What’s happening in Ardèche
Where to go in the Berg & Coiron territory
Here is a list of events in Ardèche located in the touristic territory of Berg & Coiron. To narrow your selection use the list of criteria on the left. Click on more information for a detailed description of each event.
- Mar 15 Juillet
- Mer 16 Juillet
- Jeu 17 Juillet
- Ven 18 Juillet
- Sam 19 Juillet
- Dim 20 Juillet
- Lun 21 Juillet
- Sam 12 Juillet Ven 18 Juillet
- Sam 19 Juillet Ven 25 Juillet
- Sam 26 Juillet Ven 01 Août
- Sam 02 Août Ven 08 Août
Medieval entertainment at the Château de Montréal

A unique Medieval and Renaissance castle in the region. Plenty of medieval entertainment. Climb to the top of the keep for an exceptional panoramic view.
Nature activity “Follow the donkeys for a naturalist discovery”

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.
Visite libre de l’Abbatiale de Cruas

Visite libre du château de Rochemaure

Visite guidée de l’Abbatiale de Cruas
Gourmets, savour your visit!

Summer season exhibits of Le Château d’Aubenas

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.
Visite de la cave – Gaec du Mas d’Intras

What is an organic wine? What is a natural wine?
Take a guided tour to find out more about the philosophy behind Mas d’Intras, which is to produce healthy wines that respect the environment and your health.
Le château du bout des doigts

Mardi en fête – Animations in the main street

As part of the summer night market, entertainment will be offered in the city center.
A different theme every week:
L’été au Caveau de Valvignères : Visite de Cave

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

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).
ZOOM sur les secrets de la soie !
90 years since the discovery: in July and August, explore the Aven d’Orgnac from every angle! Special tours, concert in the cave, festive day

To mark the 90th anniversary of the discovery of Aven d’Orgnac, we’ve put together a special programme for July and August! There will be special tours, a concert in the cave and a day of festivities on 19 August, the day of the discovery. The choice is yours!
Les mardis live avec “Payou”
Ateliers Créa’Magnon : animations “Préhistoire” à l’Aven d’Orgnac
Visite Théâtralisée : l’Affaire Toinette

Animations préhistoire. Comment nos ancêtres allumaient-ils un feu ? Comment chassaient-ils le bouquetin ? Comment fabriquaient-ils leurs outils ?
Beautiful beasts, animal art, past and present’, a photo exhibition at Aven d’Orgnac

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 !
Exhibition-Investigation Game

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.
Les enquêtes d’Anne Mésia à l’abbatiale Sainte-Marie de Cruas

exposition Grandeur nature

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.
Le Retour de l’Anneau – Aventure itinérente à Vogüé
Expos photos : La beauté sauvage en majesté
Visite guidée du château de Rochemaure

Exposition : Le genie des abeilles
Special 90th anniversary of the discovery of the cave – Guided tour of ‘the treasures of the past’ in the Aven d’Orgnac Grand Site de France museum

To mark the 90th anniversary of the discovery of the Aven d’Orgnac, try out our programme of end-of-day tours, with different themes, to be enjoyed in small groups. Guided tours of the Cité de la Préhistoire!
Guided tour “A Remarkable Heritage Site”

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.
Egypt at the time of Alba – A look at two Roman provinces

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.
Ceramics workshop – Children’s modelling

Roxanne invites children to discover pottery and modelling over 5 sessions. It’s all about sensations and experimentation.
Registration required.
Comme John (Pop chic)

Summer visit to Pradel: Olivier de Serres and his heritage

Travel back in time as you discover the old building, labeled “Maison des Illustres”, and appreciate the observations and experiments conducted by Olivier de Serres, agronomist, writer, and humanist.
A tasting of our wines and Picodon cheeses is included.
Visit in French only !
Evening meal with dancing and concert at the Lavandes campsite

