Blog of the Cévennes d'Ardèche Tourist Office

Secret hikes, good addresses, unusual experiences… This blog is an open door to the Cévennes d’Ardèche and all its riches. Good deals, portraits of enthusiasts, new features and getaway ideas will punctuate these pages to inspire your next adventures.

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Outdoor sports

Top 5 mountain biking spots

From luminous landscapes to rugged peaks, from secret woods to hilltop hamlets, the Cévennes d'Ardèche are ideally explored by mountain bike. Whether you're a beginner, a fan of family outings, or a fan of technical challenges, more than 615 km of marked trails invite you to explore the region's natural and cultural richness. We reveal the spots...

By Marlène, June 17, 2025

Reading time: 1 min.

Roaming
Slow tourism

What to pack in your backpack for a hiking trip?

Packing your backpack for a hike in the Cévennes d'Ardèche is like forging your own path through unspoiled, wild nature. But between the desire to pack everything and the need to travel light, making the right choice can quickly become a headache. Follow our tips for creating a practical, well-balanced bag...

By Célia, June 16, 2025

Reading time: 6 min.

With children
Outdoor sports

Best easy hikes with children in the Cévennes d'Ardèche

Looking for a breath of fresh air with your family? There's nothing like a short hike to discover nature, have fun walking, and spark children's curiosity. In the Cévennes d'Ardèche, several trails are perfectly suited to young walkers: short distances, little elevation gain, fun loops, viewpoints, and original discoveries. Here are 5 ideas...

By Célia, June 13, 2025

Reading time: 7 min.

Slow tourism
Terroir

5 good reasons to come to the Cévennes d’Ardèche in June

The month of June has a special charm: the days are getting longer, the sun is shining generously, and the Cévennes d'Ardèche are coming alive with a gentle yet vibrant energy. The villages are ready to welcome the banners, the café terraces and country bistros are ready for moments of conviviality. It's…

By Marlène, June 12, 2025

Reading time: 3 min.

With children
revelry

June in the Cévennes d’Ardèche – The month that sets the pace!

The sun is here, the days are getting longer, summer is approaching... and the region is buzzing with excitement! The month of June is an explosion of energy, with festivals, sporting challenges, and joyful moments to be experienced to the fullest. In an exceptional natural setting, come celebrate this real surge of energy before summer,...

By Laurie, June 09, 2025

Reading time: 3 min.

With children
Artistic creation

A Spring of unforgettable festivities in the Cévennes d’Ardèche

When spring arrives in the Cévennes d'Ardèche, nature blooms and the villages come alive. Between Ascension Day and Pentecost, the region becomes the setting for cultural events celebrating authenticity, creativity, and conviviality. It's the perfect time to (re)discover a destination on a human scale, committed to responsible and welcoming tourism. 🎬 Joyeuse Escale -…

By Laurie, May 23, 2025

Reading time: 4 min.

Cultural heritage

A Night of Museums like no other in the Cévennes d’Ardèche

Every year in May, the European Night of Museums promises some wonderful surprises in the Cévennes d'Ardèche. This year, two of the region's iconic museums—Castanea in Joyeuse and the Musée des Vans—open their doors for an evening filled with sharing, music, and encounters. See the program Two museums, two atmospheres,…

By Laurie, May 15, 2025

Reading time: 4 min.

With children
Outdoor sports

5 ideas for activities to do during the long weekends

The warm weather is here, and with it, the spring long weekends! Why not take advantage of them to escape to the Cévennes d'Ardèche? Whether you're more of an adrenaline junkie, a nature lover, or looking for peace and quiet and panoramic views, here are 5 ideas for activities to try during the long weekends – with family,…

By Célia, on April 24, 2025

Reading time: 2 min.

With children

5 family activities this spring in the Cévennes d’Ardèche

Want to get some fresh air and experience simple, joyful moments in the great outdoors? Spring is the perfect season to explore the Cévennes d'Ardèche with your family. Nature is awakening, rivers are flowing, buds are bursting, and trails are beckoning. Here are 5 ideas for family activities: fun, educational, and more.

By Célia, on April 11, 2025

Reading time: 2 min.

