What’s happening in Ardèche

Exhibition “Belles bêtes” – information

Animal art past and present.
There are similarities between the animal representations of Paleolithic artists
by photographer Guillaume Mazille.
The confrontation of these views is at the heart of the exhibition Belles bêtes !

The Villeneuve-de-Berg media library is organizing a musical nap!
This event is accessible to all audiences.

Concert in the church with the female vocal ensemble “Les Bouches Rouges”.

Discover the the Château of Aubenas during the European Archeology Days ! On the programme: Guided tours around the archeology !

The exhibition features works by Thierry Le Saëc, focusing on his recent work as a painter/plastician.
In keeping with his work as an engraver, prints by his friend Loïc le Groumellec will also be presented.

Cleopatra had just lost Egypt to Rome. At the same time, on the other side of the Mediterranean, the Roman Empire was developing its power over former Gallic territory and founding Alba, capital of the Helvians.

Roxanne invites you to discover modelling and passes on her knowledge of ceramics in 5-session sessions.
Accessible by registration only.

Starting May 1, Le Château is delighted to launch a summer season steeped in the spirit of dreams. Four exhibitions celebrate the unique worlds of four artists from different generations.

Exhibition of Paintings and Watercolors
I am primarily a watercolorist, but I practice the dry watercolor technique, which allows me to achieve a clean and precise result.

The Villeneuve-de-Berg media library is organizing an exhibition suitable all audiences.

Concert with the Jastres Choir

The Association for the Preservation of the Jastres Plateau is organizing a guided tour of the Jastres Plateau.
Discover a fascinating site where history and nature intertwine!
Length: about 2 hours.

French film (0h56) by Sophie Roze, Pierre-Luc Granjon, Alfredo Soderguit
Ages 3 and up
A program of short films about the joy of being together. Followed by an activity: a hands-on activity to take home an object from the film.

The La Pinède Social and Cultural Center offers a walk starting from the Ô Point Commun community center.
Bring a bottle of water, hiking shoes, and a hat!

Invitation to the opening of the Art Exhibition which will take place from June 17 to 22

Come and enjoy a fun and friendly time, with family and friends.
At your disposal a variety of games suitable for all ages!
All audiences, in partnership with the games library of the sociocultural center.
Without reservation.

Roxanne invites children to discover pottery and modelling over 5 sessions. It’s all about sensations and experimentation.
Registration required.

French film (1h42) by Grégory Magne, with Valérie Donzelli, Frédéric Pierrot, Mathieu Spinosi

Let’s celebrate Music Day in St Maurice d’Ibie !
Featuring Christopher Giroud, who plays soul, reggae, and pop.
Refreshments and snacks.

Want to recharge your batteries, take a break from the hectic daily life, take some time for yourself, discover the nature that surrounds us ?
Free outing open to the public, young adults, students, and adults.
Limited places and registration required.

Concert at the restaurant Chez Charly as part of the music festival with Orens Zoumenou “Afro, Pop, Jazz”

Concert at the Les Arches campsite in St Jean le Centenier.
If you would like to dine at the restaurant, please make a reservation.
Open to non-campsite guests.

The Villeneuve-de-Berg media library is organizing an exhibition-investigation game “Who Cooled Lemaure?”
In partnership with the Ardèche Departmental Media Library.
Duration: 45mn.
All ages, ages 10 and up.

The presenter will introduce us to the challenges facing water, the planet, and the Ardèche watershed.
Then it’s time for practical exercises: we’ll discover techniques for saving water in the garden.
Maximum capacity: 20 people
Registration required

Concert at the Les Arches campsite in St Jean le Centenier.
If you would like to dine at the restaurant, please make a reservation.
Open to non-campsite guests.

France Services offers this digital workshop by registration.
Please note: limited capacity (approximately 5 people).

50 m. underground, discover the finest cuvées of the Vignerons Ardéchois, including Grand Aven, appellation Côte du Vivarais, aged in the most spectacular cellar in Ardèche: Aven d’Orgnac, discovered exactly 90 years ago by R. de Joly!

