At the foot of Mont Gerbier de Jonc where the Loire is born, a farmers' market welcomes you. Sales of cold meats, cheeses, jams, honeys, sweets, fruits and vegetables…. An essential market.
Recall the life and escape of Papillon from the penal colony of Cayenne, whose real name was Henri Charrière, born in Saint-Étienne-de-Lugdarès in 1906. Then immerse yourself in the story of The Beast of Gévaudan through the paintings of Gérard Lattier. Reservation required.
Discover the animal photographs of Tristan HAYER and Lionel AURAND. Free visit. Visit the Haut-Allier media library all year round.
Immerse yourself in the story of The Beast of Gévaudan through 43 paintings by Gérard Lattier. The audio guide will take you from the first victim, who was in the town of Saint-Étienne-de-Lugdarès, to the Beast's disappearance.
Henri Charrière, nicknamed Papillon, was born in Saint Etienne de Lugdarès in 1906. His story and his famous escape from the Cayenne penal colony are told to you: from the reconstruction of a Guyanese cell to his house in Ardèche.
The egg hunt is back at Alti Arena!
8 bracelets to find = 8 gifts to win!
From April 21 until the last bracelet is discovered, or at the latest May 4.
Something to spice up your visit and please adventurers of all ages!
For the second year, designers and artists are invited to express themselves on the theme of "the sock from A to Z", with the only constraints being that the creation be in three dimensions, and that it be justified by a short explanatory text.
One of the last whistle markets in France. Be punctual so you can attend the “patches”!
Come meet Vanessa and Pierre-Louis. They will show you their goats. You can taste their products: goat's cheese, fromage frais, fromage blanc, green lentils, wheat flour, syrup and hay jelly... in Organic Farming!
A friendly moment is offered to you by the AAPPMA La truite du plateau around a meal of tripe and potatoes. Ready your rods, fish! If you catch the biggest trout, your fishing license for the year will be offered. Equipment exchange.
The exhibitors give you weekly appointments in the heart of the thousand-year-old city. Many products will be offered to you.
Come drop off or take natural seeds freely. Collect some seeds from your seeds and come share them at the Masméjean mill. The opportunity to experience another mode of exchange based on self-management and trust.
On the mountainside, Stéphanie and Nicolas will be delighted to welcome you. They raise with passion goats and pigs. Come and discover their products processed on site: cheeses, charcuterie and pork. Farm visit by reservation.
Presentation of the work of the Watershed Artistic Trail: “The Crystal Cave”. Meet in front of the cave, 10 minutes walk from the Tourist Office on the GR72.
Two beautiful days where you can meet Stéphanie and Nicolas, their goats and their pigs raised on straw. Organic processing on the farm: cheeses, sausages, pâtés. Raising awareness of biodiversity and agricultural practices with the LPO AuRA
Talk on astronomy, first steps towards observing the sky by Jacky Chavaudret.
On the village square, come and stroll and meet our local producers (greengrocers, cheese makers, beers, seamstresses, cosmetics, etc.) who make our region rich. Right next door, a café/bar/restaurant to meet up!!!
Opening of the photographic exhibition "Line Dancers" by the Bazalt collective. Dancers, choreographers, and multidisciplinary artists (text, voice, drawing, painting, embroidery, and photography) offer a different perspective on the works of Partage des Eaux.
On the banks of the river, discover this old water mill restored in perfect working order. On site: exhibition on renewable energies.
Visit the medieval tower of Saint Laurent-les-Bains. Reach the top floor of the tower and discover a breathtaking landscape.
Able-bodied or disabled people, take part in this free hike on the theme of volcanism, the forest and this research project. 2 joelettes are provided. Bring a picnic.
Many producers offer you their cheeses, cold meats, fruits, vegetables, jams and much more all year round.
4-day Nature Fishing Workshop. You can learn or improve your skills in fly fishing, toc fishing and lure fishing, by approaching different environments. From 8 years old, limited places, registration required.
