Les Vans

Les Vans

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownLes VansChambonas at 2.3 km (4 min)
Insee code07334Chassagnes at 4.6 km (6 min)
Postcode07140Gravières at 4.6 km (5 min)
Latitude44.4046880Les Assions at 4.9 km (7 min)
Longitude4.1319169Les Salelles at 4.9 km (6 min)
AltitudeFrom 126 to 948 metersPayzac at 8.6 km (11 min)
Surface31.09 km²Saint-Genest-de-Beauzon at 9 km (10 min)
Population2820 inhabitantsBanne at 10 km (20 min)
Density93 inhabitants/km²Berrias-et-Casteljau at 10.3 km (12 min)
Chief townPrivas (at 65 km, 72 min)Casteljau at 10.9 km (12 min)
DepartmentArdècheMalarce-sur-la-Thines at 11.5 km (14 min)
RegionRhône-AlpesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

The city of Vans is at the crossroads of the Cevennes and the Ardeche Southern which combines olive and chestnut trees near the river Chassezac. It is a welcoming and lively town where you can stroll through the streets and go to discover its history ... In 2001, Les Vans became "gateway city" Parc Naturel Régional des Monts d'Ardèche.


SIGHTSEEING

In the city you can visit the museum space that houses three museums: the Museum Ollier (Father of orthopedic surgery), an exhibition on the olive tree, and the museum Evesque about archeology, geology and local crafts .

The church and its altar.

Gorges Chassezac.

The wood Païolive.

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Les Vans
Leisure centresArchaeological Museum of the Vans
MonumentsCastle of Chassagnes,   Castle of the Pin,   Church Saint-Jacques,   Hermitage Saint-Eugène

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Weekly market every Saturday morning.

The night of crafts and local: every Tuesday evening from July to August.

From mid-April to mid-May: Festival "Spring Love Nature".

April: Historic Rally.

In May: Trophy Cevennes.

Every Wednesday evening in July: sardine in cafes and restaurants of Vans.

In July: Oktoberfest.

In July: Feast of the Olive Tree.

The first week of August: Festival Ard'Afrique, with market, music, dance and African meals.

Late October: Castagnada.

The second Sunday in December: Christmas Market.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Many activities are available near Vans: walking, climbing, mountain biking, caving, horseback riding, but also canyoning, swimming, fishing and canoeing in the gorges of Chassezac.

Trekking 450 miles of hiking trails are available around the Ardeche and Cevennes Vans southern Ardèche! The natural and cultural wealth of this region can develop many themed rides for both the able-bodied people as disabled.

In May and July Banne Festival "Art singular.

PHOTOS
View Les Vans
 
The laundry covered 1850
An alley smelling south ...
 
Market Square, historical center
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. -2°C - Max. 6°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 4°C - Max. 10°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 9°C
RESTAURANTS 
Le pont des mazes
Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
Discover authentic cuisine in a unique and each client is treated as it should be.
Located 17.7 km from Les VansFrom 15 € to 30 € per person 
Auberge du col de la Baraque
Lamelouze
You will be immersed in the heart of our beautiful countryside offered Cévennes, you will benefit with our 631 meters, an uncommon calm, ideal for your rest, your well being, relaxation....
Located 25 km from Les VansFrom 15 € to 30 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Mas du tracol    
10
Les Vans
Mas ecological wilderness located in the south of ardeche. 9 hectares of vegetation biodiversity provencale at your disposal, label 3 epis gites de france, 2 vaulted rooms, a gypsy...
Located in Les VansFrom 62 € to 70 € the double room 
Ardéche &Gard gîtes des masades Yourtes    
8.2
Malons-et-Elze
At the heart of the forest domain of the mas of the ayre Masada, between Ardèche and Lozère gard to the confines of the hamlet of Elze overlooking the river Chassezac paradise for trout,...
Located 11.1 km from Les Vans40 € the double room 
La Grande Mademoiselle  
Joyeuse
Discover the southern Ardèche, you want a guest house of charm, combining elegance, heritage and simplicity, for a family or friends for a short stay or extended vacation? We are pleased...
Located 11.8 km from Les VansFrom 105 € to 145 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Mas des oliviers  
10
Les Vans
Mas restored in the tradition. Provision of two large cottages, home of 7 persons, independent or complementary. Beautiful house with character in an exceptional environment, with unobstructed...
Located in Les VansFrom 480 € to 1700 € per week 
La rouviere  
10
Bonnevaux
Independent part of a traditional Cévennes stone house. In open nature and absolute calm. Fully equipped for 4 to 6 people with free access to swimming-pool.
Located 8 km from Les VansFrom 550 € to 900 € per week 
Mas a Gagnieres  
9.5
Gagnières
2 Pretty cottages on the outskirts of the forest: A Rent gagnieres cevennes village with all. Shops located 3 km from Bessèges, 30 km 20 km ales and bridge valley arc. 1 cottage sleeping...
Located 10.2 km from Les VansFrom 400 € to 550 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping la source  
Berrias-et-Casteljau
Come relax in our lovely family campsite in Southern Ardèche, near the Bois de Païolive and Gorges of Chassezac. You will find comfort and calm the milieu of nature. Ideal destination...
Located 7 km from Les VansFrom 14.30 € to 21.30 € per day 
La Rouveyrolle    
7.2
Berrias-et-Casteljau
South of Ardèche, by the river Chassezac, direct access to the waterside, close to the enchanting Bois de Païolive's mineral chaos, 3 km' far from Berrias village, 20 minutes' far from...
Located 7.2 km from Les VansFrom 13 € to 29 € per day 
Camping Le Ch'ti Franoi    
9.6
Lablachère
We are the English owners of the campsite. We have 30 caravans and 10 pitches. We have on site tennis court, a petanque pitch and height of volleyball. We have a large pool and a pool...
Located 8.8 km from Les Vans 

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HOTELS
Mas de l'Espaïre     
8.4
Les Vans
Mas de l'Espaïre is located in the peaceful garrigue, next to the Site Naturel de Bois de Paiolive. Set in a 2.5 hectare park, it has a heated outdoor pool and a sunbathing terrace....
Located in Les VansRoom from 60 €
Le Mas des Monèdes    
9.7
Saint-Paul-le-Jeune
Surrounded by shrub land, Le Mas des Monèdes is located in Saint-Paul-le-Jeune in the Cévennes National Park. This guest house offers modern-style décor with stone walls and views...
Located 7.9 km from Les VansRoom from 55 €
Pierre & Vacances Village Club Le Rouret     
6.8
Grospierres
Pierre & Vacances Resort Le Rouret is located on a preserved 80-hectare parkland, in Grospierre - Ardèche. It features a landscaped aquatics centre including a swimming pool, water...
Located 11.4 km from Les VansRoom from 38 €

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