The Debussy Quartet have been behind ‘Les Cordes en ballade’ Chamber Music Festival for 20 years to bring together world-famous musicians and artists from all walks of life.

Summer tours of Pradel allow you to discover the estate of the illustrious agronomist Olivier de Serres: Olivier de Serres and his heritage.
Duration: 2 hours

Summer tours of Pradel allow you to discover the estate of the illustrious agronomist Olivier de Serres: Wine tourism discovery: an agroecological vineyard.
Duration: 2 hours

Invited by the town hall of St Jean le Centenier, the Tungstène Théâtre is offering an Agri-Cultural evening: ALCOOL (literary choreography) and BleuS (fable of violence at work), 2 street performances and a peasant plate made up of local products.

As part of the 26th edition of the traveling music festival Les Cordes en Ballade, find the concert “French Impressions” by Le Concert Impromptu (wind quintet).
“Masterpiece(s) to (re)discover”
Program: Debussy, Fauré, Ravel, Satie

The Pays d’Art et d’Histoire du Vivarais Méridional is organizing, as part of the Cordes en Ballade Festival”, a stroll through the town to retrace the main stages in the life and work of the famous agronomist Olivier de Serres.

Brigitte Olivier has been an artist photographer for almost 40 years, and hails from Arcachon in the Gironde. The Grandeur Nature exhibition at Château de Vogüé addresses a theme dear to her heart: nature and landscape.

Price for one summer clothing:
child: 0.50 € and adult: 1 €
Refreshment on place: coffee, tea, pancakes.

The Caveau de Valvignères offers cellar tours throughout the summer. Bookings by telephone.

Karaoke Dinner.
Reservations required until the day before.
Purchase an entry ticket at the campsite bar upon booking.
More information: 04 75 94 20 65

Garage sale in the heart of the village.
Refreshments and snacks all day.

Ceremony at the war memorial followed by a cocktail reception in front of the town hall hosted by Jean Marie Lacroix at 12 p.m.
Afternoon doubles competition
At 11 p.m., fireworks and a DJ evening with “CHRIS VAR DJ NIGHT CONCEPT”

Sensitive Natural Area “Roc de Gourdon and foothills of Coiron” invites you to follow the donkeys during a nature walk on a hiking trail with Camin’âne.

Serge Beaudet invites you to his new contemporary art exhibition, featuring some 100 works.
The artist will be present regularly to discuss his works (primarily acrylic paintings).

As part of the summer night market, entertainment will be offered in the city center.
A different theme every week:

Jewel of the Ibie limestone valley, discover this village classified as a Remarkable Heritage Site in 2022 and its church with a painted apse.
Duration: 1h30
Organized by the Berg and Coiron Community of Communes, the commune and the Country of Art and History.

Dinner evening with dancing and a Ricos concert.
Reservations required by the day before.
Purchase your entry ticket at the campsite bar upon booking.
More information: +33 4 75 94 20 65

Discovery of the site between geology and history: an old volcanic crater converted into a troglodyte village.
Duration: 2h30
Reservation required (limited places: 25 people max)
Good walkers only.
Walking shoes, water and sunscreen essential.

The visit invites you to dive into the Middle Ages, to discover the remains of this bastide founded by the King of France and the Abbot of Mazan in 1284.
Duration: 1h30
Organized by the Berg and Coiron Community of Communes, the commune and the Country of Art and History

Cinema under the stars offered by the municipality, in partnership with the Maison de l’image.
Jeudi 24 Juillet au Petit Boulodrome
Jeudi 31 Juillet Place du Petit Tournon
Jeudi 07 Août au Petit Boulodrome

Guided walk around the volcanic neck to discover rocks, landscapes and the village. Duration 2h30
Booking required (limited places : 25 people max)
Good walkers only.
Walking shoes, water and sun protection essential

Straight or spiral, in stone, metal or wood, the staircases take up all the space in the Château! Taking us from one floor to the next, they are well worth a look…

African dinner evening with African entertainment.
Reservations required by Saturday, July 26th (limited seating).
Purchase admission tickets at the campsite bar upon reservation.
Information: +33 4 75 94 20 655

Workshop for children (from 4 years old): “African Tales and Instruments”.
This is an original way to share African tales and set them to music with musicians, storytellers, and professional dancers, all native Africans.
Booking strongly recommended.

