At 10 km from the campsite, discover Balazuc, a small village in the Ardèche region labeled Les Plus Beaux Villages de France. Balazuc is a charming stage of your stay in Ardeche which will seduce the amateurs of history and old stones.
Overlooking the Ardèche, this village of Ardéchois character, former stronghold of the “Lords of Balazuc” has kept many traces of its medieval past. Stroll through the authentic winding streets lined with old stone houses and beautiful arches. Take advantage of your stay in Balazuc to discover the history of the village and visit the 11th century castle.
Linger for a while in front of the church of Vogüé, a remarkable Romanesque church fortified during the religious wars. The admirably well-preserved monument is lined with a nave with a Provençal-type bell tower, known as a “comb bell”, topped by a bell tower.
The tower is open to the public and offers to the curious who venture to the top of the bell tower, a quite splendid panorama.
Balazuc is a very popular tourist stopover for vacationers. Every summer, many events and parties are organized there. You can eat on the terrace and visit the house of potters and other craftsmen who exhibit many objects of art crafts, pottery, jewelry and products of the Ardèche region