Alba-la-Romaine

Alba-la-Romaine

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel Guide > Towns > Rhône-Alpes > Ardèche > Alba-la-Romaine

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownAlba-la-RomaineSaint-Pons at 5.3 km (5 min)
Insee code07005Valvignères at 6.8 km (8 min)
Postcode07400Aubignas at 7 km (7 min)
Latitude44.5545540Saint-Jean-le-Centenier at 7.2 km (6 min)
Longitude4.5978280Sceautres at 8.1 km (10 min)
AltitudeFrom 135 to 554 metersSaint-Thomé at 8.2 km (8 min)
Surface30.46 km²Le Teil at 12 km (12 min)
Population1361 inhabitantsVilleneuve-de-Berg at 12.2 km (12 min)
Density43 inhabitants/km²Viviers at 13.7 km (14 min)
Chief townPrivas (at 27 km, 35 min)Mirabel at 14.4 km (15 min)
DepartmentArdècheLavilledieu at 16 km (14 min)
RegionRhône-AlpesSearch another town
PLAN YOUR STAY
Find
Near your destination
LOCATION

Create an itinerary around Alba-la-Romaine   -   Add to favorites   -   Link to this page


TOWN PRESENTATION

Located at the foot of the massif Coiron in the plain where the vine flourishes, Alba-la-Romaine is proud of its rich historical past. Alba was in the ancient capital of the people of Helvians Alba helvorum. City without ramparts, the city was active in the 1st century av. Until the 5th century AD ap. AD when it hosts the first bishops Vivarais. For a time, the city remains absent from historical sources, but from the 11th century Aps is based on the location of the current village. Like the hamlet of La Roche neighbor Aps has preserved its medieval aspect: at the foot of the castle, built on a volcanic dike, stretches a labyrinth of streets lined with houses whose architecture, mixing basalt and limestone, gives a charm peculiar to this "village character".

Alba-la-Romaine is located at 190 m altitude. Its population is 1338 inhabitants. These are called the Albans and the Albans.


SIGHTSEEING

Browsing through streets and alleys, visitors will discover the charm of a village character that has managed to preserve and enhance its heritage.

In medieval Château d'Alba from the 11th century Clock Tower from the 17th century Portal de la Trappe.

In the hamlet of La Roche: Neck basaltic rock St-Jean. Chapel. Portal de la Trappe. Porte de Bressac.

The archaeological site: Ruins: Ancient Theater, Imperial Shrine Center monumental.

Detailed information
MonumentsCastle of Alba,   Gallo-Roman Theatre of Alba-la-Romaine

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Weekly market friendly: Sunday.

The new Festival of Alba, the week of July 14: Six days of celebration. Alba will be crisscrossed by artists, circus artists, musicians, actors, clowns?

Expositions d'Art au château, à la chapelle de la Roche, au caveau des Vignerons et des Vins de l'Escoutay.

Music Festival at the castle in summer.

Flea, the last Sunday of July.

Wool Market, August 15.

Guided tours of the village and the hamlet of La Roche, the castle and the ancient city.

PHOTOS
House architecture typical of southern Ardèche
  
RELATED ARTICLES
Best places of the Ardèche
Best places of Rhône-Alpes
Photos of the Ardèche to view and download
Photos of Rhône-Alpes to view and download
WEATHER
Saturday 2 June
Day
Night
Min. 17°C - Max. 30°C
Sunday 3 June
Day
Night
Min. 17°C - Max. 34°C
Monday 4 June
Day
Night
Min. 15°C - Max. 26°C
BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le moulin    
9
Alba-la-Romaine
Two bedrooms, one with double bed (140) and one with a single bed (possibility of a cot). Ideal if you make a route in the Ardeche.
Located in Alba-la-Romaine70 € the double room 
Chambres d'hotes La grange au Negre    
8.3
Alba-la-Romaine
Not far from Alba la Romaine, La Grange in Negro is an old farm with stone house surrounded by vineyards. The climate of Provence and the hilly landscape contribute to an unforgettable...
Located in Alba-la-Romaine58 € the double room 
Domaine des Loriots    
9.8
Villeneuve-de-Berg
In South Ardeche and 30 minutes from the motorway and major tourist sites: the Pont d'Arc, the Chauvet cave, the gorges of Ardeche... Alongside Alba la Romaine and the valley of 'Ibie,...
Located 7.7 km from Alba-la-RomaineFrom 60 € to 78 € the double room 

