Pierrelatte

Pierrelatte

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownPierrelatte
Insee code26235
Postcode26700
Latitude44.3777500
Longitude4.6969810
AltitudeFrom 46 to 61 meters
Surface49.56 km²
Population13337 inhabitants
Density269 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelBourg-Saint-Andéol at 4.8 km (7 min)
Chief townValence (at 71 km, 50 min)La Garde-Adhémar at 6 km (7 min)
DepartmentDrômeSaint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux at 8 km (11 min)
RegionRhône-AlpesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Medium-sized town in the Drôme Provençale, Pierrelatte discovered without difficulty simply be guided between the Rhone Alps and the latitude of the birth of the olive tree mythical southern course with gentle and well- be generated by 2550 hours of sunshine per year, a sky blue generously through the combined action of the sun and the Mistral valiant value more than feared.

Legends: further in time, it is said that Gargantua, weary of his wanderings through France and limping, had sat a moment on the Mont Ventoux for a breather and get rid of a bad stone in his boot on which suffer horribly. Thus was born Pierrelatte, or at least its rock, small stone fell from a giant boot in the middle of a wide plain, unusual rock foundation stone of immense future achievements.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Pierrelatte welcomes you to its old center where you can visit:
  • The Chapel of the Penitents of the 12th century.
  • The Rock, the highlight of the city, wherein are many summer shows.
  • The Municipal Museum of Paleontology, Mineralogy, Archaeology and History, housed in a former 18th century prison.
  • The Street of Love, very narrow and typical villages of Provence from the 10th to the 14th century.
  • The remains of an old windmill.
  • At the center of the old city, clock tower and its colorful history, where you can enjoy in the old priory of local products. To see the listed facade and gargoyles with Jacques scallops.
  • The Crocodile Farm.
  • A Pierrelatte, you can also enjoy the water level of Pignedoré, the swimming stadium and the city park.
Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Donzère,   Train station of Pierrelatte
Information pointsTourist Office of Pierrelatte
Leisure centresAnimal Park La Ferme aux Crocodiles

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

The Provencal market on Friday morning is one of the largest in the region with over 250 stallholders.

Pierrelatte is a city of entertainment and enlightenment. Indeed, it offers diverse and varied entertainment to the delight of all.

In summer: Summer: concerts, shows, entertainment varied.

In winter: the festival of lights and Christmas lights. You'll also be able to visit the manger Provencal Yvon Gueret.

It was in a festive atmosphere that you find throughout the year, choral singing, music festival, music stars and other cultural events and commercial.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Come discover the different villages and towns of the Drôme Provençale with close to Pierrelatte La Garde Adhemar, village classified among the finest in France.

Taste and taste the local produce: olive, truffle, nougat, picodon, honey, wine ...

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Maiden flight in a microlightSports sensationsFrom 35 € to 145 €Montélimar (23 km)
Canyoning, caving, via ferrataSports sensationsFrom 48 € to 54 €Vallon-Pont-d'Arc (24 km)
Canoe-kayak in the Ardèche GorgesSports sensationsFrom 18 € to 45 €Vallon-Pont-d'Arc (24 km)
Discover the Ardèche Gorges by canoeNature and the outdoorsFrom 34 € to 36 €Vallon-Pont-d'Arc (24 km)
Canoe hire in ArdècheSports sensationsFrom 19 € to 29 €Vallon-Pont-d'Arc (26 km)

