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Must-see attractions in Gourdon, Ardèche, Rhône-Alpes

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Located in the heart of the Rhône-Alpes region, Gourdon, Ardèche is an ideal destination for nature and heritage enthusiasts. Discover the Ardèche Gorges, a spectacular site where you can engage in water sports, hike, or simply admire the scenery. Visit the Pont-d'Arc Cave, a replica of the famous cave painting site, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. History buffs will love the charming vill...See more

Walking around Gourdon

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Hiking panorama
17 km

Hiking panorama

During this walk, do not hesitate to climb to the top of La Croix de Juliau which will offer you a breathtaking view of the Coiron plateau and the Valvignères plain. Page number 8 of the "Monts de Berg & Massif du Coiron" hiking guidebook Free download on the website of our tourism office Or sold in paper version with its map for 7€ Car park at the church. Take the Alba direction, going down towards the N102 to Charnier. Climb up again to the junction at FONT NEGRE DIRECTION: ALBA Passing through “Serre Leroux” (altitude 400m), continue towards Alba by going down beside the small pond of Font Nègre Steady climb through the marlstones, then the Malavas plain up to BOURBOULET DIRECTION: ALBA You will walk across a prairie invaded with a multitude of blue flowers in the spring up to LA CROIX DE JULIAU DIRECTION: SUMMIT OF LA CROIX JULIAU Allow one hour out and back from Bourboulet to reach the summit of La Croix de Juliau (altitude 553m). Tradition has it that this toponym owes its origin to the passing of Julius Caesar. The etymology of Juliau does indeed point to the name or forename Julius, but really has no connection with Caesar! Then take the St Jean le Centenier direction to reach ARGENCE DIRECTION: ST JEAN LE CENTENIER by crossing the hamlet of Lablachère. Continue, passing through THEOULE The term théoule, from the Occitan teule : tile, means the place where tiles and pottery were fired. Return to the village via the path in the direction of St Jean le Centenier.

4 h
13 km
Easy
Place de l'église 07580 Saint-Jean-le-Centenier
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Hiking : strombolian volcanos
18 km

Hiking : strombolian volcanos

This hike takes you from the basaltic foothills to the pastures of the Coiron plateau, from the heights of this volcanic massif, specializing in breeding, discover superb panoramas! Page number 5 of the "Monts de Berg & Massif du Coiron" hiking guidebook Free download on the website of our tourism office Or sold in paper version with its map for 7€ From the door of the trekking information point in St Pons, take the road that goes up to the left of the information board, then turn right and then left onto a path that goes up into chestnut trees. At the 1st gate continue up along the basalt cliff to the junction at LA PLAINE DU REGARD DIRECTION: BERZEME Then cross the pastures towards Berzème, crossing the junction at BRASSE NEGRE DIRECTION: BERZEME Follow a little road beside the fields up to the crossroads at FAUGERES DIRECTION: ST PONS You will then enter a typical Coiron pasture in which you will stay well over to the left following the markings. Then take a path that goes quite steeply down to La Roche Chérie. From this point, go back down the road to LA PEYRE DIRECTION: ST PONS From there, climb up through the middle of a field, where you will then continue along beside the fence and then turn right onto a path that will take you back to the village. Variant: at La Peyre, climb up to the left on a path on basalt flow deposits. Once on the plateau, turn right along the fences to cross the Plaine du Regard, with a magnificent view point! You will then come back to the Plaine du Regard pillar, which indicates the descent back to St Pons.

4 h
10 km
Very easy
Panneau info rando Entrée du village 07580 Saint-Pons
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The barn trail
28 km