All beds & breakfasts around Alba-la-Romaine

VACATION RENTALS 
Gïtes Chambres Stages en Ardèche
Viviers
15 km from the A7 motorway exit Montelimar south Mas Andenas is an old farm from the twelfth century in the great outdoors. At 30 minutes from the gorges of Ardeche, we offer two farmhouses...
Located 6.9 km from Alba-la-RomaineFrom 980 € to 1100 € per week 
Les 3 Sources
Rochessauve
In a protected nature which looks like no other one, Three Sources(Springs) a charming hotel, proposes as well individual rents as apartments of holidays.
Located 13.3 km from Alba-la-RomaineFrom 550 € to 650 € per week 
Les villas du vendoule  SPECIAL OFFER
Saint-Maurice-d'Ardèche
These detached villas are situated 1 km from St Maurice d'Ardeche at the crossroads of the most beautiful villages in Ardèche (Rochecolombe, Labeaume Lanas, Vogue, Balazuc, Vallon Pont...
Located 16 km from Alba-la-RomaineFrom 950 € to 2300 € per week 

All vacation rentals around Alba-la-Romaine

CAMPSITES 
Le Bardou   
8.4
Saint-Germain
Located on the edge of the village of St Germain in the heart of the vineyard Ardèche, you will appreciate its nature, quiet. To access must be achieved by the N102 from: Le Puy or...
Located 11.8 km from Alba-la-RomaineFrom 16 € to 18 € per day 
Camping floral  
Montélimar
Welcome camping Floral, near Montelimar and open all year. It is a perfect stop on your route or starting point for visiting the hilltop villages, make walks in the midst of lavender...
Located 17 km from Alba-la-Romaine15 € per day 
Camping ibie  
Lagorce
The campsite is situated on the town of Lagorce picturesque village in southern Ardèche, heart of the Valley Ibie, which will enchant you with its natural beauty, its rivers, its waterfall....
Located 18.8 km from Alba-la-RomaineFrom 15 € to 18 € per day 

All campsites around Alba-la-Romaine

HOTELS
Le Mas De Mon Père     
8.6
Saint-Jean-le-Centenier
Set in a beautiful stone building, this hotel welcomes you in the beautiful Ardèche countryside. Relax by the charming outdoor swimming pool and sample local cuisine in the hotel restaurant....
Located 6.2 km from Alba-la-RomaineRoom from 60 €
Hôtel Médiéval     
8.4
Rochemaure
The Hôtel Médieval is located in Rochemaure, close to the Ardeche and the Drome Provencal, and 5 km from the centre of Montélimar. It features free Wi-Fi access, free on-site parking...
Located 9.2 km from Alba-la-RomaineRoom from 45 €
Ferme du Pic d'Allier    
8.5
Saint-Martin-sur-Lavezon
Located on the heights of Saint-Martin-sur-Lavezon, this bed and breakfast features a swimming pool and barbecue facilities in the garden. It offers a sauna, jacuzzi and a fitness centre....
Located 10 km from Alba-la-RomaineRoom from 95 €

All hotels around Alba-la-Romaine

Ardèche
Vacation Campsite
Find the campsite of your dreams
Campsite Ardèche
Find your campsite at exceptional price!
Best-priced flights
Compare flight prices in one click
Holidays in Ardèche
Accomodation for your vacation, journeys, and weekends