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PHOTOS
Mill
 
Chapel of the Penitent
Lake of Pignedoré
 
Giant legend Pierrelatte: Gargantua
Pierrelatte deserves its 3 flowers
 
Clock Tower
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WEATHER
Wednesday 22 May
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Min. 6°C - Max. 17°C
Thursday 23 May
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Min. 1°C - Max. 17°C
Friday 24 May
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Min. 4°C - Max. 14°C
RESTAURANTS 
Le Logis de l'Escalin  
9.4
La Garde-Adhémar
Charm and discretion - Located in a small medieval village classified among the most beautiful in France, surrounded by ramparts overlooking the Rhone Valley, the Logis de l'Escalin...
Located 4.8 km from Pierrelatte63 € per person 
L'Auberg'inn  
8.4
Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux
The L'Auberg'inn Restaurant offers creative cuisine and original. At the invites you to enjoy dishes based on truffles, savory and sweet pizzas. On sunny days you can enjoy the air-conditioned...
Located 6.5 km from Pierrelatte25 € per person 
Le Rêve Debout  
8
Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux
Lunch chic and casual? Here is a good place in Saint-Paul-Trois-Châteaux, in Drôme: Le Rêve Debout. Enjoy the elegant simplicity of these places: wood furnishings and vegetal notes,...
Located 6.5 km from Pierrelatte30 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Côté Cour  
Bourg-Saint-Andéol
Bed and breakfast in Bourg Saint Andéol, the gateway to Provence. Pool, spacious rooms, kitchen and provençal, Patric welcomes you to this 18th century, summer apartments of the hotel...
Located 4 km from Pierrelatte130 € the double room 
Hotel particulier de Digoine  
Bourg-Saint-Andéol
This 18 th century old mansion welcomes you nearby the ardeche canyon and the castles of drome.
Located 4 km from PierrelatteFrom 119 € to 149 € the double room 
Mas saint pancrace    
9.8
Bourg-Saint-Andéol
The farmhouse is located on the right bank of the Rhone on the foothills of the mountains of Ardeche at an altitude of 220 m. Une property over one hectare in the middle of the garrigue,...
Located 6 km from Pierrelatte75 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Roussas
Roussas
This has Roussas beautiful little village in Provence that Valrousse The Cottage welcomes you, with your family or friends. Comfortably furnished, with central heating fuiol. Composed...
Located 10.3 km from PierrelatteFrom 400 € to 750 € per week 
Espace Loisirs Dominique, Laurent Quercy  
8.7
Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche
Your location is at the heart of a beautiful flower garden of oleander, at the entrance of the Gorges de l'Ardèche overlooking the medieval village of Aiguèze.
Located 13.1 km from PierrelatteFrom 275 € to 520 € per week 
Bellevue Appartements
Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche
At Saint Martin d Ardeche, tourist village located on the door of the Gorges de l'Ardèche, apartments, 2 *, for 2 to 6 persons, 50 m from shops, 150 m from the beach (Ardeche River)....
Located 13.4 km from PierrelatteFrom 360 € to 760 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping le pontet    
10
Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche
Located at the entrance to the reserve's natural gorge of the Ardeche and 1 km from the village of St Martin d'Ardeche, camping Le Pontet is the ideal place for successful holidays....
Located 12.4 km from PierrelatteFrom 12.50 € to 19.90 € per day 
Camping Indigo Le Moulin  
Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche
At Saint-Martin d'Ardèche, on the edge of a river and at the gateway to the Ardèche Gorges... Le Moulin Indigo Campsite is ideally located in the Ardèche in the south-east of France,...
Located 13.4 km from Pierrelatte 
Les truffieres  
Grignan
The Truffières: in a natural and preserved in the shadow of three acres of ancient oaks. The medieval village 1.5 km on foot. Mobil homes 4 and 6 people. Free WiFi. Restaurant and its...
Located 15.8 km from Pierrelatte15 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hotel le Caiman     
8.9
Pierrelatte
Located just 200 metres from La Ferme aux Crocodiles Animal Park, this 2-star hotel offers contemporary rooms with free Wi-Fi and an LCD TV. A buffet breakfast is prepared every morning....
Located in PierrelatteRoom from 65 €
Hotel du Centre     
8.3
Pierrelatte
Located in the heart of the historic centre of Pierrelatte, this hotel was a 16th-century abbey converted into a comfortable guest residence. It is ideal for a visit to the region...
Located in PierrelatteRoom from 32 €
Azur    
6.7
Pierrelatte
Located in Pierrelatte, this hotel is a 10-minute walk from the town centre. It offers rooms with free Wi-Fi access, an LCD TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. Hotel...
Located in PierrelatteRoom from 50 €

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Drôme
Hôtel du Parc
The Hotel du Parc is situated close to the historic centre of Montélimar, near the train station and the Allées Provençales,...
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