Vanessa and Pierre-Louis offer you their Organic Agriculture products in the store: goat cheese, faisselle, fromage blanc, lentils, wheat flour, camelina oil, syrup and hay jelly. Reception for milking goats by reservation
A beautiful exhibition of objects from the last century: everyday objects or unusual objects. Come and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of yesteryear with a reconstruction of the interior of the houses of our elders!
Market gardener all year round on the Tuesday morning market, supplemented by several stands in season
Le Ceytrou campsite offers a weekly pétanque competition, with many prizes to be won.
In case of bad weather, a belote game will be organized instead.
Come and spend a good time in a friendly atmosphere around a game of belote or other games and creative workshops.
Weekly market: find local producers and fairground workers (around fifteen) in low season, much livelier in summer.
Come discover and deepen your use of the Internet (messaging software, searches, applications, etc.). Workshops open to all, organized by the France Services branch in partnership with the Montagne d'Ardèche Community of Communes.
Near Mont Gerbier de Jonc, the village is home to producers of charcuterie, cheese, honey, fruit and vegetables... An essential market for doing your local shopping.
Come discover the Hubac honey house. You'll learn about the work of the bees directly in the apiary, as well as all the work involved in the honey house. A tour will be followed by a snack.
Come and discover the Biblio-Friperie: a thrift store space with a large collection of clothes at low prices, and a library space to read or borrow books. Seamstress present for sewing work in the morning.
Come and taste our local products. Come meet our producers of honey, charcuterie, cheese, and chestnut creams, as well as our artisans of pottery, jewelry, and handbags. Put all of Ardèche in your basket.
Come discover this original outdoor sport with Delphine and Franck!
With your forks, Françoise invites you to come and taste a typical local dish: calf’s head. Remember to book.
Market on the village square, with numerous stands and products offering seasonal fruits and vegetables, cheeses, cold meats, herbal teas, jams and syrups, also crafts (ceramics and jewelry).
The Montagne d'Ardèche Community of Communes is offering a singing course led by Fenja Abraham: breathing as sound and rhythm through an Inuit breathing song, voice placement and a traditional Bulgarian song will be covered.
Body awakening and yoga with 2 sessions, for children from 6 months to 19 months and from 20 months to 3 years accompanied by an adult.
Session supervised by Caroline URBANCIC, yoga teacher.
In the summer, on the lake road between Coucouron and Lake Issarlès, this village offers a Sunday break: direct sales from local producers of cheeses, charcuterie, honey, craft beers, etc.
Françoise will present the latest literary developments to you. Everyone can come with a book to discuss and share their reading. Upon registration.
Come discover one of the most beautiful chestnut groves in Ardèche: the chestnut grove at the Peyrou farm with Pierre-Thibaut and Isabelle. As locals, they will share with you their expertise, passed down from previous generations.
The Oc'n folk association is organizing a traditional dance with Cabr'e can, a group specializing in traditional Occitan dances and songs.
The Young Farmers offer a grilled pig meal, musical atmosphere and refreshment bar. Starter, spit-roasted pork, cheese and dessert. By reservation.
An outdoor self-defense workshop is offered by Monique Boutet and Francis Toulza, who practice various martial arts. Bring your picnic lunch at noon. In case of bad weather, a retreat to the Vispron hall is planned.
Takeaway paella. This sale will help fund the children's school trips. Thank you in advance for your participation. Reservations required before May 9th.
Come and find your summer job is aimed primarily at young people aged 16 to 30. It aims to raise awareness of the many job opportunities available in our region during the summer, to present job offers and to prepare applications.
As part of the Saint-Étienne-de-Lugdarès Teen Club program, a first day on the theme of Fort Boyard will be offered to you.
Picnic to be packed in your bag.
The Saint-Étienne-de-Lugdarès APE is organizing a flower market with vegetable plants: a friendly moment to share!
