The 5 most beautiful viewpoints in Ardèche Hermitage

1 - The Pierre Aiguille Belvedere

It's one of Ardèche Hermitage's must-see viewpoints. Accessible from downtown Tain-l'Hermitage, you'll reach your destination by following the “Route des belvédères” signs. This is the wildest of the belvederes, offering a 360° panorama of the Alps and Ardèche mountains. On a clear day, even Mont Blanc can be seen. The Belvédère Pierre Aiguille overlooks the Rhône, and its proximity to this river makes it a major site for observing bird migration. A wide variety of spectacular species are seen here every year.

The Pierre Aiguille belvedere is one of our top 5 most beautiful viewpoints in Ardèche Hermitage, thanks to its exceptional and prestigious location. It culminates at 336 meters on the mythical Colline de l'Hermitage, overlooking the communes of Tain-l'Hermitage and Tournon-sur-Rhône. A unique place, symbolizing the richness of our terroir, with its vineyards producing the famous Hermitage wine, one of the three Ardèche Hermitage appellations. A few steps away, at the top of the Colline de l'Hermitage, the panorama is breathtaking. Stop off at the Chapelle de l'Hermitage and take in the spectacular view.

Pierre Aiguille

2 - The Chapel Belvedere

We're just beginning our top 5 of the most beautiful viewpoints in Ardèche Hermitage, and already the urge to escape is strong. Let's cross the Rhône to Tournon-sur-Rhône. The Chapelle belvedere offers an exceptional view of the famous Colline de l'Hermitage, the Rhône and, further south, its meanders. You'll find your bearings on the orientation table. To get there by car, take the panoramic road (Route de Pierre) to Plats.

If you're a keen photographer, this is the perfect place to capture the moment. You can also reach the Chapelle belvedere via the sentier des Tours, starting from Tournon town center. The belvedere de la Chapelle is the ideal spot for a family picnic.

The Chapel Belvedere

3 - The Puy de Serves Belvedere

We continue our discovery of the most beautiful viewpoints in Ardèche Hermitage by going a few kilometers in the north of Tain l’Hermitage, in Serves sur Rhône. Staying by the side of the river, enjoy the view on the Rhône from the Puy de Serves Belvedere, located next to the delphinal castle “Castrum Cervia”. And two steps away, you will be surprised by the viewpoints of Méjean Belvedere in Crozes Hermitage and the Planards one in Erôme.

Puy de Serves

4 - The Saint Victor viewpoint indicator

From the center of Saint Victor village, go for a hike following the GR 42 route: this famous path will guide you to the viewpoint indicator. You will be surprised by the beauty of the landscapes in front of you: the ardeche plateau, and a bit further away you will recognize the Rhône valley with the Vercors mountains in the back, the Trois Becs, the Chartreuse and even the Mont Blanc if the weather allows it.

Saint Victor view

5 - The Mont Froid in Bathernay

From the valley, to the Ardeche plateau and the Drôme hills, there is a wide variety of landscapes in Ardeche Hermitage. In Drôme des Collines, it is in the heights of Bathernay that the view is worth the stop. On foot from the center of the village, take the alley ending in stairs leading to the church, a wonderful 11th century building listed as Historical Monument. Continue your walk by following the GR42 signs to climb on the Mont Froid crest. From there you will dominate all the Drôme des Colline, and you will have a view on the Tour de Ratières. Keep your eyes wide-open and enjoy this nature wonder. On one side the Ardeche mountains, on the other the Vercors ones. Amateurs will recognize the Moucherotte, the Grand Veymont passing by the Grande Moucherolle. On the heights, the Drôme hills bring out the beauty of the Baternay church. This viewpoint is also accessible by car.