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NederlandsThe Viarhona at the South of Lyon in Ardèche Hermitage
815km of biking roads which are bringing joy to everyone. Live memorable moments along this emblematic green road. With your bike, cross the Auvergne Rhône Alpes and PACA regions by following the « Route du soleil » ( highway). Starting from the Léman Lake in Geneva to the mediteranean sea, the Viarhona offers a unique playground to change your mind and take the time to enjoy landscapes. Small villages, castles, vineyards, bridges, nature… So many reasons to ride along the river.
The Viarhona offers so many possibilities to accomodate yourself and enjoy ! After some kilometers, a resfreshing and gourmand break is to be done. Along the Viarhona in Tournon sur Rhône and Tain l’Hermitage : restaurants, bars or the Valrhona Chocolate Museum, gourmets will be glad to taste fresh local products. From the Viarhona green road, you can take another biking road heading to the Train de l’Ardèche. Take a « visit » break to enjoy an unmissable travel in a stream train. A small detour of 8km ( round trip) will allow you to admire the Gorges du Doux. A green and wild landscape will surely give you great memories of your bike trip along the Viarhona.
Campings at the south of Lyon, along the Viarhona.
The first camping located along the Viarhona, coming from Lyon, is the Camping de l’Iserand . A camping with a human dimension. Pool and shady spots bring joy to cyclists who wants to cool down. The camping offers the possibility to accomodate yourself in cabins or cyclo tents ! You can put your bikes and sleep confortably with the essentials. A great alternative to the tent fabric and the mobile home.
7km further to the South, the Camping Le Rhône ,in the center of Tournon sur Rhône, offers an exeptional view on the river and the surrounding vineyards. A park full of trees, a heated pool and its closeness to the shops give the campers the possibility to walk around to visit the Château Musée, the Sentier des tours or the beautiful cobbled streets.
The city of Tain l’Hermitage, on the other side of the Rhône, is rocked by the vineyards of l’Hermitage. The wine cellars, the Valrhona Chocolate museum as well as the legendary road N7 makes its reputation. The "Camping les Lucs " welcome Viarhona's cyclists with a splendid view on the river and an access on foot to the stores. If you wish to enjoy a greener and calmer spot, we suggest you the campings located at 3km from the center of Tournon in Ardèche. 5 campings by the river and close from the Train de l’Ardèche activity. Les Foulons , Youpendi , les Sables , la Bohème or le Castelet.
The « Accueil vélo » accomodations along the Viarhona
During your bike stay on the Viarhona, other accomodations are available :hotels, guesthouses or cotttages. Discover our « Accueil Vélo » certified accomodations ! At the heart of Tournon sur Rhône et Tain l’Hermitage, 5 hotels open their doors with the possibility to shelter your bikes : Les Azalées , les Amandiers , le Château ,les Deux Côteaux , all with 3 stars or the Fac & Spera with 4 stars. If you wish to live an original experience, we recommend you the Péniche Bed and Bicycle . A smart system, working with QR code to enter your room and an only digital reservation, allows unbeatable flexible schedules. Its spa and Sauna with nordic bath area will relax your legs muscles, numb from all these kilometers by bike. A great thing !
In need of a quick stop, solo or with friends ? The cottage Le Pied du Géant, in the heart of Tournon offers a night in dormitory.
Do you want to stay a little longer ? Enjoy a cottage for 4 persons : Regard sur le Fleuve . As its name implies, this furnished accomodation is located in Tain l’Hermitage and offers an incredible view on the Rhône.
Our outdoors activities!
Wanting to stop to explore our trails? Hikes, trail… discover our routes. Wild landscapes from Ardèche to the Drôme hill, passing by the Rhône Valley, take some time for a nature breakaway.
Only 1 hour away to the south of Lyon, the Ardèche Hermitage destination is ideal for a one-night break or longer, on your Viarhona journey. Some unavoidable activities, a gourmet and full of excellence terroir will bring joy to cyclists!
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