To place an order, a voucher is available in various stores or at the tourist office.
On the occasion of the European Mill Days, come and discover the history of Lo Molin de Trespis, its operation and visit the museum of objects from yesteryear a stone's throw from the mill.
Come and find your summer job is aimed primarily at young people aged 16 to 30. It aims to raise awareness of the many job opportunities available in our region during the summer, to present job offers and to prepare applications.
Highlighting of Koichi Kurita's Terre Loire work from the Watershed line, by the artists of the Bazalt collective with dance, embroidery and cyanotype. In partnership with the Montagne d'Ardèche Community of Communes.
At the heart of F. VARINI's work on the Watershed, A Circle and a Thousand Fragments, let yourself be carried away by the artists of the Bazalt collective through their voices, writing, and landscape. Partnership with the Montagne d'Ardèche Community of Communes.
The Montagne d'Ardèche Community of Communes is offering a singing workshop led by Fenja Abraham: breathing as sound and rhythm through an Inuit breathing song, voice placement and a traditional Bulgarian song will be covered.
Caminol'ARTS Craft Festival. Come and discover the treasures of artisans for a weekend. You can take part in short or long workshops and leave with your creation. Sunday will end with the Plastikos clown show.
During Caminol'ARTS, the craft festival, enjoy a show by Plastikos, the punk and eco-friendly clown who will be emptying his trash. Ages 5 and up, no reservation required.
In the Boutières cirque, go with a Nature Hiking Guide to discover the marmots and other animals that inhabit our mid-mountains.
Come and stroll and buy pretty objects at the craft market at the Masméjean mill. Market organized by La Biasse du Moulin.
Experience a captivating performance where music meets the poetry of Franz Kafka in an enchanting recital.
Dive into the world of György Kurtág's "Kafka Fragments," an atypical and essential work that explores the author's correspondence.
The Langogne Municipal Library is offering a board game evening. Come discover the library's games and share your own with us over a drink and snack! Reservations are recommended!
The public school APE is organizing a pizza sale. Order forms are to be given to the school. This sale will be used to finance new projects for the students.
River and riverside cleanup along the Allier and Masméjean rivers. Gloves and garbage bags will be provided on site. Bring boots or sturdy shoes. Lunch will be served to participants, along with gifts for children.
Discover multi-technique fishing: fly, pole, and toc. Registration and permit required. Equipment provided. Afternoon organized by the AAPPMA of St Etienne de Lugdarès supervised by Thibaut Dupuy, Allier, Masméjean and Auradou pond. Ages 6 and up.
Three routes of increasing length and difficulty, starting from the village of La Rochette, on the trails of our high Boutières, at your own pace, alone or in a group.
The VIF association is offering an afternoon of "Shake Your Colors." The program includes customizing T-shirts, creating a giant mural, a color battle, and the traditional "Apéro'Zik" (Apéro'Zik).
As part of the Saint-Étienne-de-Lugdarès Teen Club program, a Pékin Express outing is offered to you: set off on a two-day bivouac adventure.
Picnic from the bag.
Discover the captivating rhythms of Argentina in Borée! Participate in a traditional music workshop, combining concerts and local folklore. An immersive cultural journey not to be missed! With Alfonso Pacin and Chloé Amiel.
As part of the Saint-Étienne-de-Lugdarès Teen Club program, a cultural outing will be offered to you.
Picnic from the bag.
The 8th edition of the Abbey Mountain Bike and Hiking Tour is a great way to get together and experience a fun, unforgettable, and friendly day of sport, in a fun and cheerful atmosphere. Looking to discover or rediscover the landscapes of the Ardèche plateau?
Help Andéol find his grandfather's treasure. Riddles and discovery of old-time professions in the village of Saint Etienne de Lugdarès. Participation flyers online or in stores. Duration in 1 or 2 days or in a week.
