Riotord

Riotord

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownRiotordMarlhes at 6.7 km (13 min)
Insee code43163Dunières at 7.8 km (12 min)
Postcode43220Saint-Régis-du-Coin at 8.2 km (17 min)
Latitude45.2318260Saint-Julien-Molhesabate at 10.3 km (18 min)
Longitude4.4008350Saint-Sauveur-en-Rue at 11.5 km (15 min)
AltitudeFrom 791 to 1369 metersMontfaucon-en-Velay at 11.7 km (15 min)
Surface51.88 km²Jonzieux at 13 km (26 min)
Population1221 inhabitantsRaucoules at 13.2 km (18 min)
Density23 inhabitants/km²Montregard at 13.4 km (21 min)
Chief townLe Puy-en-Velay (at 57 km, 58 min)Saint-Romain-Lachalm at 14.7 km (26 min)
DepartmentHaute-LoireSaint-Genest-Malifaux at 15.4 km (31 min)
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TOWN PRESENTATION

The common Riotord is located in Haute-Loire to the limits of the Ardèche and the Loire. It is located on the western flank of the Cevennes (Tracol neck) and Park boundary Pilat.

The town was divided under the old regime between Forez (about 3 / 4) and the Velay but depended on the diocese of Le Puy.

Forest Land (Taillard or size), it developed the timber industry (sawmills) and then with his power potential in the textile industry (milling, weaving, dyeing and printing).


SIGHTSEEING

Claves former Cistercian abbey, founded in 1175. She keeps a church from the sixteenth to the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, adorned with an altarpiece of the 17th century and an architectural decoration and trompe l'oeil. A medieval garden adjoins the. Site has preserved all the characters and a Cistercian flora preserved. Many walks possible.

Park Sol-Public Art: Sculpture Park, large communal area, 50 modern works from March to December multimaterial m high. Free access, guided tours by international artist Gustav Schubotz. Booking every Sunday from 16h to 18h at the Office de Tourisme de Montfaucon or by calling directly from the artist at 28 June 2004 27 81.

Ecomuseum Boutières-Pilat: visits by appointment at +33 6 86 66 12 87.

Greenway route using the old railway.

Visitor center and activities Claver (national base Neutrals Scouts of France). Home for all. Enquiries +33 4 71 75 38 60.


EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Medieval festival from August 15 to Claves.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Trapper evening in a Finnish cabinNature and the outdoors8 €Lapte (12.3 km)
Velay-express historic railwayEntertainment15 €Tence (15.5 km)
Fishing for beginners and improversNature and the outdoorsFrom 85 € to 145 €Saint-Maurice-de-Lignon (20 km)

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PHOTOS
Sol-Art Sculpture Park in Riotord
  
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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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RESTAURANTS 
La Fondue chez le Père Charles  
7.3
Le Bessat
At the center of Bessat village, about twenty kilometers from Saint-Etienne, La Fondue chez le Père Charles welcomes you in a beautiful stone house. You will enjoy gourmet French cuisine...
Located 17.7 km from Riotord44 € per person 
Le St Fé  
7.8
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Saint-Ferréol-d'Auroure
Discovery - Deli, citrus salmon, bream, duck and other delicacies await you at Le St Fé restaurant, close to Saint-Etienne, in the charming town of Saint-Ferréol-d'Auroure. A party...
Located 18.3 km from Riotord25 € per person 
Le sabot de l'Atre  
9.8
Saint-Maurice-de-Lignon
In the region of Saint Etienne, lost in the heart of the campaign is this building dating XVII centuries. Tastefully renovated, it is in this quiet and green that you can discover the...
Located 19.4 km from Riotord25 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La roche aux fees    
9.7
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Lapte
La Roche aux Fees is located on the site of a former silk mill and also a site of rock energy. This place is reserved for lovers of the forest. Our room with hints of honey, offers...
Located 12.6 km from RiotordFrom 57 € to 63 € 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 19.3 km from Riotord71 € 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 19.4 km from Riotord55 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
La Tuile aux Loups  
9.6
Monestier
Ancient typical Ardèche, fully renovated. Cottage very comfortable located in a picturesque village in mountainous 15 km Annonay and 100 km south of Lyon. Located between the Pilat...
Located 10.9 km from RiotordFrom 370 € to 700 € per week 
Gîte 3* la roche d'albert tence  
9.2
Tence
Large stone house of 265 m² classified 3 * (Gîte de France) on 5000 m ² of meadows and woods, south full. Comfort insured: 7 spacious bedrooms, spacious rooms. Shower room, bathroom,...
Located 14.3 km from RiotordFrom 585 € to 960 € per week 
Gites du domaine de Maure
Quintenas
Le Domaine de Maure, 6ha of private property, fenced at the forefront of the Ardèche Verte geographical, welcomes you in its two adjoining cottages to mansion owners Very close to the...
Located 22 km from RiotordFrom 430 € to 470 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping le lignon    SPECIAL OFFER
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 20 km from RiotordFrom 12.85 € to 16.20 € per day 
Camping du Bas Larin  
Félines
Located 370 meters north of the Ardèche, Camping Lower Larin offers in a green, a friendly and comfortable, shaded and bounded 67.
Located 28 km from RiotordFrom 14 € to 17.50 € per day 
Camping de retourtour    
8.5
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 30 km from RiotordFrom 12.96 € to 18.96 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hôtel de France     
8.5
Le Bessat
Located in Le Bessat in the Rhône-Alpes Region, Hôtel de France features a garden, terrace and à la carte restaurant. It is set within the Pilat Regional Park, where guests can find...
Located 17.6 km from RiotordRoom from 43 €
La Fondue     
6.7
Le Bessat
This hotel is located in the centre of Bessat village in France's Loire region. It offers a restaurant, free Wi-Fi and en suite rooms with a desk and TV. La Fondue’s restaurant serves...
Located 17.7 km from RiotordRoom from 45 €
Best Western La Gentilhommiere     
7
Satillieu
This Best Western hotel is located in the Ardèche Verte region, a 15-minute from Annonay village. It has 2 swimming pools, a Hammam and tennis courts. La Gentilhommière offers rooms...
Located 18.7 km from RiotordRoom from 62 €

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Hotel Chris'tel
Hotel Chris'tel is located in the centre of Le Puy-en-Velay and offers free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi. Guest rooms at...
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