• Silk Cocoons Fresco

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    The cocoon fresco is located on the covered cocoon square, hidden between Rue Mercière and the church. It was created in 1887 thanks to the boldness of the mayor at the time, Mr Serre. It depicts the harvesting of silkworm cocoons. Signed by Mireille Bigot.

    Silk Cocoons Fresco
    Silk Cocoons Fresco
  • Dry stone wall path

    Park and garden

    Free

    An exemplary site of terraces in Ardèche, illustrating rural architecture. The terraces, built with dry stone, retain the soil and manage rainwater.

    Dry stone wall path
    Dry stone wall path
  • Protestant temple

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    With its very sober style, the current Protestant temple (inaugurated in October 1826) is one of the largest Protestant temples in France.

    Protestant temple
    Protestant temple
  • Montagut Museum

    Museum 10/10

    The Montagut Museum offers a narrative, illustrated and documented tour that highlights the industrial history of the village of Saint-Sauveur-de-Montagut and its surroundings, particularly the history of silk-throwing mills.

    Montagut Museum
    Montagut Museum
  • Eglise de Saint-Agrève

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    Eglise de Saint-Agrève
    Eglise de Saint-Agrève
  • Chateau de Rosières

    Historic site and monument

    Château de Rosières en Vivarais is a medieval château set in the heart of rural Ardèche in the south-east of France. The earliest records we have are from the early 14th century and some parts of the château date from that time (and possibly older) but others evolved over the centuries.

    Chateau de Rosières
    Chateau de Rosières
  • L’Oppidum de la Fare

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    L’Oppidum de la Fare
    L’Oppidum de la Fare
  • La Ferme du Châtaignier

    Company open to the public 9.6/10

    A gentle break at the chestnut farm: come and discover the family farm, the processing workshop and the gourmet specialities made from chestnuts and farm produce.

    La Ferme du Châtaignier
    La Ferme du Châtaignier
  • Miniature village of Col du Buisson

    Historic site and monument 8.9/10

    At an altitude of 920 meters, a granite village is revealed, passionately crafted by a retired expert in stonemasonry. Skillfully employing the opus incertum construction technique, he gave life to this hamlet.

    Miniature village of Col du Buisson
    Miniature village of Col du Buisson
  • Moulin de Mandy

    Museum 9.8/10

    The Moulin de Mandy pays homage to the past importance of mills and hydraulic energy. Guided visits of the working mill (mills and gears room, bread oven) and of the exhibition entitled "Landscapes and mills in Ardèche”.

    Moulin de Mandy
    Moulin de Mandy
  • Bargees’ Museum

    Museum

    The museum is inside the Saint-Sornin chapel, a classified monument. It has three main sections: - a collection of recently uncovered religious frescoes - the necropolis church - canal transport and bargee crosses (fixed to the front of the barges).

    Bargees’ Museum
    Bargees’ Museum
  • Medieval Castle of Désaignes

    Historic site and monument 8.8/10

    Bookable online

    The castle, built in the 14th century, houses valuable architectural elements. Inside, the museum of rural life and various exhibitions captivate visitors. A treasure hunt adds a playful touch, ideal for children.

    Medieval Castle of Désaignes
    Medieval Castle of Désaignes
  • Ferme Philip (farm)

    Historic site and monument

    Dating back to the XVIIth century, this farm as well as its roof made of woven broom plant serves as proof of the old days' farm life and the know-how Léon et Marie-Thérèse strive to perpetuate. Commented visit by the farm owners are possible in peak season.

    Ferme Philip (farm)
    Ferme Philip (farm)
  • Eglise de Mounens

    Historic site and monument

    Dating back to the 12th century, the Romanesque church of Mounens, a Benedictine gem associated with the St-Chaffre abbey, proudly displays the monogram of St. Theofrede above its main entrance.

    Eglise de Mounens
    Eglise de Mounens
  • Eglise Notre dame de l’Assomption

    Historic site and monument

    The church, built in 1179, was affiliated with the Benedictine abbey of Saint Chaffre or Saint Theofrède of Monestier. In the 14th century, a chapel was added to its architecture. It underwent changes between the 15th and 16th centuries.

    Eglise Notre dame de l’Assomption
    Eglise Notre dame de l’Assomption
  • Roman Church of Saint-Julien-du-Serre

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    Historic Monument in 1906. The church first appearence was in the cartulary of the Abbey of Saint-Chaffre du Monastier, to which it was attached in the 11th century, more precisely at the time of Abbot Guillaume III (1074-1086).

    Roman Church of Saint-Julien-du-Serre
    Roman Church of Saint-Julien-du-Serre
  • Saint Marie Church

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    Roman Church from to the 10th century. Classified as a Historic Monument, this Roman Church was restored by Louise Flandin of Craux Castle in 1422.

    Saint Marie Church
    Saint Marie Church
  • Stained-glass greenhouse

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    A former greenhouse adorned with stained-glass windows designed by the artists Thierry Boutonnier and Sylvain Gaufillier and crafted by the stained-glass artist Églantine Cornu. Visible behind Rochemure Castle, in the outer courtyard

    Stained-glass greenhouse
    Stained-glass greenhouse
  • Galimard’s Castle

    Historic site and monument

    Free

    The Galimard's Castle, which became a state residence, was a real military fort built from the 13th century. Private castle, Not visitable.

    Galimard’s Castle
    Galimard’s Castle
  • Montlaur castle

    Historic site and monument

    Private property; no public access. Only a few sections of the walls remain of the polygonal enclosure of the Château des Montlaur, formerly known as Le Chastelas, built around the 12th century on a hilltop overlooking the Fontaulière and Pourseille valleys.

    Montlaur castle
    Montlaur castle