For everyone's pleasure, the APEL of the Coucouron private school is organizing a Color run. Festive 5km run or walk sprinkled with colored powder. Refreshment bar and catering on site. The profits will be used to finance student activities.
On the occasion of the thirtieth anniversary of the discovery of the Chauvet cave, the restaurant La Table, tout simplement offers you a conference meal on the fabulous frescoes of the volcanoes in Chauvet. Three speakers: engineer, geologist and mythologist.
Two magnificent choirs, "Chant'Aux Vents" and "Ebullition," led by professional choir directors Aloyse Brosse and Magali Brillault. Featuring repertoires of songs from around the world, come and enjoy a wonderful musical experience.
After a 1-hour 15-minute walk, discover Gloria Friedmann's Lighthouse, a work from the Watershed, with artists from the Bazalt collective. Dance, image, and resonance with the Lighthouse. In partnership with the Montagne d'Ardèche Community of Communes.
The youth committee invites you to taste delicious pizzas cooked in the ovens of Hubacs and Doulay.
The Coucouron Firefighters' Association invites you to a sporting event open to all: the third edition of the 6-a-side football tournament. Refreshments and food are available on site throughout the day. Registration required.
It's fishing time at Lake Auradou! Fishing is reserved for children under 16 (three catches allowed per angler). Everyone is welcome to share this friendly, family-friendly experience! Organized by the AAPPMA (French Association for the Protection of the Environment).
In front of Stéphane Thidet's work on the other side of the Watershed, the artists of the Bazalt collective will magnify the Chartreuse de Bonnefoy through dance, theater, and writing. In partnership with the Montagne d'Ardèche Community of Communes.
Every year, on the Ardèche or Haute-Loire side, Fin Gras is in the spotlight. AOP meals, farmers' and artisans' market, tasting stands, musical entertainment, games and shows for children, parade of animals and breeders...
On the banks of the Masméjean river, discover this old water mill restored in perfect working order. On site: exhibition on Renewable Energy.
The village of Borne welcomes cyclists for the Ardéchoise cyclists' refreshment stop. Refreshments are available in the village and at the Col du Bez. La Bourniquelle Association.
The festival committee offers a refreshment stand in the heart of the village for cyclists participating in the Ardéchoise.
The lake is the subject of new research aimed at better understanding its volcanic origin, determining its age and exploring sedimentary archives.
Find the course that suits you, from the most accessible to the most athletic. Dogs will be kept on a leash.
Come attend a choir class to see if you would be up for classes at the start of the school year!
Come attend a trumpet, cornet and tuba class to see if you would be up for lessons in the fall!
Come attend a street orchestra class to see if you'd be up for classes at the start of the school year!
Come attend a street orchestra class to see if you'd be up for classes at the start of the school year!
The ABCs of Astronomy show followed by a landscape reading. Then, an introduction to using telescopes and observing the starry sky with the naked eye. With "Read and Make Read. 25 Years of Shared Stories" from the FOL d'Ardèche.
As part of the 25th anniversary of "Lire et Faire Lire", follow the volunteer readers of Lire et Faire Lire Ardèche (Federation of Secular Works of Ardèche) on a stroll along the watershed, punctuated by readings of their favorites.
Concert by the Insomniaque group for the Fête de la Musique evening organized by the APE of the public school. Bar and aligot/sausages catering. The profits will be used to finance the students' activities.
The Mountain Music School, in collaboration with Par Monts et Tempo and ArtDéShow, is offering several concerts during the Music Festival. Come and enjoy a pleasant time with them. Refreshments and snacks are available on site. Open stage.
Introduction to Nordic walking, starting from Présailles on the Transcevenole to the Viaduc de la Recoumène (7km), Nordic walking poles will be provided by the ATCS, the guides hold a federal Nordic Walking certificate.
Able-bodied or disabled people, take part in this free hike on the theme of water sharing and this research project. 2 joelettes are available. Bring a picnic.
Come attend a choir class to see if you would be up for classes at the start of the school year!
