Discover mankind's first great masterpiece, dating back 36,000 years. Set in a 15-hectare wooded park, Grotte Chauvet 2 - Ardèche, the world's largest replica of a cave, recreates the magic of the UNESCO-listed Chauvet cave.
- Step into the wonderful world of Ardeche wine - Take part in a fun and interactive tour from vine to glass - Indulge in a tasting, learn about oenology and food and wine pairings This is a unique experience to share with your family or friends !
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 beautiful located in a former convent in medieval town of Joyeuse. The museum shop offers you a wide range of local chestnut delicacys, postcards, books....
After seven years of renovation, Le Château became a Centre for Contemporary Art and Heritage in 2024. This prestigious site in the south of France invites you to discover its restored spaces through exhibitions, tours, workshops and events.
On the Grand Site de l'Aven d'Orgnac, just a stone's throw from the Grotto exit, the Cité de la Préhistoire evokes 350,000 years of human adventure through collections of local remains of human occupation. Visit before or after the Aven d'Orgnac!
Embark on an unusual 500-million-year journey, where over 600 original fossils tell the story of the rocks and landscapes of the Ardèche. An adventure for the very young, with extractions and a dinosaur gallery!
Travel back in time to Gallo-Roman Ardèche when you visit the museum and the archaeological site in Alba-la-Romaine!
Silkworms once wove a prosperous economic fabric that everyone shared. Discover the silkworm’s story of the natural world as well as its economic and social history (films, model, various objects...) At the silk farm, the entire process of traditional silkworm breeding, from the egg to the butterfly.
Free visit of the permanent exhibition : history and objects of daily life in Berg country.
Climb aboard the Lavender Train for a ride through the fields, then plunge into the enchanting world of lavender with the 360° immersive room, the scent room and stills, followed by live essential oil distillation.