The barn trail

In the heart of the Tanargue mountains, set out from the chestnut groves, the flagship Ardeche landscape. To find out all about chestnuts, come and visit the Espace Castanea in Joyeuse! P – Village Square. Follow La Grangette 7,1 km, La Croix de Bauzon 9,6 km. Opposite the signpost, take the steps on your left and head towards the glass house. 300m further on, take the path on the right that heads north. After the second ruined barn, cross the stream and walk along the right bank under the hazel trees for about 300m. Cross the stream again using the stepping stones, take two hairpin bends and then head downhill through an oak forest. A short downhill passage leads to a third crossing, followed by a slope to the south that takes you to the Pialade ridge. The trail twists through the broom to reach a slightly marked pass to the west of a large beech forest from where a sheep shed is visible. A short stretch of track leads to the Anglanier stream, which you cross. In a few zig-zags, the path crosses the Redonde plain to emerge 40m higher on a track above the Ranc des Barres. Continue on this track to Rocher des Barres.   Le Rocher des Barres - Follow Col des Langoustines 4,4 km, La Souche 8,2 km via the Tour du Tanargue GRP (long distance footpath) par le GRP tour du Tanargue (). Come back via the crest of the Tanargue. (N.B. In stormy or snowy weather, it’s better to go back the way you came!) After a short climb, cross a second plain, then a third with a more marked pass on the north side. Follow a stony track in a steep slope towards Cros de l'Aygue.   Cros de l'Aygue - Follow Laboule 6,4 km. Leave the GRP and take ( ), the DFCI (forestry wildfire prevention) track that leads to Cebeyres  Les Cebeyres - Follow Laboule 0,4 km to return to the village. This is a mountain trail and can cause orientation problems on the summits in foggy weather. In stormy or snowy weather, it’s better to go back the way you came. Please watch out for herds of sheep on the Tanargue’s summer pastures – avoid bringing your dog, or keep it on a lead.

6 h
15 km
Easy
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The Ferjasses trail
31 km

The Ferjasses trail

This trail on the crest of the Tanargue plateau, which rises to over 1,300 m, offers superb views of the Ardèche mountains and beyond. P – Take the tarmac road towards Loubaresse. Just after the fire station, take the steps leading down to the left (). The path continues under the chestnut trees then across old terraces to the hamlet of Saint Martin above you.   Saint Martin - Follow Le Chalas 1,2 km, Croix de Bancillon. Go under an archway and turn right up the steps (). Take the main road on the left and cross it in front of the phone box. Take the tarmac road on the right, and cut down along the stone path to reach Le Derlay. Le Derlay - Follow Le Chalas 0,9 km, Loubaresse 8 km. The path climbs through the meadows then curves left in front of the houses and joins a tarmac road. Follow the road to the left for a few dozen metres, paying attention to the signs to leave the road by a path that heads left. It then joins the road, which you have to cross. Turn right and go up between the chestnut trees, then join a track between two walls that leads to the hamlet of Chalas. Cross the path and continue between the houses to reach the Chalas crossroads. Le Chalas - Follow La Grangette 15,8 km, La Croix de Beauzon 18,3 km. Go right of the house, cross the road and take the path opposite, between two stone walls.  The path re-emerges a little higher up the road. Go straight on and turn right onto the road. Leave the road and take the small path that goes up on the left. Follow the signs to Méjean. Méjean - Follow La Grangette 1,4 km, Loubaresse 10 km ().Continue along the ridge until you reach a track to the right. Follow it to the La Grangette hairpin bend. La Grangette - Follow Loubaresse 8,2 km by the main path that takes you to L’ Escoufour. L'Escoufour - Follow Le Chalas 3,2 km, Valgorge 5,7 km along the yellow and white marked track. When the track turns right at a right angle, leave it and take a path down to Le Ségur. Follow the signs. Le Ségur - Follow Valgorge 3,1 km. The track takes you to a stream; cross the stream and continue on the opposite side. Cross over a second stream before heading towards the fields and then to the houses in the hamlet of Chalas. Enter the small hamlet of Chalas du Haut, turn right after the first house onto the yellow and white marked path that descends between low walls. At the bottom of the descent, turn left to reach Chalas du Bas. Le Chalas - Follow Valgorge 2,2 km. Cross the road then take the steps opposite. The path goes down between two low walls then through the chestnut trees before reaching a road. Cross the road and head towards the houses before returning to the road and following it right. Leave the road by going right before the last houses and go down to Le Derlay. Le Derlay - Follow Valgorge 1,6 km. The path runs along the slope before turning right and going under some trees, then continues straight on before winding past some houses. In Valgorge, turn right on the main street and return to the start point.