Come attend a guitar lesson to see if you would be up for lessons at the start of the school year!
Aubenas Triathlon and Langogne Triathlon are joining forces to create a challenge that highlights triathlon and the taste of triple effort. The Issarlès Lake and Langogne Naussac triathlons are events that promise to be stimulating and enriching.
Come discover our producers! Cheeses, vegetables, honey, chestnuts, etc. There will be something for everyone !
3rd annual country music festival, 3 days of festivities. Western entertainment and dancing. Didier Beaumont, Fred Fassiaux, and Saillor Step will be present. Food and drinks will be available on site. Pitches for caravans and tents. Exhibitors will be present.
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Explore the plateau's raptors with Olivier Mathis, naturalist and mountain guide. Don't forget your binoculars! Ages 6 and up, 5 km distance, suitable footwear, water bottle, binoculars, and hat required. Registration required.
Beautiful sporting day, the morning of walking (10km) trail (20km) and mountain biking (20 and 40km) with refreshments, there will be something for all levels! In the afternoon, pétanque competition: Pierre DUVERT challenge. Grills at lunchtime, pancakes and refreshment bar.
During the summer, the village of Saint Martial offers a market on Sunday morning. Take advantage of this time to do your shopping.
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Priory and spatial management in the Middle Ages: a historical walk exploring St. Hilaire and the troubadour Perdigon, led by historian Elodie Blanc. Appropriate footwear, water bottle, and headgear are required. Minimum age: 6 years. Registration required.
There will be something for everyone and for all ages... in fact, 2 adult courses await you, as well as 3 races for children aged 6 to 12. Registration required.
Open-air cinema: D'Artagnan and the Blood of the Rebels. In 1670, in Ardèche, a peasant rebellion broke out. The musketeers and the King's soldiers murdered, raped, and killed to silence the anger of the people fighting against tax pressure.
Barbecue evening and Ardéchois concert, evening organized by the festival committee.
All day herbalist market, producers and artisans, events, concerts, exhibitions, visits, conferences, music, demonstrations, visit to the Clastre hort. Refreshment bar and catering on site.
The Saint Cirgues en Montagne festival committee is organizing a meal and a nice fireworks display. Booking is recommended.
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Discover a place known for its abundance of dragonflies, damselflies, and butterflies with Alain Ladet, a specialist on this subject and scientific director of FRAPNA. Waterproof boots or shoes, water bottle, headgear, minimum age 10. 5 km. Registration required.
The festival committee offers you a festive evening around a Paella meal. Remember to book!
Come discover forgotten treasures during the garage sale organized by the APE of the Coucouron private school. Profits for the benefit of student activities.
The association of rural seniors, life goes on, invites you to have a friendly time during their lottery. Many prizes to be won.
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How about an escape game in the great outdoors? Embark on an adventure with Arnaud. Appropriate footwear, water bottle, and headgear are required. Minimum age: 8 years. Distance: 3 km minimum. Registration required.
The Champ des Muses is an outdoor music festival featuring a variety of traditional and French songs in a beautiful setting. Workshops for children and adults are offered in the afternoons. Quality local food is served on site.
Sunset hike between Lake Coucouron and the Montlaur Cross. Bring a snack and appropriate clothing. Hike organized by ADDSNA. Registration required.
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With Olivier Mathis, mountain guide, set off to discover Lake Issarlès. What type of flora grows on the outskirts of this maar crater resulting from a phreatomagmatic eruption? And what wildlife benefits from these volcanic features?
Chambons Festival organized by the association for the preservation of the Chambons Abbey, lunch by reservation.
Summer ball organized by the youth committee with a pétanque competition, barbecues and fries.
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Thibaut Dupuy, fishing instructor and guide at the AAPPMA in Sainte Eulalie, offers a morning of discovery of fishing and aquatic wildlife. Waterproof boots or shoes, water bottle, and hat are required. Ages 8 and up (unaccompanied). 1 km. Registration required.
