Soyons

Soyons

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Soyons
Insee code	07316
Postcode	07130
Latitude	44.8912490
Longitude	4.8522999
Altitude	From 104 to 280 meters
Surface	7.90 km²
Population	1986 inhabitants
Density	251 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief town	Privas (at 32 km, 36 min)		Charmes-sur-Rhône at 3.6 km (4 min)
Department	Ardèche		Toulaud at 4.4 km (7 min)
Region	Rhône-Alpes		Search another town

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Proud of its past, the village of Soyons introduces visitors to the historic center with old streets, a few meters from the Rhone, and offers hikers a botanical walk, leaning tower and its view overlooking the valley at about 250 meters altitude.

This is also a journey through time that offers Soyons, revealing in his basement and its massive limestone, imprints left by our ancestors.

Indeed, the village has Soyons exceptional archaeological heritage. The archaeological site of human occupation attested from prehistory to the present day without interruption. The caves and the archaeological museum are the outstanding witnesses. So, have succeeded the Neanderthals, Cro-Magnon people Neolithic and Metal Age and Roman and medieval. The village's name comes from Soïo, the goddess worshiped by a Gallic tribe who made his capital Soyons.

On the site, you discover two prehistoric caves and concretions: the Grotto of Nero and the Fox Hole. The first monument, invites you to a trip into prehistory, while the Fox Hole plunges us into the underground world and provides access to a magnificent network of stalactites and stalagmites.

Located in the heart of the village, the museum labeled "Museum of France" presents the archaeological collections which are mostly the result of excavations carried out in and around Soyons. It traces the life of man from prehistory to the Middle Ages.

• The archaeological museum and caves Soyons:

• Located in the heart of the old town, the museum offers visitors a journey through time, from prehistory to the Middle Ages, through the presentation of objects discovered during archaeological excavations in Soyons and surroundings.
• Accessible through the botanical trail, caves Soyons occupy the eastern side of the Greenhouse Guercy. Recent research have led to major discoveries, including human remains bearing traces of Neanderthal décarnisation a paleontological including bears, hyenas, cave lions ... and networks concretions.
• Currently two prehistoric caves and concretions are open to the public: The cave of Nero and the Fox Hole.
• Cave Nero, historical monument, invites us to a journey into prehistory.
• The Fox Hole provides access to a network of limestone concretions decorated. We then discover the work of seepage that sculpt the subterranean environment and leave him a magical stalagmites, stalactites, draperies, columns ...
• Opening the archaeological museum and caves: From 1 April to 15 October: Wednesday to Sunday from 14h to 18h. In July and August: every day from 10h to 19h. Last tour of the caves starting 1 hour before closing. Guided tours all year round for groups by appointment (group of 10 persons).
• Address: Archaeological Museum - Place of the Goddess Soïo - 07130 Soyons.
• Tel: +33 4 75 60 88 86 - Email: musee@soyons.fr
• Fee.

• To get to the Leaning Tower or Soyons caves, take the path Mr. Astier overlooking the city, starting from the south exit of Soyons. Along this path, panels provide information on the surrounding vegetation, we find for example the Lebanon cedar, Aleppo pine, the tree parakeet, buckthorn, wild orchids ... The eye is attracted by the beauty of the natural environment and the magnificent panorama of the Rhone valley and the Vercors.
• Ardèche Miniatures (Park miniature train): From Mont Gerbier de Jonc the Pont d'Arc, rivers and trains criss 2800m ² of natural scenery: landscapes of Ardèche reproduced in 1/25th scale.

• Labyrinth plant in Toulaud.
• Villages (Beauchastel, Chalencon).
• Adventure Park in Aquarock Valley Eyrieux.
• Bike-rail track on an old railway Tournon.

