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From 09 to 22 June 2012 From €39.00
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The surrounding Ardèche is an exciting area to discover. A southern region, full of light with its heathland, scents, white rocks and traditions. Real countryside that will enchant you.
An extraordinary natural site stretching over 30 kilometres from Vallon-Pont-d'Arc to Pont-Saint-Esprit, the Ardèche Gorges have been carved out by the Ardeche River over thousands of years. They are encased in two walls of rock and enjoy both a Mediterranean and a mountain climate. The Ardèche Gorges are home to other natural treasures, particularly outstanding examples of wildlife such as the Bonnelli's eagle as well as real prehistoric treasures in the profusion of caves decorated with frescoes, like the Chauvet cave. Walking, but especially canoeing, down the gorge is a must for all white water enthusiasts. The descent, which takes two or three days, provides the opportunity to face rapid whirlpools or admire various works of art along the way that have been naturally carved out of the stone by the water, starting with the famous arch at Pont d'Arc.
In Orgnac, nature allows us to enter its mysterious world, to tell us a story which began 110 million years ago. Time has carved out a fantastic underground world and has left us a legacy of its memory. The route through the cave has a number of viewpoints allowing visitors to safely admire the gigantic chambers where a multitude of stalactites and stalagmites have formed, creating giant-sized yet delicate natural works of art. The Prehistoric Museum presents the prehistoric heritage of the Ardèche and invites you to learn about the life and activities of our ancestors.
With its Grotte Chauvet-Pont d'Arc and paintings dating back 36,000 years, the Ardèche is home to the most ancient Paleolithic jewel of cave painting ever found. La Grotte Chauvet, which is applying for listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is genuinely unique.
Balazuc, one of the most beautiful villages in France, is perched on a rocky outcrop and surrounded by ramparts and cliffs overlooking the Ardèche River as it winds through the valley. A small village beside the river with the same name, Labeaume is completely surrounded by cliffs and rocks resembling ruined castles and has been classified as a "village of character ". This tiny village with its steep cobbled streets provides a delightful setting for one of the most beautiful events for music enthusiasts: the Labeaume music festival.
Saucisson, honey, cep mushrooms, goat's cheese, come to our markets and discover the delicious food available in this mountainous region. The chestnut, fruit of the chestnut tree (or "bread tree" as nicknamed by the locals) found on the slopes of the Cévenne, has always been inextricably linked with the history of Vivarais. Chestnut purée, candied chestnuts and chestnut soup; treat yourself to one of our region's specialities. Wines: our region has a multitude of wine cellars and estates where you can taste and buy the local wine, and don't forget to visit the wine museum in Ruoms (4 km).