Exploring and Activities

Welcome to the Jeunes Volcans d’Ardèche in the Cévennes
Nature and simplicity Calm and relaxation Fragrance and water Authenticity

... for you to explore ... water, rock, volcanoes ...

  • The region of the "jeunes volcans d’Ardèche" : Aizac, Jaujac, the Ray-Pic waterfall
  • The Ardèche mountains : lakes, volcanic landscapes, mountain peaks (Mt Gerbier)
  • Places of interest : ancient castles, Roman roads, basalt lava flows, the famous farm terraces (faysses) with their low stone walls ..., cobblestone paths, rustic water channels and the omnipresent sweet chestnut : king of the region's trees!
  • Antraigues sur Volane : a picturesque village with its market featuring regional produce !
  • Vals les Bains : spa town, public gardens, casino and twilight market !

For more details, visit : "Aubenas Vals Antraigues" Tourist Office

For you to do ...

  • A variety of sporting activities : fishing, rock climbing, caving, via ferrata, off-road cycling, canyoning, refreshing bathing places, tennis, kayak, hang gliding... and even winter skiing at the "Croix de Bauzon" !
  • But here, you are first and foremost in a hiker's paradise surrounded by unspoiled nature : whether you want to travel by foot, horseback, bicycle, donkey...

    Walking : Whichever of the many waymarked or non-waymarked trails you decide to take, we will be delighted to lend you IGN maps and a variety of regional guides… or guide you ourselves!
    You can also sequence a number of walks while returning to "base" every evening or follow the brand new GRP (long-distance path) des Hautes Cévennes d’Ardèche (waymarked by us) : a round trip of 4 or 5 days! With a few major climbs and descents !!!
    Do you need to put together an à-la-carte trip or arrange for luggage transport ? That's not a problem! Just call us !

    Cyclists : You, too, will love the countryside and the challenging ascents ! We are members of the "ARDECHOISE" Charter and provide accommodation for the famous cycling tour : L'Ardéchoise

  • Walkers and cyclists : dinner is always available for you! And, on request, a packed lunch can also be prepared for you !

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