Aerial view of village Soyons		The Leaning Tower of Soyons
The lônes and banks of the Rhone		Cave Nero family Neanderthal
Cave Soyons: Trou du Renard		Museum Soyons: Amphorae
Cave Nero workshop initiation excavations

Tuesday 21 May Day Night Min. 7°C - Max. 16°C

Wednesday 22 May Day Night Min. 3°C - Max. 14°C

Thursday 23 May Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 14°C

Domaine de soyons 'chateau du Sénateur' Soyons Restaurant In a beautiful 19th located in a park of 2 hectares. Une delicate cuisine, dishes prepared by the chef with seasonal produce pourons delight you. Located in Soyons From 20 € to 65 € per person

SEPT   9 Valence Discover the 7 Pic home welcomes you in a setting full of humor, in a Baroque style, to meet the national symbols 7, gatronomades the road yesterday. Let yourself be seduced by a sophisticated... Located 3.9 km from Soyons 30 € per person

La Syrah   8.4 Valence Best Western Clos Syrah and restaurant welcome you La Syrah in Valencia, near Provence. Inside the decor is modern and the lounge atmosphere. You will enjoy authentic gourmet cuisine... Located 4.9 km from Soyons 32 € per person

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La Bastide de la Tour     9.8 Soyons The Ardèche hillside 10 minutes from Valencia, overlooking the Rhone Valley, this charming house offers 3 quiet rooms and a bed and breakfast, in a wooded park with a large swimming... Located in Soyons From 60 € to 70 € the double room

Josette Jean-Marie Pion     9.6 Portes-lès-Valence -Room for 2 persons: bed 160/200. Room for 1 person, 120/190. -Salon can accommodate 1à2 person (s). Room with bath / shower and toilet side. Very quiet location, near a wood) 4.2 km... Located 3.5 km from Soyons From 30 € to 55 € the double room

Les lauriers roses     8 Bourg-lès-Valence Located near the boulevards of Valencia, the exhibition we offer our guests rooms very comfortable bed 160 power in a villa with pool, garden and parking quiet residential. Located 7.6 km from Soyons From 45 € to 55 € the double room

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La Bergerie Champis XIXsc stone house. Situated in a quiet clearing of 1.5 ha. with garden and private heated pool with robot maintenance. Porch swings for children. Comfortable bedding (double bed 180... Located 9.9 km from Soyons From 780 € to 1680 € per week

Gîte La Clé des Champs   9.5 Loriol-sur-Drôme Character cottage located between Montélimar and Valence. At 5 min Loriol motorway exit. It is fully renovated in an old farmhouse and adjoining owner's home surrounded by orchards.... Located 17.9 km from Soyons From 370 € to 550 € per week

Gîtes des Gorges du Doux Fjord   8.4 Colombier-le-Vieux Want to clean air, quiet, scenery, tradition? Join us in the heart of the Ardeche at the entrance of the Gorges du Doux. An area of ​​8 hectares occupied by horses fjord, this old farm... Located 21 km from Soyons From 450 € to 800 € per week

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Camping les voiliers     9.2 Beauchastel In Ardèche, at the end of the island Beauchastel camping extends smoothly along the historic canal of the Rhone. Enjoying a perfect exposure and great views. The 114 pitches all fully... Located 7.9 km from Soyons From 14 € to 18 € per day

Camping les foulons     9.8 Tournon-sur-Rhône http://www.camping-les-foulons.com. Welcome In the Green Ardéche in a familiar ambiance. At 3 km from the village center, the camping is situated at the riverside. Restaurant Bar swimming-pool,... Located 19.9 km from Soyons From 16 € to 21 € per day

Camping Les Sables     9 Tournon-sur-Rhône Camping Les Sables, for holidays and family-friendly in the Ardèche, with children club, mini golf, multi sports. Every day tournament is organized (football, volleyball, petanque...)... Located 19.9 km from Soyons From 13 € to 16 € per day

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Le Domaine De Soyons      6.3 Soyons Located less than ten kilometres from Valence, Hotel Domaine de Soyons offers a charming backdrop for a relaxing stay in a refined setting in the heart of a 2-hectare parkland. Hotel... Located in Soyons Room from 95 €

Balladins Valence Sud - Porte Les Valence      7.2 Portes-lès-Valence Located in the Rhône-Alpes region near the Rhone River, the Balladins Valence Sud offers views of the Alps mountain range. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. The air conditioned... Located 2 km from Soyons Room from 35 €

Mercure Valence Sud      7.7 Valence Located a 5-minute drive from Valence city centre, Mercure Valence Sud features an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant and free Wi-Fi throughout. Free private parking is available on... Located 2.5 km from Soyons Room from 56 €

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