PREPARE YOUR NATURE WEEKEND: DIVE INTO THE HEART OF AUTHENTICITY
The weekend is approaching and the call of nature is being felt in France. Between the rustling of the woods, the captivating scent of French forests and the irresistible desire for an unusual getaway, the temptation is great to escape.
🧳Preparing for your nature weekend means treating yourself to a breath of fresh air, a beneficial break in the heart of sumptuous landscapes, between green parks and magical nights under the stars.
Immersing yourself in the heart of nature for a stay of a few days offers an escape where each moment delights in a unique atmosphere. Between walks in the forest, nights lulled by the murmur of the leaves and unusual discoveries along the paths, each moment is written like an enchanted parenthesis. This immersion in the heart of nature in France has surprises and unusual experiences in store that will forever mark your weekend.
Preparing your nature weekend also means anticipating discoveries in the heart of wooded settings, where the natural park becomes the scene for unforgettable adventures. Follow the guide to unearth the hidden secrets, the remote corners where the magic happens. Between preparation and excitement, your stay promises to be a true ode to nature, an escapade where time stops to give way to wonder.
NATURE WEEKEND IDEAS IN ARDECHE
WANT TO DISCOVER LA DOLCE VIA BY NIGHT BIKE ? WE TELL YOU EVERYTHING !
When the call of nature combines with the desire for a memorable weekend, cycling on the Dolce Via in the dead of night reveals itself as an exceptional invitation to the heart of the unusual. Imagine: at nightfall, lulled by the song of birds and the crunch of your bike tires on the road, the Dolce Via is totally unusual !
This is the promise that a stay during 🚲Ardèche Gravel. makes you. To go even further into the unusual, load your bikes into an authentic steam locomotive for part of the route. When you arrive, no hotel room awaits you! You spend the night snuggled up in bales of straw before being served by the Maisons Marcon (great chef 3⭐) for an exceptional breakfast! (Bikes can spend the night in the barn with you 😊)
It is useless to tell you that on this occasion no view will be offered to you! Your other senses will be even more stimulated! And to discover the views you will have to come back and spend another stay with us :)
This nature weekend by bike promises an unusual and unique immersion, a parenthesis where the night becomes an accomplice to your dreams of escape.
🚨It’s only one weekend a year, don’t miss it! 🚨
📞 Need advice in this area? Contact the Tourist Office. Our team will be able to advise you on the best hotel or the best room suited to your needs and desires for an incredible stay.
DO YOU WANT TO TAKE THE FULL VIEW? THIS IS WHERE IT HAPPENS !
At the heart of our hikes in the 🌳forest, wonder takes on a new dimension. If you long for breathtaking panoramic views, mysterious woods, winding trails through the wilderness, then prepare yourself for an adventure where every step reveals a breathtaking picture. These exceptional views are accessible on foot, by bike and even sometimes by car! So you have no reason not to take advantage of it; France offers itself to you!
🧭Our trails through the forest guide you towards unique panoramas, where the majesty of the trees mixes with breathtaking views of the Monts d'Ardèche Regional Natural Park and the flow of water from the different 💧rivers which will mark your bike ride. Let yourself be seduced by the magic of a walk in the forest, where each clearing, each corner of water, becomes the pretext for a contemplative break that fills our hearts and minds with unforgettable memories.
Observe; listen! The crystalline reflections in the rivers whisper stories, while the century-old trees reveal secrets.
🏞️ Link to the most beautiful views of Ardèche 🏞️
📞 Need advice in this area? Contact the Tourist Office. Our hiking and cycling expert will be able to give you his best advice for a nature weekend with breathtaking views!
SURPRISE YOUR TRIBE: THIS WEEKEND BUILD A HEDGEHOG HEAT IN THE HEART OF THE FOREST!
For an even more unusual stay experience, why not venture into building a hedgehog hut in the heart of the woods of the Monts d'Ardèche Regional Natural Park ? Glean a few pieces of wood, leaves and other pine cones or stones to build an ideal refuge cabin for our friends 🦔 the hedgehogs! Between communion with nature and connection with the forest, this fun and educational activity surprises your children and offers a touch of originality to your hike. Imagine our hedgehogs, at nightfall, observing the stars from their cabin improvised by you, to the soothing sound of the surrounding nature. We almost want to swap our hotel room for this cabin, don’t we? An unforgettable activity in the heart of the forest, where wonder combines with the unusual to create memorable memories in the minds of our little ones.
To your cabins! ⛺
📞 Need advice in this area? Contact the Tourist Office.
We won't be able to help you build your hedgehog cabin in the woods but we can help you prepare your stay for an unusual family weekend !
BIKE IN THE WOODS AND BY THE WATER: A NATURAL ROUTE WITH ENCHANTED VIEWS
If the idea of 🚲pedaling through strikingly beautiful natural settings appeals to you, then our cycling route in the woods and by the water promises an adventure that combines rejuvenation and stimulation. Immerse yourself in the soothing shade of the trees, let yourself be lulled by the gentle melody of the waterways, and discover an experience that transports you to the very heart of nature, where each pedal stroke becomes a unique sensory exploration.