6 h
15 km
Easy
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Les Flaüts
33 km

Les Flaüts

On the first slopes of the Cévennes, the hamlets and houses of Ribes are spread along “faïsses” or terraces, home to vines and olive trees. P - Turn left opposite the signpost. Follow the tarmac road for a few metres and turn right onto a dirt track, then turn left down the steps to the Alune stream. Cross the stream at a ford, turn right and walk along the river until you reach a small submersible bridge where you can cross back over the stream. Twenty metres after the bridge, turn right onto a path that leads up to the village through chestnut trees and vineyards. When you reach the tarmac road, turn left to leave the hamlet. Before the bridge, turn right between the houses and go up to the street. Turn left to Mas de Laffont.   Mas de Laffont - Follow Prades 2,6 km, Ribes 0,6 km. Pass the Flaüts fountain and then take the tarmac road to the right. At the hairpin bend, turn right. After a bend, pass the rubbish collection point, take a path on the left that climbs between the vines.  Cross over the tarmac road and take the steps between the houses up to the church in the middle of Ribes.  Ribes - Follow Prades 2 km, Saint André Lachamp 6,9 km. When you reach the first houses, turn left to take a small alley in the hamlet of Les Clots. Take the tarmac road at the hairpin bend. Take the road to the left that goes up to Le Serre.  Le Serre - Follow Prades 1,4 km. The road winds upwards to the last houses. The trail continues via steps on the side of the mountain and then curves right. As you begin to descend, ignore the track to your left and continue along the path. After descending, join the track, and go left until you get to Prades.   Prades - Follow Info Rando 2,7 km, Ribes 1,6 km. Continue along the path on the right. About 100m further on, take the path that leads to the hamlet of Labeaume. Pass through the entire hamlet then carry on until you reach the hamlet of Le Gelly via the tarmac road.   Le Gelly - Follow Info rando 1,2 km, Joyeuse 4,5 km. Take the road and at the first crossroads, go right. Continue straight on until you’re level with a stone cross. After a chestnut grove, at the stone cross, leave the road via a “calade” or stone path down to Le Prat.  Le Prat - Follow Info rando 0,6 km. At the crossroads, go down the steps on the left and follow the path that brings you back to the multi-purpose hall.  

3 h
6.6 km
Easy
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Chez Victorin
19 km

Chez Victorin

In an old barn, at the entrance of the village, the cottage "Chez Victorin" welcomes you with a breathtaking view over the village and the surrounding countryside. At the heart of southern Ardèche, 20 minutes from Montélimar, this old barn completely transformed welcomes you. It is comfortable and includes a large bright living room with kitchen, a lounge area with TV and pellet stove, a second small mezzanine lounge, 3 bedrooms (a bedroom with a bed 160 m and private bathroom and toilet , a room with a bed 160, a room with two beds 90, the beds are made on your arrival), 1 bathroom, a toilet. You have at your disposal a beautiful terrace 28 m² with panoramic views and an arbor, a large garden of 600 m² with private fenced pool and sunbeds. A garage is at your disposal. You are 5 km from the main services (pharmacy, doctors, supermarkets, weekly market ...). St Pons is the starting point of many hiking trails for all levels and offers some bathing spots in the streams that cross it. You have access to the rich archaeological, architectural and landscape heritage of the region: 5 km from Alba la Romaine (archaeological site), 8 km from Viviers, 20 km from the Rhône valley, 35 km from the Gorges de l'Ardèche ( canoeing, canyoning, climbing, Grotte Chauvet 2, Vallon Pont d'Arc), near the Ardèche plateau. Many festivals are held nearby: philo weekend in St Pons, European cinema in Lussas, circus arts festival in Alba, Labeaume music festival, Aluna in Ruoms, ... You are not far from sites of the Drôme Provençale.