Learn historical fencing and master the art of dueling as it was practiced in the 15th and 16th centuries!

This characterful village perched on the Coiron massif offers you a breathtaking panorama. Come and decipher, with a guide, what the landscape and the old stones have to tell you.
Duration: 1h30

Raclette evening with dancing and a Ricos concert
Reservations required until the day before.
Purchase an entry ticket at the campsite bar when booking.
More information: +33 4 75 94 20 65

Past and present French songs and jazz

Evocation of the history of the village of Saint-Jean le Centenier, formerly called “the Black” and its close link with basalt.
Duration: 1 hour 30
Organized by the Berg and Coiron Community of Communes, the commune and the Land of Art and History of Southern Vivarais.

Discovery of the site between geology and history: an old volcanic crater converted into a troglodyte village.
Duration: 2h30
Reservation required (limited places: 25 people max)
Good walkers only.
Walking shoes, water and sunscreen essential.

Immersion in the history of this village in the Middle Ages and discovery of the remains of its castles.
Duration: 1h30
Organized by the Berg and Coiron Community of Communes, the commune and the Land of Art and History of Southern Vivarais.

Learn historical fencing and master the art of dueling as it was practiced in the 15th and 16th centuries!

After a visit to the producers’ market (held on the Place du Lavoir from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.), set off to explore this village of Coiron, its narrow streets and its old stone houses.
Duration: 1h30

Traditional country festival with a parade of floats, a pétanque competition and paella (evenings by reservation).

Discovery of filmographies or exceptional documentary works during these General Estates of Documentary Films

Screening as part of the Estates General of the Lussas documentary film, with the presence of the director.

Melodies and opera arias based on Franz Schubert’s “The Trout

Wine-related activities with Néovinum. Picnic in the hanging garden

Animation musicale vendredi 29 et samedi 30 août en soirée DJ «304K EVENT’S»
Concours doublette 30 août.

Huge garage sale for non-professionals.
One of the largest yard sale in southern Ardèche.
Limited to 300 exhibitors

Traditional votive festival in the village!
Detailed program to come

Traditional garage sale organized as part of the votive festival.

Unknown to the public, the reserves of the Cité de la Préhistoire, a Musée de France, house a collection of tens of thousands of objects. On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, the hidden world of the reserves opens its doors to you!

Concert in the church of Sallèles
More information to come

France Services offers this digital workshop by registration.
Please note: limited capacity (approximately 5 people).

Sensitive Natural Area “Roc de Gourdon and foothills of Coiron” invites you to follow the donkeys during a nature walk on a hiking trail with Camin’âne.

Come and explore prehistory in a whole new way as you search for a mysterious object in the Cité de la Préhistoire. You’ll travel back in time, question the museum’s inhabitants and find the contents of the “mysterious chest”!

Unaccompanied visit, free admission for all on the occasion of the Castagnade in Joyeuse (chestnut festival).

Imagine yourself as a real Cévennes trapper! With Guillaume Paumier, mountain leader. Duration: 3h -150 m+, 6 km
Duration: 3h -150 m+, 6 km.

Sensitive Natural Area “Roc de Gourdon and foothills of Coiron” offers you a discovery of the volcanism of Coiron, the atypical geological site of Coulet de la Soulière and the environment, landscapes and heritage that surrounds us with “Clapas”.

France Services offers this digital workshop by registration.
Please note: limited capacity (approximately 5 people).

Sports competition with a race in nature.
Enjoy beautiful landscape.
Choice for this new edition:
11km (450D+), 21km (900D+), 46km (1900D+), hiking, children’s race.