Our trails wind through lush forests, offering an incomparable visual spectacle with every turn of the wheel. ☀️ The play of light through the foliage creates an enchanting dance, while the woody fragrances that fill the air awaken your senses. Every turn reveals a new perspective, a view that invites contemplation, inviting you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty around you.
Our bike routes open the doors to unique panoramas, where the majesty of the trees mixes with the freshness of the rivers, and where the tranquility of the Monts d'Ardèche Regional Natural Parkcreates a harmonious balance. As you walk, every glance has a surprise in store: a clearing bathed in light, a crystal-clear watering hole, or unobstructed views of breathtaking forest landscapes.
Take our carefully mapped trails to experience a cycling adventure that subtly combines the pleasure of pedaling with the discovery of preserved nature. Prepare to be amazed at every turn, where cycling becomes the ideal way to explore woods and tranquil watersides. This unique experience will remain engraved in your memory, and to discover our entire cycling offer, click here.
📞 Need advice in this area? Do not hesitate to contact the Tourist Office.
We are here to make your nature trip as exceptional as possible.
PICNIC IN A PARK
Enjoying a picnic in the charming parks of the Pays de Lamastre is an experience as simple as it is effective, transforming an outdoor meal into an unforgettable moment. Imagine yourself, surrounded by lush nature, at the edge of the water of a murmuring river, tasting 💯% local products, carefully gleaned from the market. With a few tips, this moment becomes not only tasty but also truly unusual.
🚨Choose your park carefully🚨
👉Seignobos Park: this park is the heart of the town of Lamastre. And yet, despite its location in the heart of the city, it is perfectly calm and peaceful! Completely secure for the comfort of parents who can let the children run around in the park. An unusual watering hole is nestled in the heart of where fish live in the water🐟!
👉Descours Park / Arboretum: this park is slightly out of the way but it is worth the detour. It is equipped with dozens of bird houses and nesting boxes of all kinds! Unusual, no?
👉Parc Fornate: at the entrance to the characterful village of Désaignes it is the ideal place to have lunch with the family before venturing into the village! Did you want something unusual? In the park there is a longship! 🚢
👉Parc du Balcon du Doux: This is why its breathtaking view is breathtaking! More essential than unusual, it will seduce you with its general tranquility and its play park 🛝 for children.
👉Play parks: they are real must-haves for our little ones! In the area you will find many play parks so whatever the program you will always find a slide or a play hut to satisfy a child who remains hungry 😉
🚨Choose your picnic carefully🚨
💯% France, 💯% Ardèche, 💯% good!
Take on the challenge of a perfect picnic basket thanks to markets, local shops and visits to local producers. In the field of eating well in Ardèche, we excel! 😋
👉Tasting in an unusual way: Let yourself be surprised by the flavors in a new way, by venturing to taste the dishes blindfolded, thus amplifying each sensation.
On a picnic, combine the charm of the parks, the freshness of the water, and the tranquility of the woods to create a moment in the heart of nature, an unusual break that remains engraved in the memory of your stay. Prepare to experience a weekend where every bite is a discovery, every place a green setting, and every moment, a treasure at the heart of your stay in France.
📞 Need advice in this area? Do not hesitate to contact the Tourist Office.
We are here to help you make the right choices of park and gourmet food for a perfect weekend!
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FAQ
👉For my stay in France, how do I come from Belgium?
🚗From Belgium you can go to Lamastre via the A6. It will take 8️⃣ hours of driving between Belgium and Ardèche in France.
From Belgium it is entirely possible to get to Lamastre by train.
🚆From Belgium you will arrive at the Valence TGV station (France). You will need to take a bus Valence (France) – Tournon, then Tournon – Lamastre.
Welcome to France!
👉How can I not end my stay in a cabin?
For a perfect stay filled with calm and serenity, even if you're looking for an unusual experience, there's no question of getting into trouble with the police and ending up in a cabin! Some little tips:
👉We respect the French highway code (even if we come from Belgium 😉)
👉We respect calm at night at the hotel and at the campsite
👉We respect the forest, we don't pick flowers and we don't collect chestnuts!
👉We drink water (obviously!)
👉We pick up trash in public parks
And if you really want to end your weekend in a cabin, we advise you to spend the night in the cabins at the Retourtour camping. They are not tree houses but they will amaze you during your weekend in France! Much better than the hotel.
👉Are the hotels family-friendly with spacious accommodation options and children’s facilities?
Our rural territory only offers one hotel: « L’hôtel les Négociants ». This hotel has family rooms and baby equipment. It is a comfortable hotel which unfortunately does not offer a spa service.
The entire accommodation offer for your stay can be found here:
🗣️ The Tourist Office team can advise you on finding the guest room that meets your needs.
However, if you are looking for a comfortable room with a spa and an exceptional view, we recommend La Ferme d’Edouard. This accommodation and its incredible spa will seduce you so that your unusual stay is close to perfection!
In the area of accommodation, the entire offer can be found here: