
Activities
Check out a selection of day trips you can take over a week at Fabrias
Spend a week with us and….
Relax, cycle, hike, swim, explore. Whether you’re looking for gentle half-day outings or full-day adventures, here are a few of our favourite things to do, from rivers and gorges to ancient villages and local markets.
Activities
Right by the property
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Cycling
The Ardeche is made for cycling - quiet winding roads, forested climbs, and sweeping descents through valleys and villages. From Fabrias, you can ride gentle riverside routes along the Ardeche and Volane valleys, or take on more challenging circuits into the Monts D’Ardeche with rewarding mountain views. You’ll find endless possibilities for road, gravel and e-bike adventures - always with a cafe or swim stop just around the corner…
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Hiking
The local area, the Monts d’Ardèche Regional Nature Park is a hiker’s paradise — a landscape of ancient volcanoes, chestnut forests, waterfalls and panoramic ridgelines. Trails wind through peaceful hamlets and open plateaus, offering everything from gentle riverside walks to challenging summit climbs.
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Food & Wine
Taste local Ardèche wines (especially rosé from the southern Rhône), goat cheeses, chestnut specialties and seasonal truffles. Ask us for restaurant recommendations!
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Adventure
Canoeing, canyoning, climbing, paragliding, and skydiving — all within easy reach. We can recommend local guides or rental services.
Short Trips
30 minutes drive or less
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Vals-Les-Bains
Famous for its thermal springs, pretty riverside walks, and charming cafés. You can visit the thermal park, watch the natural geyser erupt, or enjoy a spa treatment or Michelin guide meal.
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Aubenas
The nearest town and a lively hub for the region. Explore the medieval château, browse boutiques, and don’t miss the Saturday morning market — one of the best in the Ardèche for local produce, cheeses, and crafts.
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Pont du Diable
This spectacular stone bridge — the “Devil’s Bridge” — crosses the volcanic gorge of the Ardèche river. It’s a great spot for swimming, cliff views, or a picnic by the water, and there are plenty of via ferrata routes on hand for the adrenaline-seekers.
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Jaujac
A “Village de Caractère,” Jaujac combines cobbled lanes, basalt lava flows, and beautiful walks through volcanic landscapes. Locals gather in the picturesque main square for a beer and some pétanque, and the nearby river beach is blissful for a refreshing dip.
Day Trips
2 hours drive or less
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Gorges de l'Ardeche
The Ardeche is made for cycling - quiet winding roads, forested climbs, and sweeping descents through valleys and villages. From Fabrias, you can ride gentle riverside routes along the Ardeche and Volane valleys, or take on more challenging circuits into the Monts D’Ardeche with rewarding mountain views. You’ll find endless possibilities for road, gravel and e-bike adventures - always with a cafe or swim stop just around the corner…
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Avignon
Wander through charming cobbled streets, explore the stunning Palais des Papes, and sip wine on a shaded terrace as the Rhône flows by. Provence and southern France at its most chic - lively markets, rich culture, and fantastic food.
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Le Puy
About an hour’s drive north is Le Puy-en-Velay, a stunning town nestled in the volcanic hills of Auvergne, known for its dramatic scenery and spiritual heritage. Famous as the starting point of the Camino de Santiago, it’s home to striking landmarks like the cathedral perched high above the town and the iconic statue of Notre-Dame de France.
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Montélimar
For the sweet-toothed, head to Montélimar, the capital of nougat. Visit traditional confectioners, enjoy lunch on the square, and explore the Adhémar Castle.
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