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
Les Nocturnes de Chauvet

A journey of light and sound brings the buildings and park to life with a spellbinding story. Why, in prehistoric times, did our ancestors draw in the depths of caves? A playful, spectacular, poetic and musical installation.
Soirée Paëlla

The Montfleury wine cellar is hosting a paella with “Les maux Doux” (Doux Evils), featuring musical entertainment.
Reservations required.
Spectacle-escape game : “La Légende de la Coupe des Seigneurs”
A l’Aven d’Orgnac, randonnée guidée sur les traces des bergers du Néolithique
Visite insolite de l’abbatiale de Cruas à la lampe torche

Summer visit to Pradel: Wine tourism discovery: an agroecological vineyard

Explore a 12-hectare vineyard managed using agroecology (organic farming, biodiversity, and agroforestry). Discover our winemaking secrets and taste our products from the vineyard and goat farm.
Visit in French only !
Cinema under the stars with “A bicyclette”

The commune of Maurice d’Ibie and the Maison de l’Image Aubenas, present you the film by Mathias Mlekus.
French film, 1h29.
Visite guidée du village de Rochemaure, découverte d’un sellier garnisseur et d’Artis’Ane cuir

Guided tour of the historic village of Rochemaure, followed by a visit to a local leather workshop. A unique way to discover both heritage and craftsmanship.
Fête votive

The Saint-Jean Youth Committee offers:
Friday 10 p.m. electro evening
Saturday 2 p.m. pétanque, 6 p.m. aperitif concert, 10:30 p.m. evening
Sunday 2 p.m. pétanque, 6 p.m. aperitif, 9 p.m. orchestra, torchlight procession. 10:30 p.m. grand fireworks offered by the town hall
Initiation danses folk
Visite sensorielle en famille

Guided tour “Les Balmes de Montbrun”

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.
Special 90th anniversary of the discovery of the Grotto – The historical tour

To mark the 90th anniversary of the discovery of Aven d’Orgnac, try out our programme of end-of-day tours, with different themes and in small groups to get the most out of them. Fridays at 6pm: the historical tour in the footsteps of the discoverer!
Cinema under the stars with “Mikado”

The commune of Saint-Germain and the Maison de l’Image Aubenas, present to you the film by Baya Kasmi.
French film of 1h34.
Apéro – concert
Special 90th anniversary of the discovery of the Grotto – The visit in reverse!

To mark the 90th anniversary of the discovery of the Aven d’Orgnac, try out our programme of end-of-day visits, with different themes and in small groups to get the most out of your visit. The visit in reverse, another point of view!
Guided tour of the Jastres plateau

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.
Concert as part of the farmers’ market

As part of the farmers’ market (which will take place from 6 to 10pm), the town hall is offering you a concert with the group “Les Ephémères”.
Special 90th anniversary of the discovery of the cave – Debussy’s duo in concert in the Aven d’Orgnac

The Aven d’Orgnac Grand Site de France is joining forces with the Cordes en ballade festival to offer a concert in the heart of the cave. The violinists of the Debussy Quartet (Debussy’s duo) will take you on a concert tour… with a gourmet break!
Guided tour of Alba-la-Romaine and visit to the wine cellar

Accompanied by a guide, wander through the narrow streets of the medieval village, which has been awarded the Village de Caractère label. Then, continue your visit to the Caveau des Vignerons d’Alba to discover their work and visit the cellar.
Plantes médicinales au coeur de la vigne
Mardi live avec Triopopcorn
Guided tour of “a royal country house in Vivarais”

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
Balade accompagnée : Le petit trappeur cévenol

Animation autour du vin avec Néovinum

Open air cinema with “Partir un jour”

Cinema under the stars offered by the municipality, in partnership with the Maison de l’image.
French film by Amélie Bonnin, starring Juliette Armanet, Bastien Bouillon, and François Rollin.
Duration: 1h37
Atelier “La vie en bleue”
Karaoke dinner at camping Les Lavandes

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
Bal itinérant au théâtre antique de MuséAl
Guided tour “Geological and historical walk”

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
Apéro – Concert
Unusual visit: ‘Four by four, a tour of the Château’s staircases’.