Come rediscover Gloria Friedman's The Lighthouse, a work from the Partage des Eaux art trail, from a new perspective. Sunset hike. Bring a snack and appropriate clothing. Hike organized by ADDSNA. Registration required.
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Suzy Laurans, LPO activity leader, invites you to a fun evening exploring bats, accompanied by a listening and observation outing. Appropriate footwear, warm clothing, water bottle, and flashlight are required. Minimum age: 6 years. Distance: 2 km. Registration required.
Come and discover forgotten treasures during the garage sale of the Trois petits fils association, one point that's all. At the same time, take advantage of the farmers market.
Kites from all over France and of all shapes will take off in the sky of Lachamp-Raphaël, for the pleasure of the eyes. All day long: Static flight and flight demonstration, Children's workshop, Market, Refreshments, Musical entertainment.
Langogne invites you to its funfair. On the program: pétanque tournament, garage sales, flower parade and carnival parade, fairground attractions, and spectacular fireworks to close the festivities.
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The flowery meadows of the Sensitive Natural Area await you. Accompanied by Béatrice Sauvignet, naturalist and tour guide, you'll learn to recognize them. Appropriate footwear, water bottle, and headgear are required. Minimum age: 6 years, minimum distance: 3 km. Registration required.
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Explore the heart of an ancient forest with mountain guide Olivier Mathis. Appropriate footwear, water bottle, binoculars, and headgear are required. Minimum age: 8 years. Distance: 4-6 km. Registration required.
Come enjoy a beautiful sunset at the Suc de La Lauzière. Sunset hike. Bring a snack and appropriate clothing. This hike is organized by the ADDSNA (National Association of Associations ...
Come and discover the signs of life in the forest, with Olivier Mathis, mid-mountain guide, investigating the heart of an ancient forest.
Come and stroll through the many fairground stalls for young and old. The football association and the youth committee organize 3 balls: Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Fireworks shot on Sunday evening at the lake. Monday petanque competition
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Climbing to the top of a volcano, what a dream! Olivier Mathis, mountain guide, invites you to discover the volcanic character of Cherchemuse. This Strombolian volcano will amaze you with the richness of its flora and fauna.
Come discover the mysteries of the Ardèche mountain skies with Olivier Arnulf. Appropriate footwear, water bottle, and warm clothing are required. Minimum age: 8 years. Distance: 2-3 km. Registration required.
Join us in Sainte-Eulalie for an unforgettable concert with Natacha Deschamps! A local cultural evening not to be missed. Come experience the music!
Petanque competition organized by the Issanlas festival committee. Refreshment bar and grills on site.
Come and wander through the stalls at the traditional Issarlès car boot sale! Search for that rare gem! Refreshments are available on site.
The La Bourniquelle association invites you to the Borne festival: mass in the church of Saint Sauveur, a glass of friendship, entertainment and meals by reservation.
Grand pétanque competition in mounted triples to close the Coucouron votive festival. Open to all.
Classical concert, with violin, piano and narrator. With Vladimir Nemtanu, first violin super-soloist of the Orchestre National de Bordeaux Aquitaine, Marc Brunel, piano and Pascal Ely, narrator and piano. Concert organized by Les amis d'Issarlès and ELAN.
Sunset hike between La Fontaulière and the Suc du Pal. Bring a snack and appropriate clothing. Hike organized by the ADDSNA (French Association for the Protection of Natural Disabilities). Registration required.
Classical dance-themed concert featuring violin, piano, and a narrator. Featuring Vladimir Nemtanu, first violin and super-soloist of the Orchestre National de Bordeaux Aquitaine, Marc Brunel, piano, and Pascal Ely, narrator and piano. Concert organized by ELAN.
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Come discover the mysteries of the Ardèche mountain skies with Gregory Jovignot. Appropriate footwear, water bottle, and warm clothing are required. Minimum age: 8 years. Distance: 2-3 km. Registration required.
