Mauves walks

The northern Côtes du Rhône wine region has a strong identity and a remarkable landscape characterised by steep hillsides. It is a land of great wines, renowned throughout the world. Building on this wine-growing asset, the Rhône Crussol Community of Communes and the Arche Agglo Urban Community have joined forces with professionals from the Côtes du Rhône appellation to develop a tourism promotion project. This has resulted in the creation of five discovery trails for the Cornas, Crozes-Hermitage, Hermitage, Saint Joseph and Saint Péray AOCs. Download the "Détours en vignes" app to follow this route and discover the secrets of the Saint-Joseph appellation Welcome! Enjoy a stroll through the hillsides so typical of our region, while immersing yourself in its rich and fascinating history. Departure from Place du Marché in Mauves.

Starting at the foot of the vineyards, you climb through the woods and arrive on the Ardèche plateau. You get a glimpse of northern Ardèche, next to the Rhône valley. The landscapes are varied and at the summit, you can enjoy views of the Vercors and the Alps.

A lovely walk in the Ardèche hills among chestnut trees. Views of the Isère plain, Mont Pilat and the Alps in the Vercors.

Discover the hillside vineyards of Tain-l'Hermitage (Hermitage) and Tournon sur Rhône (Saint-Joseph). Beautiful panoramic views of the vineyards and the Rhône valley. You can enhance your walk with a stop at one of the many wine producers or a chocolate tasting at Llanas in Tournon or the Valrhôna shop in Tain. For culture, visit the Palué Museum in Tain and the Château Museum in Tournon.

Short route on the heights of Tournon-sur-Rhône to enjoy the panoramic views of the Rhône Valley.

Discover the vineyards of Tain-l'Hermitage by following the information panels on the "Sur les Pas de Gambert" trail created by the Cave de Tain.

Une randonnée à côté de la ville ou l'avantage de la province... Malgré un départ citadin, on sera vite tranquille dans les petits sentiers du Vallon de l'Hermet. Après un passage facile sur le plateau ardéchois, la descente sera elle aussi sur sentier et en forêt.

This hike, which is not technically difficult, allows you to admire the Bassin des Musards Bird Sanctuary and the village of La Roche De Glun.

A beautiful hike in the hills above Châteaubourg, with stunning views of the Rhône Valley and the hillsides of Saint-Joseph. Unfortunately, the end of the hike is on tarmac (with very little traffic).

A beautiful loop between Doux and Duzon.

The hike is mainly in the woods, on pleasant paths. You will be in the shade in summer and sheltered from the north wind (Mistral) if it blows (frequent in the region). Wild descent to Vion, with a few views of the Rhône valley. The last two kilometres are easy, on the plain, through the orchards of the Rhône valley.

A lovely hike offering beautiful views of the Rhône Valley, the Alps and the Ardèche. A 15-minute drive from Valence, this hike leads you around the beautiful surroundings of this small village. Note that Saint-Romain-de-Lerps is one of the classic walks in the area, because there is a beautiful lookout point with a chapel, 2 orientation tables and a picnic area alongside.

Starting from the Eygas plateau in Cornas, we climb up to Saint-Romain-de-Lerps with a magnificent view of the Rhône valley and, in good weather, from Ventoux to Mont Blanc, passing through Vercors and Ecrins. Along the route, you will see the chapels of Saint-Pierre and Pic and a multitude of small hamlets. See Practical Information.

Hike in the hills above Cornas, with typical Ardèche scenery. We pass from vineyards to ravines. Route change in November 2022.

Over the Rhone balconies between grape vines and apricot trees, with pretty little streams.

Hike along the ridge above the Rhône through villages, vineyards and forests with beautiful views.

A beautiful hike entirely on paths in the Daronne Gorges. A pretty, very wild spot not far from Tournon and the Rhône Valley. A local must-see. What's more, this route is not the "classic" route and is therefore a little wilder...

Take advantage of this beautiful little walk to discover the Daronne valley, with its meanders, gorges and interpretive trail. If you wish, you can extend the walk by returning to the Saint-Sorny footbridge.

A short walk to discover the surroundings of Chateauneuf-sur-Isère. Part of the route is on small, quiet tarmac roads, but it is nonetheless pleasant.

The route skirts the Rhône valley through valleys, streams and orchards. A very pleasant corner of the Drôme.

Hike in the Mazèvieux valley north-east of Vion, which will take you past the ruins of Iserand Castle.

A short walk in the Bois des Blaches along the Ruisseau du Saveyre, then up to the heights in the middle of the vineyards, first in Saint-Péray, then in Cornas. Return via the track linking Cornas to Saint-Péray

Walk in the hills above Saint-Peray, passing through the Cornas vineyards, the meadows of Saint-Romain and the woods of Saint-Péray.

Explore the ruins of La Villette and Crussol Castle, followed by a long walk along the ridges offering views of the Rhône valley and the Vercors.

A discovery from Deyras of the wild valleys of the Jointine, the Daronne and the Doux to the Clauzel Dam.

A lovely walk through the woods in Ardèche, near Saint-Félicien, with two descents into the Daronne gorges, following part of the nature trail through this natural site. You can visit the hamlet of Saint-Sorny. On the way back, there are beautiful views of the Alps, weather permitting.

A lovely walk around the Auberge du Pin, home to the famous Restaurant Pic. Beautiful views of the Vercors after the Serre de Coudiol and towards Perrier. A few tarmac roads but not too much traffic except on the Route des Crêtes.

An easy hike that allows you to discover Lac des Meinettes and the trail that runs around it. A beautiful view of the Ardèche plateau above the nearby Rhône valley.

A pleasant walk in the Ardèche countryside, sometimes on small paved roads, but also on beautiful forest paths. In Champis - La Bâtie de Crussol, a short detour will take you to the Pierre Branlante (rocking stone), then on the way back, you will see some megaliths in the meadows.

This short circuit, near Alboussière, alternates between wooded passages, opening onto pretty panoramas, and typical hamlets: the countryside wins us over!

A marked circular in the Drome des Collines, with beautiful views of the Vercors and Mont Saint-Gerbier-de-Jonc, passing through the undergrowth. Discover the Blue Cross and Red Cross. Partially shaded route.