Terroir

From Farm to Farm in the Cévennes d'Ardèche: discovering local expertise

Every year at the end of April, the Cévennes d'Ardèche invite you to an event like no other. "From Farm to Farm" is an invitation to discover those who cultivate our region with passion. 🐐 An event committed to responsible tourism For a spring weekend, head off to the…

By Célia, on April 08, 2025

Reading time: 4 min.

With children
Outdoor sports

The Renard Cave, the perfect family hike

Imagine a family day out, far from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, in a secret place where the air is fresh and nature seems to whisper its secrets. Welcome to the Grotte du Renard, a hidden treasure in the heart of the Cévennes d'Ardèche, perfect for a family getaway. An adventure where children will have their eyes wide open and where…

By Laurie, Feb 21, 2025

Reading time: 6 min.

With children
Slow tourism

Workshop: Create your plantable card

Nature dazzles us with its colors in every season: from the shimmering autumn leaves to the bright spring. Creating a plantable card is both a fun and eco-friendly activity, allowing you to recycle paper while offering an original gift. Once planted, these cards reveal flowers or…

By Laurie, Feb 21, 2025

Reading time: 2 min.

Cultural heritage
Slow tourism

Montselgues and its unsuspected treasures

Nestled in the heart of the Cévennes d'Ardèche, Montselgues is a gem perched at an altitude of 1 metres, offering visitors a journey through time. This authentic village seduces with its exceptional natural heritage and breathtaking landscapes. Between exploring the great outdoors, committing to responsible tourism and seeking enriching experiences, Montselgues…

By Laurie, Feb 21, 2025

Reading time: 7 min.

Cultural heritage

Top 5 villages in Cévennes d’Ardèche that have character!

It is the witness of a thousand-year-old local history. The personality of this village has been forged through its two districts. The district of the church, whose pointed bell tower catches the eye from the plain, echoes the district called "the Fort" perched on a rocky peak facing due south. Formerly a medieval castle town, we find there, after a maze of alleys, the remains of a…

By Célia, on Feb 21, 2025

Reading time: 7 min.

Terroir

Ardèche caillette with chestnuts

Caillette ardéchoise is an emblematic dish of the region, reflecting the rich gastronomic heritage of Ardèche. This small pâté, whose recipe is passed down from generation to generation, embodies conviviality and local know-how. Each family has its own version, adding a personal touch to this traditional specialty. Preparation steps Preheat the…

By Marlène, February 21, 2025

Reading time: 2 min.

Terroir

Chestnut Pie

In the Cévennes d'Ardèche, the chestnut is much more than just a fruit: it is a true symbol of the local culinary heritage. Cultivated for centuries on these lands, it has long been an essential resource for the inhabitants. Even today, it is at the heart of many traditional recipes, including the famous chestnut tart,…

By Marlène, February 21, 2025

Reading time: 3 min.

Outdoor sports

Permanent trail routes

Since their introduction in 2021, the trail courses in the Cévennes d'Ardèche continue to attract fans of running in the great outdoors. Accessible all year round, these marked routes offer varied challenges suitable for all levels, from beginner runners to experienced trail runners. https://youtu.be/SQoy7pD-8gA?si=sM4bekwtaoEWoPWS An exceptional playground The Cévennes d'Ardèche offer…

By Célia, on Feb 20, 2025

Reading time: 2 min.

Terroir

Chestnut festivals in Ardèche: the chestnut festival, an ode to the land!

Autumn in Ardèche is a magical season, marked by the transformation of landscapes and the arrival of an unmissable event: the Castagnades. These chestnut festivals, organized in various Ardèche villages, celebrate this emblematic fruit of the region and offer a unique opportunity to delve into local traditions throughout the territory of the Regional Natural Park of…

By Célia, on Feb 19, 2025

Reading time: 4 min.

Roaming
Slow tourism

GR® de Pays: Tour du Tanargue, 4 days of pure disconnection!

Set off for 4 days of pure disconnection on the Tour du Tanargue! A preserved territory The GR de Pays le Tour du Tanargue® takes you to the heart of the Monts d'Ardèche Regional Natural Park. This wild and contrasting territory of the Cévennes d'Ardèche is a real reservoir of biodiversity and offers a beautiful…

By Célia, on Feb 18, 2025

Reading time: 3 min.