A wonderful day of wood-themed activities. Numerous stalls and activities. Meals served on site.
Presentation of farm animals, farmers' market, garage sale, musical entertainment, on-site catering (lunch and dinner), dance, pancakes, refreshments, sale of pognes, visit to the barracks, raffle... A great day in prospect!
Village festival on the theme of the Liberation (1945). Various activities, refreshments and meals on site.
The festival committee organizes the village festival with a pétanque competition, a meal and a dance.
The Friends of Issarlès Association presents the trial: L'Auberge Rouge de Peyrebeille, based on the analysis of national archives by Mr. Thierry Boudignon and the writings of Mr. Jean-Marc Gardès. The public will decide the verdict by vote.
Classical music concert with sisters Hélène and Lucie Guéraud on violin and cello. Concert organized by the Sens et Sommets association.
A short walk of around 6km with several rest stops! 3 stops for reunions, meetings, and feasting!
Guided tour of the farm by the Liger association in the afternoon. The Federation of Traditional Music and Dance Workshops of Ardèche invites the Sorgues trio to the Ferme de Clastre. Reservations required (limited places).
Lovely concert at the Borne church with Colette Richard. Concert organized by La Bourniquelle.
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Along the way, you'll learn more about the plateau's landscapes, flora, and fauna. Appropriate footwear, water bottle, binoculars, and headgear are required. Minimum age: 8 years. Distance: 4-6 km. Registration required.
Whether you're passionate about sports, culture, or creative workshops, take advantage of this forum to learn about activities available in the Ardèche Mountains. During the day: sports and cultural demonstrations, refreshments, and snacks.
Come and discover hiking trails or mountain biking trails. Helmets are mandatory. Refreshments and food are available on site. A portion of the profits will be donated to the wards' charity.
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Autumn is the season of deer mating and rivalry. It's an opportunity to discreetly observe them and listen to their melancholic songs. Appropriate footwear, water bottle, and binoculars are required. Minimum age: 8 years. Distance: 4-6 km. Registration required.
Maôche Festival, the opportunity to celebrate this emblematic recipe. Producers' market, presence of brotherhoods, culinary demonstration by chefs, refreshment bar... Maôche competition (amateur, professional and schools). Meal with musical entertainment.
More than 120 exhibitors, producers and craftsmen await you at the mushroom and horse fair. Horses, farrier, saddlery, carriage rides, woodcarver, merry-go-round, wooden games, face painting, raffle. Meals by reservation.
Farmers' market for the Chestnut Festival. Come share a friendly moment in the village and enjoy a chestnut roast! Organized by La Bourniquelle.
A lovely, friendly evening under the heated marquee: a bowl of soup and bread to enjoy casually with family or friends!
A first, the committee invites you to share a maôche meal. Come and enjoy the conviviality in the heart of nature!
What does a donkey look like on Halloween? You can find out during an afternoon of games and socializing at Mas des ânes. Appropriate footwear, water bottle, and headgear are required. Minimum age: 6 years. Registration required.
The opportunity to buy the toys and clothes you need and sell those that will please others. Toy exchange organized by the APE of the Coucouron public school. Refreshments and snacks on site.
Events in the Ardèche Mountains: outings for all tastes
If there is one area in which the Ardèche Mountains never fail to impress, it is in terms of outings! Activities for young and old, suggestions for nature lovers and food enthusiasts alike... To organize your stay, discover the calendar of events in the Ardèche Mountains.
Fun and sporty outings: activities for all tastes and in all seasons
Summer and winter, the Ardèche Mountain activities catalogue is full of real treasures. The Croix de Bauzon resort, for example, offers an attractive local offer for families and groups on holiday. In addition to the 11 downhill ski slopes, additional activities are available, such as buoys, tubing, snooc, as well as a 50 m biathlon stadium. The little ones are not forgotten with a play area including a barefoot path, a fun-sports course and a small zip line.
