Jaujac

Visit Jaujac, Rhone-Alpes

Jaujac is situated about 20 km west of Aubenas, the last seven km being along a quiet and very attractive valley between ancient volcanic peaks. The village is classified as an Ardeche 'village of character' and within the Parc Regional des Monts d'Ardeche.

As you approach the village you can see that it is in a very impressive location, with the Monts de l'Ardeche as a rocky backdrop to the medieval village below.

Exploring Jaujac

The village is divided in two parts by the river Lignon that flows through the middle of the village, the two parts being separated by a deep rock gorge and joined by an old stone bridge.

To one side of the river the narrow tracks and alleys run up the hill between the ancient stone houses, while on the other side of the river there is an open square with shady plane trees and a couple of cafes, and some local commerces.

Each side of the village has its own particular appeal and charm, so you need to explore both!

Jaujac also features three chateaux - the 12th century Chateau de Castrevieille (housing the village hall and some gites); the 14th century Chateau du Bruget; and the Chateau de Rochemure, now a centre for the Regional Natural Parc of the Monts de l'Ardeche.

Attractions close to Jaujac

Along the river valley below Jaujac you can see unusual octagonal basalt columns caused when the volcanic lava that formed the landscape was cooling 11500 years ago.

Close to the village and very popular with both children and adults is a tree-top adventure park, where you can follow a series of rope bridges, absails and swings through the upper parts of the trees. Bring a picnic and make a day of it!

Suggested places to visit near Jaujac, France

Distances shown are direct, driving distances will be greater.

More suggestions: Antraigues-sur-Volane 12km; Vogue 16km; Balazuc 17km; Joyeuse 18km; Labeaume 21km; Naves 28km; Vallon Pont d'Arc 28km; Gorges de l'Ardeche 28km; Alba-la-Romaine 29km; Privas 29km; La Garde-Guerin 30km; Banne 31km; Pont d'Arc 31km; Pradelles 33km; Saint-Montan 37km; Arlempdes 37km;

See these places and more on a map at places near Jaujac

Jaujac tourism: sights and attractions nearby

Monts d'Ardeche - regional natural parc (9km) : Vals-les-Bains - recommended detour (9km) : Gorges du Gardon - grand site of france (11km) : Cascade du Ray-Pic - site of natural beauty (16km) : Gorges de l'Ardeche - grand site of france (28km) : Bois de Païolive - site of natural beauty (28km) : Jardin du mas de l'Abri - remarkable garden (34km) : Aven d'Orgnac - grand site of france (38km) :

French version: see Jaujac (Francais)