Cultural heritage

Ardèche land of dolmens

The Cévennes d'Ardèche are the cradle of an exceptional megalithic heritage. Among these ancestral treasures, the dolmens stand as silent witnesses to a thousand-year-old history, offering visitors a fascinating journey to the heart of the rites and beliefs of the first human communities in the region. But what is a dolmen? A dolmen is a room…

By Célia, on Feb 18, 2025

Reading time: 3 min.

Roaming
Slow tourism

GR® de Pays: The Cévenol

The Cévenol is one of those hiking routes that seem to want to remain secret, living in the shadow of the big "stars" of roaming where most walkers are crammed. However, it is one of the most beautiful walking trips in the heart of the Cévennes d'Ardèche that I have ever had the chance to make. A wonderful adventure through wild and confidential valleys,…

By Célia, on Nov 19, 2024

Reading time: 18 min.

Photo Polinno ©J.Allègre OT Cévennes d'Ardèche

Artistic creation

Spotlight: Polinno, an innovative third place for arts and crafts in Joyeuse

The Polinno, located in the heart of the Communauté de communes du Pays Beaume-Drobie at the Trait d'Union in Joyeuse (a place named by the local population), opens its doors and offers new perspectives for local artists and craftsmen. This third place, the result of cooperation with the neighboring communities of communes of Pays des Vans in…

By Laurie, Nov 19, 2024

Reading time: 4 min.

Outdoor sports

Hiking weekend – Our top 8

Welcome to the soothing world of the “nature weekend”! If you are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life for a hiking weekend, to immerse yourself in the raw beauty of nature, you are in the right place. Let me guide you through the winding paths of picturesque routes, where every step is an invitation to adventure.…

By Marlène, on Nov 15, 2024

Reading time: 6 min.

Authors

Celia

Originally from Gravières, I grew up at the foot of the Serre-de-Barre, considering the Nassier, the Pontière or the Pont de Gravières almost as a natural extension of my garden! Since the beginning of 2025, I have joined the Tourist Office with an obvious mission: to explore the villages, the landscapes, the fauna and the flora… but above all to meet those who bring our territory to life – inhabitants, artisans, passionate producers. Between gourmet tastings, sometimes unexpected paths and unusual discoveries, my goal is to highlight all the richness of our beautiful region. Through my adventures and my stories – sometimes epic, always passionate –, I hope to transmit my love for the Cévennes d'Ardèche, to make people want to explore them differently…

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Laurie

Born in Ardèche, I have always been amazed by the richness of its nature, its fauna, its flora and its preserved landscapes. My journey took me to Lyon to study communication and business, before spending ten years between the Alps and Ardèche, while exploring the world to discover its wonders. Finally, it is in the South Ardèche, in the heart of my roots, that I chose to settle down. My position at the Tourist Office allows me to combine my passion for this territory that I cherish and about which I always learn more, my connection with tourism since the beginning of my career and my desire to raise awareness among visitors about the beauty and preservation of this unique environment.

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Marlene

As a local, for my part leaving Ardèche at the end of my studies was not an option. Curious, spontaneous and bubbly, I am very attached to my department. My Cévennes roots probably have a lot to do with it! Living and working in the Cévennes d'Ardèche was obvious to me. The sense of contact, listening, empathy, enthusiasm, expertise, have a common meaning. The Cévennes d'Ardèche, a beautiful territory for sale that I know almost like the back of my hand. A territory with character, relief, faults, wounds, passionate and exciting men and women. A real authenticity that I have tried to transmit for 20 years at the reception desk at the tourist office. From physical reception to digital reception... In the 2000s, the Web revolutionized the world of work and has especially not spared the tourism sector. In 2010, I decided to take the digital turn, to train myself and deepen my knowledge by following a training course as a Digital Territory Animator. A real revelation for me. New skills, new missions, a new impetus that gave me the desire to continue training and obtain the title of Digital Project Manager in 2018. My missions are varied and no two days are the same: animating the website, producing content to feed the social networks and the Blog (photos, articles, graphics, etc.), supporting tourism professionals in digital by training them in online booking tools, administering the digital terminals and the hiking portal, providing after-sales service and fixing small and large computer bugs (Ah, the mysteries of IT!!), not to mention continuing education and monitoring to stay in the crazy digital race! Opportunities, encounters, challenges, determination... my career is such that if I had to do it again, I wouldn't hesitate for a second!

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