The winter season is ideal for skiing, but also for snowshoeing, sledding or dog-sledding, and even learning how to build an igloo! Find these snow activities in the resorts of La Chavade and La Croix de Bauzon.
Spring and summer are good times to discover the region in a different way, so why not take part in heritage walks or an escape game with family or friends?
For the more athletic, trails and triathlons in the heart of the magnificent scenery of the Ardèche Mountains are real challenges. You can enjoy the landscapes of the Ardèche Mountains through different activities and nature outings such as hiking, Nordic walking or mountain biking.
Nature and heritage outings: hikes, visits and activities
Thanks to its natural sites and remarkable heritage, the Ardèche Mountains are full of events that will charm you in all seasons: hiking to discover the young volcanoes of Ardèche, the exceptional and preserved fauna and flora of the region, guided tour of the Mazan Abbey and the Chartreuse de Bonnefoy or discovery of the artistic trail of the Partage des Eaux.
On the fishing side, take advantage of the initiations offered in rivers or on lakes that will delight enthusiasts! On the know-how and local production side, in the summer, take part in thematic workshops around gastronomy and farm visits. The opportunity to discover and taste local dishes and meet those who produce and transform them.
Outings full of flavor: discovering Ardèche gastronomy and local produce
The Ardèche Mountains are a jewel of Ardèche gastronomy. Enjoy the many outings full of flavors thanks to our weekly markets, but also to many events around the specialties of the Mountain.
Don't miss the Maôche season, a typical dish made with cabbage and sausage meat that you find on the tables every autumn at many village festivals. Meals, concerts, and of course the unmissable Maôche competition that will crown the best Maôche cook for the current year, during the festival dedicated to him in Saint-Cirgues-en-Montagne.
At the same time and still in Saint-Cirgues-en-Montagne, if you are a fine gourmet, do not miss the Mushroom and Horse Fair: the opportunity to experience a moment of exchange, sharing and discovery on the famous producers and artisans market for short circuit purchases.
And who says autumn, says chestnut, and in the Ardèche Mountains it is synonymous with Castagnades! These festivals, dedicated to the cultivation and cooking of chestnuts, take place every year, from mid-October to mid-November in different Ardèche towns, but it is at the end of October that you can enjoy these tastings in Saint-Laurent-les-Bains-Laval-d'Aurelle. On the program, entertainment, meals, producers' market and the emblematic chestnut roasts!
In June, the AOP Fin Gras du Mézenc is in the spotlight! This beef from oxen and heifers raised on hay and grass in the Mézenc region is available from February to June only in traditional butchers. Since its creation in 1996, the Fête de l'AOP Fin Gras has brought together an entire region around a unique know-how during which animal parades, themed walks, a market, tastings, musical entertainment and various activities will enchant the public.
Friendly and festive outings: not to be missed
For cultural and festive outings, there are a few unmissable dates to include in your diary, starting with Heritage Days, Mill Day, Music Festival, Pink October, Halloween and New Year's Eve.
But what would summer be without July 14th and the traditional fireworks of the votive festivals? And because votive festivals rhyme with pétanque, don't miss the pétanque competitions in the various villages during the summer. The events calendar also includes many balls and festivals, the most popular of which are the Coucouron ball and the festivals D' la Joie sous les Lampions, the Champ des Muses, but also Les Nuits des Monts.
Throughout the year, the area is full of enthusiasm for its friendly events such as belote competitions, bingo, cinema sessions and also plays. And for bargain hunters, there are of course the garage sales and flea markets... Not forgetting, at the end of the year, the long-awaited Christmas markets!
For ideas for outings, for a weekend or a day, the Montagne d'Ardèche is teeming with varied activities, all year round, to discover through its calendar. Do you want a change of scenery? The Montagne d'Ardèche is the place for meetings and events where the values of the Ardèche will surprise you.
