Salavas: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes
In the old village of Salavas, pebble-paved calades wind between stone houses. A walking tour of Salavas makes it possible to discover the village’s historical features. A potter still works in Salavas today.
Those considering Salavas as a travel destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Culture and History
The oldest part of the Château de Salavas probably dates back to the 12th century. The oldest archaeological layer of the Églises de la Gleizasse dates from the 2nd or 3rd century.
The Tour du Moulin is a 21-metre-high fortress on a rocky island and was probably built in the 8th century. Later, the Tour du Moulin served as a mill.
The wider region around Salavas is home to several historical and archaeological sites. Alba-la-Romaine (Ardèche, France) -- Théâtre gallo-romain is an ancient site, as is the Site archéologique d'Alba-la-Romaine. The Chartreuse de Valbonne is a historical site there, while the Abbatiale de Goudargues is a monastery.
Nature and Activities
The Espace Découvertes Ardèche is a 12-hectare departmental site on the banks of the Ardèche. It has a canoe launch area as well as mountain-biking trails, including the Grande Traversée de l’Ardèche.
There are three climbing areas on the limestone cliffs of Salavas.
Surroundings
The Chauvet-Pont-d'Arc Cave and the Grotte du Château d'Ebbo are caves in the vicinity of Salavas. Sommet de Sigaud, a summit, is also nearby.
Serre de Colombou is a mountain in the area around Salavas.
To the higher-level travel overview: Ardèche.
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