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…
Débat sur la soupe

Meet at 5 p.m. with a tomato and a piece of fruit for a collective soup and a discussion.
Concert as part of the farmers’ market

As part of the farmers’ market (which will take place from 6 to 10pm), the town hall is offering you a concert with the group “Lou Basalt”.
African meal evening at the Lavandes campsite

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
“African stories and instruments” workshop

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.
Mardi live avec Yog
Initiation à l’escrime historique. Escrime médiévale

Learn historical fencing and master the art of dueling as it was practiced in the 15th and 16th centuries!
Guided tour of the “Coiron belvedere”

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
Atelier “Hiéroglyphes”
Raclette evening with dancing and concert at the Lavandes campsite

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
Cinema under the stars with “En fanfare”

Cinema under the stars offered by the municipality, in partnership with the Maison de l’image.
French film by Emmanuel Courcol, with Benjamin Lavernhe, Pierre Lottin et Sarah Suco.
Duration: 1h44
Visite insolite : “Face au mur, découverte des graffitis du Château”
Concert de musique de chambre

For the second consecutive year, the ensemble Les Passagers presents a concert in the magnificent church, listed as a Historic Monument. The program features Mozart and Mendelssohn.
Concert as part of the farmers’ market

As part of the farmers’ market (which will take place from 6 to 10pm), the town hall is offering you a concert with Jean-Marie Lacroix (accordion).
Les mardis live avec “Griffes”
Deux mots à l’oreille chansons françaises et jazz

Past and present French songs and jazz
Guided tour “from the medieval village to the basalt quarry”

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.
Cinema under the stars avec “Monsieur Aznavour”

The village of Maurice d’Ibie and the Maison de l’Image Aubenas, present you the film by Medhi Idir and Grand Corps Malade.
French film, 2h13.
Cinema under the stars with “A Perfect Stranger”

Cinema under the stars offered by the municipality, in partnership with the Maison de l’image.
American film, French version, by James Mangold, starring Timothée Chalamet, Edward Norton, and Elle Fanning.
Duration: 2h20
Guided tour “Les Balmes de Montbrun”

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.
Apéro Concert
Visite archéologique : “Le château médiéval révélé par l’archéologie”
Fête de village

Saturday, August 9, 3 p.m., Pétanque competition for pairs
Sunday, August 10, 3 p.m., Pétanque competition for three players
8 p.m., traditional fresh egg toss
Buffet and refreshments available on site
Show as part of the farmers’ market

As part of the farmers’ market (which will take place from 6 to 10pm), the town hall is offering you a ^Stand-Up show.
Le Petit Tournon en Fête

The Petit Tournon and Portes de l’Ibie Association invites you to a festive day with:
Farmers’ Market (9 am.-1 pm.)
Garage Sale
Vintage Car Exhibition (9 am.-5 pm.)
Wooden Games
Local Amateur Artists
Dog Hiking
Refreshments and Food on Site
Concert as part of the producers and artisans market

As part of the producers and artisans market, the Clede association is organizing and offering this concert by Samba Pros Vezinhos (Bal Forro and Roda de Samba).
Récital aux Chandelles – Mozart & Beethoven au Mas d’Intras
Guided tour “An impregnable stronghold?”

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.
Initiation à l’escrime historique. Escrime Renaissance

Learn historical fencing and master the art of dueling as it was practiced in the 15th and 16th centuries!
Guided tour “from the glazed bell tower to the cobbled streets”

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
Apéro – Concert
Fête champêtre

Traditional country festival with a parade of floats, a pétanque competition and paella (evenings by reservation).
Festival Rendez-vous des princes : Figures Argentines

Fête du cheval de trait

The Union of Syndicates of Breeders and Users of Equidae in Ardèche is organizing the 9th edition of the draft horse festival on the Pradel estate in Mirabel in Ardèche. A rich program awaits you
A festival dedicated to the draft horse (free entry and entertainment)
Show as part of the farmers’ market

