CLOSE TO THE GEORGES DE L'ARDECHE 25 km from an exceptional site the Cave of the Arc d'Arc World Heritage Site is open to visitors.
The Mediterranean Ardèche rustling sound of cicadas in summer, is the land of flavors, among olive mills and grape varieties. For thrill seekers and fans of water sports and climbing, the gorges of the Ardèche and the Chassezac valley offer a magnificent setting in which the ark of Vallon Pont d'Arc is the postcard more known. You can also admire the mysterious Païolive Forest, the exhibition dedicated to the famous Chauvet cave, the splendours of Orgnac and its adjacent cavities.
Think outside the box! The Ardèche is full of fun activities for reconnecting with a wild, unspoiled and lush ... Here life disconnects urban territories. Mountains, valleys, gorges, plains, lakes and rivers, woods, plateaus and ridge lines: the reliefs and the great outdoors of the Ardeche make this area a paradise for nature recreation.
Caving, canoeing, hiking, tree climbing, climbing, cycling, air sports, canyoning ... The adventure sized for who wants to cut the world time a sporting holiday in the Ardèche! Truth, beauty and scenery are the hallmarks of this country with a thousand facets and leisure activities ...
In Ardeche, nature is wild and sovereign. She has shaped the landscape and the men who were able to adapt without ever confront it, leaving them a legacy of spectacular and sublime sites they offer share.
Rivers, lakes, canyons, mountain ranges, steep cliffs, HYPERLINK "" secret caves sweet valleys, are some of the jewels that constitute the grand and privileged setting of all HYPERLINK "" sports and nature recreation, whatever your desires and your level, it is up to everyone, small and large, to ensure their preservation and their durability, conditions of their accessibility.
Located 8 km from the medieval town of Joyeuse Planzolles is composed of several hamlets occupying all the slopes of the ridge road that leads to Saint Laurent les Bains and Lozère. Beautiful scenery available to the eye. We quickly seized by a feeling of peace and serenity. The scenery is guaranteed. The numerous marked trails allow hikes through the forest in the valleys or ridges. The diversity of these walks starts walking at all including toddlers. ATV and quad enthusiasts can satisfy their passions in the many paths through the region. Farmers cultivate the vine for generations. The cellar of Lablachère is very successful and provides good wines. Chestnuts are the subject of a particular cult and collection is done with care and ends with a gathering of all the villagers around a 'castagnade' (roasted chestnuts) late in the season. The location of olive grows much. The oil is extracted in neighboring villages where the mills are in full swing in the season. These mills sell olive oil and derivatives. There is also to Planzolles sheep farmers (over 200 animals) and a traditional meat producer. On the town square, a country inn welcome tourists and offers guides and information. Planzolles is a very friendly town where people are warm and welcoming. They like to meet and party (castagnade, lottery, contest Belote, St. John's Day). The traditional annual village festival takes place on August 15. It consists of a boules competition, raffle. Gastronomy and local products Ardèche: Ardèche The kitchen has drawn inspiration from rural life in this department. The eating is the watchword.
The two basic elements of the Ardèche kitchen have been for a very long chestnuts and potatoes. Chestnut gave birth firstly to excellent chestnut cream, which for decades flies the flag of the Ardèche worldwide but also to glazed chestnuts, developed from the larger sweet and candied chestnuts of department. All the villages are partying around "roasted" or castagnades.
The potato is used in two typical dishes Ardèche: Creek and bombine.
Many dishes from old recipes are important in the Ardèche kitchen (famous stomachs)
Quality wines such as Merlot, Viognier ....
Caves LABLACHERE, ROSIERES, ...
PLANZOLLES: refining picodon - Sales to individuals.
With the seasons, appear the famous porcini Ardèche