Picnic, nature walk… the next meetings at the Provence Occitane tourist office, from Vénéjan to Saint-Christol-de-Rodières

Admirer les cascades du Sautadet, lors d’un petit-déjeuner au lever du soleil jeudi 25 juillet, à La Roque-sur-Cèze. Midi Libre – MIKAEL ANISSET

the essential The Provence Occitane tourist office invites vacationers and local residents alike to original and friendly meetings.

The Provence Occitane tourist office invites vacationers and local residents alike to original and friendly meetings. On the program this week: this Monday, July 22: "Picnic" in Saint-Christol-de-Rodières. "Departure at 6 p.m. for a one-hour guided tour to discover the village" (meet in front of the town hall for the departure of the guided tour). At the leisure area, a small local producers' market will be held with tastings, all in a musical atmosphere. For the meal, food trucks or picnic from the bag, your choice. Free animation, free access.

Local fauna and flora

Tuesday July 23, meet in Vénéjan, with a “Winegrower Aperitif”. It’s a "evening made for our epicurean friends! From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., a discovery of wines from the Belle-feuille estate will be offered. The tasting will be done in the company of the winemaker, all accompanied by a gourmet board. An accordionist will accompany the evening for an exceptional atmosphere and setting!" 
Meet at the Chapelle Saint-Jean-Baptiste. Prices: 13 € from 13 years old, 7 € for ages 7-12.

Wednesday July 24: nature walk on the Vallon des Salamandres trail, around the Chartreuse de Valbonne. From 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., for nature enthusiasts, exploration of local fauna and flora with a naturalist guide from the Syndicat des Gorges de l’Ardèche. "Participants will discover all the geological secrets…" Appointment is given in the Chartreuse de Valbonne parking lot in Saint-Paulet-de Caisson. Prices: 8 € from 13 years old, 4 € for children aged 7 to 12, 20 € the family package (2 adults + 2 children).

A hike at sunrise  

Finally, Thursday July 25: "Sunrise hikes" in La Roque-sur-Cèze. Departure in the morning, at 5:30 a.m. for a crossing of the village of La Roque-sur-Cèze then a resplendent panoramic view at the foot of the castle, a hike to discover the local flora and finish in style on the natural site of the Cascades du Sautadet to a breakfast while watching the sunrise. Prices: 8 € from 13 years old, 4 € for children aged 6 to 12, 20 €, family package (2 adults + 2 children).

Info and reservations: 04 66 89 54 61. Provence Occitane tourist office, here.