As part of the farmers’ market (which will take place from 6 to 10pm), the town hall is offering you a country dancing.
Les Etats Généraux du Film Documentaire – 37ème édition

Discovery of filmographies or exceptional documentary works during these General Estates of Documentary Films
Mardi live avec “Sweety Pop”
Screening as part of the general status of documentary films

Screening as part of the Estates General of the Lussas documentary film, with the presence of the director.
Festival Rendez-vous des princes : Schubertiade

After Argentina, Château de Vögué hosts a Viennese evening of Schubert’s “The Trout”, featuring Rhym-Aïda Amich’s captivating voice and strings in a vibrant, colorful interpretation. Melodies and opera arias.
Apéro – Concert
BBQ Party et animation musicale

The Montfleury cellar organizes a BBQ Party with musical entertainment.
Booking required
Concert as part of the farmers’ market

As part of the farmers’ market (which will take place from 6 to 10pm), the town hall offers you a concert with Marice Centaro and Deydou ( French Songs)
Concert as part of the producers and artisans market

As part of the producers and artisans market, the Clede association is organizing and offering this concert with Le Tang (Post-exotic mixed dance).
Mardi live avec “Hussy Hicks”
Cinema under the stars with “En fanfare”

The village of St. Pons and the Maison de l’Image Aubenas present Emmanuel Courcol’s film.
French film, 1 h44.
Soirée œnophile accords mets et vins

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

Animation musicale vendredi 29 et samedi 30 août en soirée DJ «304K EVENT’S»
Concours doublette 30 août.
Apéro – Concert
Visite commentée à Castanea

Dégustation œnologique à 50 mètres sous terre et visite de la Grotte

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!
Association Forum

The Sociocultural Center invites you to discover the local associations and the activities offered at the center.
NB: Come and promote your actions. Animations, demonstrations, exhibitions, or simple discussions with the public. Free participation.
Giant garage sale «Le Fouillis de St Jean»

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

Repairing instead of throwing away !
Friendly place for sharing and helping each other, open to all and free of charge.
Bring your items to be repaired (small electrical appliances) and get help from expert volunteers.
Atelier “photographie souterraine” à l’Aven d’Orgnac avec Ludovic Frémondière
Vide-grenier
Journées Européennes du Patrimoine – Castanea
concert
Journées européennes du Patrimoine – Visite des réserves archéologiques

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!
Journées européennes du Patrimoine – La vinothèque de l’Aven d’Orgnac
Journées européennes du patrimoine – Les coulisses de la visite de l’aven d’Orgnac
Digital Workshop “Digital Document Management”

France Services offers this digital workshop by registration.
Please note: limited capacity (approximately 5 people).
Nature activity “Follow the donkeys for a naturalist discovery”

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.
Méditation insolite au cœur de l’aven d’Orgnac
Mes vacances d’automne à l’Aven d’Orgnac : animations préhistoire
Visite animée à l’Aven d’Orgnac : le coffre mystérieux de la Cité de la Préhistoire

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”!
Castagnade de Joyeuse à Castanea

Unaccompanied visit, free admission for all on the occasion of the Castagnade in Joyeuse (chestnut festival).
Trapper’s tips and tricks

Imagine yourself as a real Cévennes trapper! With Guillaume Paumier, mountain leader. Duration: 3h -150 m+, 6 km
Duration: 3h -150 m+, 6 km.
Frissons et Friandises sous terre : l’Aven d’Orgnac en mode Halloween
Atelier assemblage Côtes du Vivarais à l’Aven d’Orgnac, 50 m sous terre !
Nature activity “Geological discovery”

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”.
Digital workshop “Discovering the mesdroitssociaux.gouv.fr website”

France Services offers this digital workshop by registration.
Please note: limited capacity (approximately 5 people).
Juliau Trail – 5rd edition

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.