haute-Loire and Ardèche, with stunning views of ancient volcanoes. A unique land where the Loire begins, marmots live, and phonolite rock tells the story of this preserved heritage.
The Mézenc-Gerbier massif, © Laurence Barruel -
mount Gerbier-de-Jonc
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Mount Gerbier-de-Jonc, an ancient volcano with a sugarloaf-shaped summit, is famous for being the source of the Loire River. This unique natural site offers a breathtaking panorama in the heart of the UNESCO Global Geopark. At its base, be sure to visit the visitor center.
mount Gerbier-de-Jonc, © Stephane.Tripot -
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Hautes vallées de l’Ay et de la Cance
Forested areas interspersed with deep valleys carved out by the river Ay, this area has managed to preserve a touch of mystery and offers some stunning views. The old beech forests, chirats and streams are home to some remarkable flora and fauna.
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Tanargue Mountain Range
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The Tanargue massif, which culminates at almost 5,000 feet, overlooks the entire Pays Beaume-Drobie. This vast crest of granite which stands out in the landscape takes the name ‘Tanargue’ from the protohistoric era.
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The Pont d’Arc
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Pont d'Arc is a one-of-a-kind geological wonder and the gateway to the Ardèche Gorges and nature reserve.
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Geosite of Bois du Four
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"Bois du Four" is a important sedimentary "geosite" (UNESCO geological site) : in this place, the sedimentary flap is of remarkable paleontological interest. On the spot, a stratisgraphic cut makes it possible to better understand things.
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Cirque de Gens
The Cirque de Gens is natural wonder in the Ardèche. It's a great place to walk, swim and one of the biggest climbing sites in the Ardèche (320 routes).
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The Païolive wood
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This petrified wood and white oak forest in Les Vans forms a group of mazes approved as a "Sensitive Natural Area" by Ardèche Council.
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True source of the Loire River
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This source is the official source stated on the cadastral survey n°87. It runs into a natural setting and comes out in a meadow under a flagstone bearing the inscription ''ici commence ma route vers l'océan'' (my journey to the ocean starts here).
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Cross and Cirque des Boutières
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Underwater volcano, the view of the cross unfurls over crags of viscose lava from around Borée. Stroll towards the Cirque des Boutières and you'll see the shape of the volcano that once stood here.
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La Tourbière des Narcettes
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A remarkable wetland, the peat bog is a rare natural habitat on a European scale, home to a protected fauna and flora. An educational discovery trail and illustrated booklet provide a better understanding of this fragile environment.
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Les Sucs Volcaniques: Peléan eruptions
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A Peléan eruption is extrusive meaning it is caused by viscous, gas-poor magma which builds domes. Depending on the lava's viscosity, the domes can take on different shapes.
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Vallée de l’Ibie
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Remarkable natural site. The Ibie Valley is a sensitive and remarkable natural space. Its turquoise waters on its limestone bed offer a striking landscape.
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La verrerie peat bog
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A sensitive natural area, the Burzet glassworks peat bog is a place rich in biodiversity that must be preserved and discovered! Natura 2000 protected area. Managed by the CEN Rhône-Alpes. Home to Henrique Oliveira's work ‘Ouroboros’.
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Viewpoint indicator of Monestier
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In this village, discover the magnificent Taillard Forest and a viewpoint where you can admire the exceptional views over the Annonay basin, the Belledonne massif, the Ecrins Nature Park and the Aravis range.
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Ray Pic Waterfalls
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The waterfalls of the Ray Pic are a natural volcanic site classified since 1931, where the water of the river Bourges gushes in the middle of the basaltic flows on the town of Péreyres.Bathing prohibited.
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Protected natural site on Printegarde Island
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Designated a ‘Natura 2000 site’ and ‘Hunting and Wildlife Reserve’, the protected natural site of Printegarde Island is home to a variety of plant and animal species (grey heron, kingfisher, egrets, gulls, terns, beavers...)
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King’s scale
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This staircase consists of volcanic stones is located in a natural fault in the basaltic flow of the Causeway Giants. It also allows you to join the village of Thueyts up the climb from the Devil's Bridge.
King’s scale