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Palais Idéal du Facteur Cheval
Historic site and monument
It all started in April 1879 when Ferdinand Cheval, a country postman, stumbled upon a strange stone. This led to 33 years of perseverance and dedication in building his ideal palace, alone in his garden, using only nature, postcards and pictures in magazines as inspiration.
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Pont de Veyrières dam
Historic site and monument
Free
The Pont de Veyrières dam was built in 1986 on the Fontaulière river. Operated by EDF for hydroelectric generation, it supplies drinking water to the southern Ardèche and helps to keep the river at low water levels. Can be visited in July and August, subject to registration.
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Le petit musée “Agriculture et Artisanat”
Museum
Free
A place to discover, objects from the daily lives of our grandparents, for young and old alike! The curator will be delighted to tell you all about the trades of yesteryear and the objects used in them.
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Le Château – Centre d’Art Contemporain et du Patrimoine d’Aubenas
Museum
Bookable online
After seven years of renovation, Le Château became a Centre for Contemporary Art and Heritage in 2024. This prestigious site in the south of France invites you to discover its restored spaces through exhibitions, tours, workshops and events.
Le Château – Centre d’Art Contemporain et du Patrimoine d’Aubenas, © Adrian Deweerdt -
Ardelaine – Site de visites
Museum
Ardelaine is a local cooperative providing 4 guided tours, a shop selling clothes/quilts/mattresses made in the workshops, classes, a café-bookshop, a restaurant serving local produce and more.
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Sainte Croix chapel
Historic site and monument
Free
The Sainte-Croix chapel is located in the commune of Prades and was consecrated in 1865 to replace a 17th century building. It is on the way to the Calvary of Prades with the chapel of Notre Dame des Douleurs.
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Notre Dame des Douleurs chapel
Historic site and monument
Free
The Notre Dame des Douleurs chapel is located in the commune of Prades and dates back to the 19th century. It is on the way to the Calvary of Prades with the Sainte Croix chapel, consecrated in 1865 to replace a 17th-century building.
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The calvary of Prades
Historic site and monument
Free
The calvary site in Prades comprises two chapels: Notre Dame des Douleurs (dating from the 19th century) and the Chapelle Sainte Croix (consecrated in 1865). Several crosses, stations and statues can be seen on the site and are freely accessible.
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Saint-Alban-d’Ay
Historic site and monument
Nestled between the plains and the mountains, surrounded by lush greenery, the village of St Alban d’Ay – the birthplace of the truffle – is brimming with natural attractions: the Grandbeau educational forest and the Roche des Vents site, with its woodland and breathtaking views of the 30 church spires in the surrounding area.
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Chirols Notre Dame church
Historic site and monument
Free
The church in Chirols was built in 1873 when the population of the area began to swell as a result of the milling boom. Built of stone on a rocky outcrop, it overlooks the Fontaulière valley, where its comb-shaped steeple is an eye-catcher and an invitation to take a stroll.
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Church
Historic site and monument
Free
Church of Saint-Pierre-ès-Liens rebuilt in the XVIIth century on the foundations of a Romanesque edifice
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The Brion site
Historic site and monument
Free
The Brion site is located on an ancient volcano that was home to a medieval village with a castle between 950 and 1050. Come and explore the interpretation trail and enjoy the marvellous views over the Eyrieux and Dorne valleys!
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La Vallée du bijou
Museum
Free
The Vallée du Bijou was created in 2010 by the Boutières and Pays du Cheylard local authorities. The idea is to promote the jewellery industry, which has the highest concentration of jobs in this sector in France.
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Village fortifié de Quintenas
Historic site and monument
Free
Just a few minutes from Annonay and at the heart of the rolling countryside of northern Ardèche, Quintenas charms visitors with its authentic character, its well-preserved heritage and the richness of its natural surroundings.
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Parcours artistique”Vortex” -
Eglise
Historic site and monument
Free
Located in a natural surrounding the church of St Pierre sur Doux opens its doors to admire its beautiful painted coffered ceiling ...
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Le Quartier de Macheville
Historic site and monument
An important heritage site featuring historic old houses and Saint-Dominin Church, which was altered and restored over the centuries until the 19th century.
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Fresco of the cherry market
Historic site and monument
Free
The cherry market in Thueyts recreates the famous fruit market where up to 50 tonnes of cherries could be sold! It took place until the 20th century. Thanks to its volcanic soil, Thueyts is ideal for fruit growing. Signed Mireille Bigot.
Fresco of the cherry market