• The Rochebesse farm

    Company open to the public

    Come and discover the exciting life of a working farm. The programme includes milking goats, making cheese, caring for the animals and kids in season, and all the little pleasures of the farm. Preferably at the end of the day.

    The Rochebesse farm
    The Rochebesse farm, © Office de Tourisme des Boutières
  • Village of Fons

    Historic site and monument

    Worth a visit are the church, completed in 1873, the village fountain, topped by a cross, which has a wash-house that was in use until the 1960s, the château, which was probably the hunting lodge of the Lord of Vogüé, and the many crosses scattered around the village.

    Village of Fons
    Village of Fons
  • Village de Lentillères

    Historic site and monument

    Village de Lentillères
    Village de Lentillères
  • Village de La Chapelle-Sous-Aubenas

    Historic site and monument

    Village de La Chapelle-Sous-Aubenas
    Village de La Chapelle-Sous-Aubenas
  • Village de Mercuer

    Historic site and monument

    Village de Mercuer
    Village de Mercuer
  • “Lanes with 100 sculptures” route in heart of the village of Antraïgues

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    Stand back, lean over, right, left...100 sculptures stand in the lanes around the church.

    “Lanes with 100 sculptures” route in heart of the village of Antraïgues
    “Lanes with 100 sculptures” route in heart of the village of Antraïgues, © Graziélla Blanchard
  • La Place

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    La Place
    La Place, © Sithere
  • Eglise Saint-André d’Ailhon

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    Eglise Saint-André d'Ailhon is listed as a Monument Historique and a great example of a church moving from the Roman to Gothic style. Definitely worth a visit.

    Eglise Saint-André d’Ailhon
    Eglise Saint-André d’Ailhon
  • Blou Castle

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    The castle was built in the 12th century and would have had at least 2 towers. It belonged to the Pressis family until 1461 then the Blou family. It has been renovated countless times over the centuries. It became a "holiday home" in the 18th century.

    Blou Castle
    Blou Castle
  • Saint Jean-Baptiste church

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    First a Romanesque church was built in the middle of the 10th century following the donation of a certain Géraud to the abbey of St Chaffre. Several side chapels (tombs of the lords). The cemetery is around the church.

    Saint Jean-Baptiste church
    Saint Jean-Baptiste church
  • Saint Roch Chapel in Thueyts

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    The chapel of Saint Roch de Thueyts, a sacred site, was built on top of a volcanic peak. It once had a small bell tower up to date (since transported to the church). Inside, wooden statues (St Roch, Virgin and Child).

    Saint Roch Chapel in Thueyts
    Saint Roch Chapel in Thueyts
  • Pouget tower

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    Property of the town of Thueyts located place Pouget and rue Gaschet. In 1640 (at the compois): residence of Sieur François Pichot de Lespinasse, Thueyts baïle. Renaissance architecture of the 15th century. Not visitable.

    Pouget tower
    Pouget tower
  • The Thueyts Squares

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    The village has different places that have marked its history. Whether commercial, living or emblematic, they are still nowadays convivial meeting places ...

    The Thueyts Squares
    The Thueyts Squares
  • Montseveny castle

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    Private property, not open to visitors, visible from the road. The current château is a former fortified house built in the early 17th century for Gilbert Vincenti, an officer in the service of the Lord of Ventadour. The castle was listed as a Historic Monument in 2001.

    Montseveny castle
    Montseveny castle
  • Village of Lalevade d’Ardèche

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    The town of Lalevade of Ardeche is located along the right Ardeche riverside. Between Pont de Labeaume and the river Fontaulière and the river Salyndres. It is the smallest town in Ardeche with 227 hectares.

    Village of Lalevade d’Ardèche
    Village of Lalevade d’Ardèche
  • Porte Janot

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    Only its arch remains, original structures repurposed for nearby homes. The nickname 'Janot' may belong to someone from Meyres or even the master mason. The adjacent tower features two 15th-century gun loopholes.

    Porte Janot
    Porte Janot
  • Porte Fornate

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    The building showcases a simple yet elegant architecture, distinguished by its ogival shape and an imposing square tower adorned with arrow slits. The sculpted coat of arms of the Retourtour family has been carefully integrated into the stone of the structure.

    Porte Fornate
    Porte Fornate
  • Fontaine Barbière

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    The Barbière Fountain, once used by the village barbers, unveils a more mystical origin. It is actually dedicated to the god Barbo, revered by both the Ligurians and the Celts, known for straightening twisted legs!

    Fontaine Barbière
    Fontaine Barbière
  • Eglise Saint-Martin

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    The church stands out with its elegant choir and spacious nave, faithfully preserving their original Romanesque style, thereby creating a remarkably harmonious ensemble.

    Eglise Saint-Martin
    Eglise Saint-Martin
  • Le temple

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    Built in 1822, this building stands on the remains of the ancient fortress of the lords of Retourtour, dating back to the 11th or 12th century. It proudly preserves the keep as a bell tower, adorned with splendid windows.

    Le temple
    Le temple