Désaignes

Désaignes

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownDésaignesLabatie-d'Andaure at 5.3 km (6 min)
Insee code07079Lamastre at 7.3 km (8 min)
Postcode07570Saint-Basile at 12.9 km (15 min)
Latitude44.9952720Saint-Jeure-d'Andaure at 13.7 km (16 min)
Longitude4.5165120Saint-Agrève at 13.7 km (15 min)
AltitudeFrom 380 to 1170 metersSaint-Barthélemy-Grozon at 14 km (16 min)
Surface50.72 km²Nozières at 14.1 km (15 min)
Population1206 inhabitantsSaint-Prix at 14.4 km (15 min)
Density23 inhabitants/km²Le Crestet at 15.1 km (16 min)
Chief townPrivas (at 59 km, 63 min)Empurany at 15.3 km (17 min)
DepartmentArdècheNonières at 16.5 km (17 min)
RegionRhône-AlpesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Located on a track and figure Roman, one of the few who joined the Rhone valley to the Auvergne, the Gallo-Roman village was known very early in development that has a medieval capitals Vivarais. The many territorial conflicts have turned into a walled city whose ramparts remain, a military fortress of the 12th century, a castle of the fourteenth, a church of the seventeenth, with narrow streets, old gates, squares and peaceful atmosphere special . Religious wars have also strongly marked the area and explains the presence of an important temple built on a castle.

Agricultural land in a mountainous country very hilly - 380 to 1100 meters - that agriculture is still very present with productions of various meats, chestnuts and goat cheeses AOC, various fruits ... In recent years this country has gradually opened up to tourism through the opening of private structures and major tourist events: festivals, fairs and events.


SIGHTSEEING

The long history of the village he left a rich heritage composed of monuments which have been gradually restored. Site registered since 1972 in the inventory of Historic Monuments, he received in 2007 the label of Village Character.

Partner of the municipality, the Office of Tourism offers tours of the medieval village and castle of the 14th century with its museum of rural life and displays that are installed. Added to the church and the temple with its venerable organ, the discovery of the oven in the cobbler's workshop and cellar tasting of local products with local producers.

The nature lovers to explore this area through more than 200 km of marked trails on foot, but also ATV (possibility of renting ATVs) or horse (riding stables 1 km from town).

The River Sweet is converted into water level of supervised swimming and fishing for trout is a particularly popular practice of some athletes.

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Information pointsTourist Office of Désaignes
MonumentsCastle of Désaignes

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

The year of the town and its inhabitants is punctuated by events of various kinds.

Early May is the Ardeche, mountain running, the championship round of the discipline with more than a thousand international competitors.

In July, the producers have their own festival of the cherry and picodon.

In August, the place where all the medieval village recovers within a day's medieval grandeur.

During the summer months - July to August - the temple for 40 years, six hosts classical music concerts, two venerable organ of 1900 and 1930 are at the origin.

Late October is the big show and the chestnut whose village has become a mecca in the department.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Velay-express historic railwayEntertainment15 €Tence (22 km)
Trapper evening in a Finnish cabinNature and the outdoors8 €Lapte (24 km)

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PHOTOS
View of the village from the vines
 
The 14th century castle
Place de la Mairie
 
On the walls, the door Janot
The Court of wells
 
The staircase of over 600 years
The castle kitchen
 
Village
Hikers crossing Castle Vergier
 
Sub-wood to the stream of Grisard
shoemaker's workshop
 
The medieval festival: the parade riding
Day medieval battle on the area of the castle
 
Concerts d ' been to the temple
Place Village 1900
 
work in the vineyards by 1900
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Sunday 19 May
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Monday 20 May
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Tuesday 21 May
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Myrtille    
8.8
Lamastre
Ds our farm seventeenth restored, on a hill facing south, we offer a carefully decorated room with a private terrace equipped for rest, toilet and large bathroom adjoining but not private,...
Located 3.3 km from DésaignesFrom 55 € to 58 € the double room 
Chambres d'hôtes du Col du Marchand    
9.8
Pailharès
At 900 meters, on a mountainside in Ardeche, we welcome you as friends in an old farmhouse lovingly restored. Away from main roads, in a small hamlet where the houses do not see each...
Located 12.7 km from Désaignes55 € the double room 
Moulin de montabonnel  
Devesset
Bed and Breakfast in a restored the river, surrounded by nature, serene and relaxing mill. From hiking trails, 30 minutes walk from Lake Devesset. Large flowered courtyard with fountain...
Located 14.6 km from Désaignes71 € the double room 

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Domaine Les Blaches  
8.8
Désaignes
This traditional, tastefully renovated farm lies on the edge of the extensive Ardèche Natural Park. Three ´gîtes´ are at your disposal here: La Blache, Le Marron and La Châtaigne. Domaine...
Located in DésaignesFrom 350 € to 600 € per week 
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Désaignes
Our cottage is located in Ardèche at 800 m altitude near Lamastre with magnificent views of the Alps and the Vercors in the peaceful countryside. The cottage is new independent green...
Located in DésaignesFrom 350 € to 500 € per week 
Maison d'hôtes Le Gouy  
8.6
Lamastre
On a hill south of the tourist route Lamastre Nozières, ns offer a lodging classified 3 ears Gites de France in a wing of our farm xvii. Decor and comfort care. For lovers of nature,...
Located 3.3 km from DésaignesFrom 370 € to 510 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping de retourtour    
8.5
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Lamastre
Situated in the heart of the Ardeche and the Doux Valley, 1,5 km from the center of Lamastre and less than 100 m from the beautiful natural swimming place of Retourtour, come and discover...
Located 3.8 km from DésaignesFrom 12.96 € to 18.96 € per day 
Camping de la vallée du doux    
9.4
Boucieu-le-Roi
Josephine and Alain will welcome you into their campsite ** ardeche in green along the soft, for lovers of fishing, hiking, mountain biking, with many sites touristiques. Avec a warm...
Located 12.7 km from DésaignesFrom 14 € to 17 € per day 
Camping le lignon  
Le Chambon-sur-Lignon
A new team welcomes you from May 4,2013. You will find the Camping du Lignon beautiful locations for your tent, caravan or motorhome. Whether you want to be in shade or sun we can satisfy...
Located 18.4 km from DésaignesFrom 12.85 € to 16.20 € per day 

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Chateau d'Urbilhac    
8.7
Lamastre
Château D'urbilhac is located in the heart of Ardeche in a peaceful parkland setting. It offers elegant rooms and a breathtaking view. The castle is a magnificent structure, built...
Located 6.1 km from DésaignesRoom from 160 €
Hotel Escapade  
Le Crestet
Located 1 km from the hamlet of Monteil, Hotel Escapade features an outdoor swimming pool and a furnished terrace, in a natural setting. You can relax with a drink from the bar and...
Located 7.4 km from DésaignesRoom from 55 €
Domaine de Rilhac     
8.7
Saint-Agrève
Set in a 17th-century farmhouse, this hotel is 1.5 km from Saint-Agrève and is surrounded by a nature park and the mountains. It features country-style accommodations with free Wi-Fi...
Located 9 km from DésaignesRoom from 95 €

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