16 rue les Chalencons 07580 Saint-Pons
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Sylilanse - Gîte Chante Bise
15 km

Sylilanse - Gîte Chante Bise

quiet in the countryside with open views, at the heart of the nature. High quality cottage with swimming pool, jacuzzi, massage. At the heart of the natural and cultural heritage of Ardèche, “Les Gîtes de Sylilanse” welcome you to make your stay an unforgettable memory. Take the time to recharge your batteries, enjoy nature, calm and freshness on the Coiron plateau in Ardèche, the secret to an excellent vacation! “Les gîtes de Sylilanse” is a group of 4 gîtes in the heart of nature, in a quiet area! The Chante Bise cottage is perfect for 2 to 4 people, it has been completely renovated for your comfort: You have a living room with a kitchen/dining area and a lounge area, two bedrooms: each with a 160x200 bed cm, a bathroom and a separate toilet. The cottage opens onto a private terrace with garden furniture and barbecue. Beds are made on arrival, towel and cleaning included. "Les Gîtes de Sylilanse" offer very good services with swimming pool and jacuzzi freely accessible at no extra charge and a welcome basket offered to each tenant composed of local products. You can reserve your cold or hot meal baskets or the breakfast basket, please contact Sylvia. You also have access to a massage area, they are carried out by Sylvia upon reservation and in addition to your rental. Finally, parking is located near the rental, holiday vouchers are accepted (only 30% of the rental amount excluding options) and dogs are accepted under certain conditions (less than 10 kg, 1 per gîte, with supplement price and that it is ok for cats, dogs and other animals!).

840 Brasse negre 07580 Saint-Pons
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Sylilanse - Gîte Chante Mûre
15 km

Sylilanse - Gîte Chante Mûre

Cottage in the countryside, quiet area with high quality. At the heart of the natural and cultural heritage of Ardèche, “Les Gîtes de Sylilanse” welcome you to make your stay an unforgettable memory. Take the time to recharge your batteries, enjoy nature, calm and freshness on the Coiron plateau in Ardèche, the secret to an excellent vacation! “Les gîtes de Sylilanse” is a group of 4 gîtes in the heart of nature, in a quiet area! The Chante Mûre gîte is perfect for a couple, it has been completely renovated for your greatest comfort: You have a living room with a kitchen/dining area and a lounge area, a bedroom with 2 90 cm beds that can be twinned to have a 180x200 cm bed, a bathroom and a separate toilet. The cottage opens onto a private terrace with garden furniture and barbecue. Beds made on arrival, towels and cleaning included. “Les Gîtes de Sylilanse” offers great services with a swimming pool and jacuzzi with free access at no extra charge and a welcome basket offered to each tenant made up of local products. You can reserve your cold or hot meal baskets or the breakfast basket, please contact Sylvia. You also have access to a massage area, they are carried out by Sylvia upon reservation and in addition to your rental. Finally, parking is located near the rental, holiday vouchers are accepted (only 30% of the rental amount excluding options) and dogs are accepted under certain conditions (less than 10 kg, 1 per gîte, with supplement price and that it is ok for cats, dogs and other animals!).

840 Brasse Nègre 07580 Saint-Pons
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Sylilanse - Gîte Chante Duc
15 km

Sylilanse - Gîte Chante Duc

Cottage in a beautiful stone building completely renovated in the heart of nature. In a quiet environment, high-quality. At the heart of the natural and cultural heritage of Ardèche, “Les Gîtes de Sylilanse” welcome you to make your stay an unforgettable memory. Take the time to recharge your batteries, enjoy nature, calm and freshness on the Coiron plateau in Ardèche, the secret to an excellent vacation! Les gîtes de Sylilanse" is a group of 4 gîtes in the heart of nature, in a quiet area! Gite Chante Duc is perfect for 2 to 4 people, it has been completely renovated for your greatest comfort: You have a living room with a kitchen/dining area and a lounge area, two bedrooms: one with 1 bed 140 cm the other with a 160 cm bed, a bathroom and a separate toilet. The cottage opens onto a private terrace with garden furniture and barbecue. Beds made on arrival, linens and cleaning included. "Les Gîtes de Sylilanse" offer very good services with swimming pool and jacuzzi freely accessible at no extra charge and a welcome basket offered to each tenant composed of local products. You can reserve your cold or hot meal baskets or the breakfast basket, please contact Sylvia. You also have access to a massage area upon reservation near Sylvia and in addition to your rental. Finally, parking is located near the rental, holiday vouchers are accepted (only 30% of the rental amount excluding options) and dogs are accepted under certain conditions (less than 10kg, 1 per gîte, with extra charge). and it is ok for cats, dogs and other animals!).

840, Brasse Nègre 07580 Saint-Pons 07580 Saint-Pons
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