From the Ardèche to the Drôme in Biovalley

Before getting on your bike to go down to the valley, take advantage of this first day to discover this little town of the Ardèche. We advise you to stretch your legs in the Laville wood, nicknamed the green lung of Privas, or to discover the city thanks to a family treasure hunt* that will reveal the little secrets of this territory.

*Available at the Tourist Office of Privas

Dinner and night in a 3* hotel.

Distance 27 km - total uphill 50 m - Estimated time : 2h00

Leave Privas and its treasures and discover the Payre valley. This old railroad line will allow you to join, in complete safety, the Rhone valley, famous for its vineyards and its green way, the Viarhôna. You will cross many interesting structures such as tunnels, viaducts, bridges, footbridges or hydraulic structures...You will finish your day by crossing the Rhône to reach the Drôme.

Dinner and night in a 3* hotel.

Distance 32 km - total uphill 190 m - Estimated time : 2h30

Today, you will enter the Drôme Valley through Livron, where its old town is worth a visit. The rest of the itinerary gives way to a more open view of the surrounding massifs, winding along pleasant country roads, while riding along the Drôme river. You will arrive in Crest by the Ramières Nature Reserve, an ideal place to take a break, soak your feet or contemplate the wildlife.

Dinner at leisure and night in a bed and breakfast in the heart of the city.

Stage: 33 km – Elevation gain: 350 m – Estimated time: 4h00

For this more leisurely day, let yourself be guided by the rhythm of the valley and the beauty of the Drôme. A bike ride will take you through the green countryside, where birdsong and the scent of flowers will surround you. You can visit the Jardin des Oiseaux and marvel at the majestic foothills of the Vercors on your return via Vaunaveys-la-Rochette.

Stage: 18.5 km – Elevation gain: 150 m – Estimated time: 2h00

For a magical experience, ride up to Mirabel-et-Blacons, a charming medieval hilltop village where the 360° views over the valley will take your breath away. At the foot of the village, the turquoise waters of the Drôme river invite you to dip your feet or take a swim on its beautiful beach, perfect for a refreshing break that will delight both children and adults.

Visit of the Tour de Crest (not included) – Estimated time for individual (self-guided) visit: 1h00 

If you prefer a more relaxed experience, the Tour de Crest awaits you: a majestic medieval keep overlooking the town, where your imagination can travel back in time.

Between nature, relaxation, and discovery, this day promises unforgettable memories for the whole family.

Dinner at leisure and night in a guest room, in the heart of the city.

As your stay comes to an end, you will leave with precious memories of sun-drenched hills, perched villages, turquoise rivers, and moments shared with your family, along with the gentle certainty of having discovered the valley at your own pace and close to nature.