Castanea – Discover the world of sweet chestnut

Castanea tells in great detail the story of how for centuries, entire generations daily lives revolved around chestnut trees, both for work and for food. Find out more about this emblematic "bread tree". Castanea is located in a beautiful former convent in the medieval town of Joyeuse. The museum shop offers you a wide range of local delicacies, postcards, books....

By |April 13th, 2026|Comments Off on Castanea – Discover the world of sweet chestnut

Family water ride

Take your family on an adventure in the clear waters of the Chassezac on an aquatic tour. Explore the gorges, jump, slide in the natural pools and visit a preserved natural environment. An unforgettable experience, accessible from age 7.

By |February 17th, 2026|Comments Off on Family water ride

Visit the workshop and taste the Genêt d’Or Nougat

We'll give you a guided tour of our Nougaterie, showing you all the stages in the production process, including our 1956 papilloteuse. You will then have the opportunity to taste our different Nougats and the Ardèche honeys we use in our recipes.

By |March 28th, 2026|Comments Off on Visit the workshop and taste the Genêt d’Or Nougat

Fruits producers Sylvain Dupont

Production of stone fruits (cherries, peaches, apricots, plums), pome fruits (pears, apples), almonds, and vegetables (lettuce, zucchini, squash, beans). Some of the fruit is processed into juice and jams.

By |March 12th, 2026|Comments Off on Fruits producers Sylvain Dupont