Monts d'Ardèche, Regional natural park and geopark in Ardèche, France
The Monts d'Ardèche spans across the Ardèche region with 51 geological sites showcasing diverse rock formations and natural phenomena.
The establishment of the park in 2001 marked a significant step in preserving the geological heritage dating back 550 million years.
Local geologists work with park authorities to document and study the geological features while engaging residents in conservation efforts.
Visitors can access detailed information about geological sites and guided tours through the park's information centers located throughout the territory.
The park contains eight distinct geological systems and thirteen different types of rocks, representing various periods of Earth's formation.
Location: Ardèche
Inception: 2001
Website: https://parc-monts-ardeche.fr
GPS coordinates: 44.63444,4.25917
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:42
French national parks feature natural landscapes with mountains, glaciers, lakes and forests. The parks are home to diverse wildlife and plant species. Visitors can hike, watch birds and explore nature. The parks extend from the Alps to the Mediterranean coast.
Chauvet Cave
30.1 km
Auberge rouge
26.3 km
Mont Gerbier de Jonc
23.5 km
Chemin de Stevenson
39.8 km
Gorges de l'Ardèche
34.2 km
La Ferme aux crocodiles
47 km
Grotte Chauvet 2 - Ardèche
28.7 km
Aven d'Orgnac
37.1 km
Our Lady of the Snows
26.1 km
Pont d'Arc
30.8 km
Espace touristique des Crocodiles
47.3 km
Parc Avenue
13.3 km
Pont du Robinet
40.3 km
Cascade du Ray-Pic
17.6 km
Château de Ventadour
4.5 km
Cave Saint-Marcel-d'Ardèche
40.4 km
Lac de Villefort
33.2 km
Château de Vogüé
15.4 km
Château d'Aubenas
10.5 km
Pont du Diable
5 km
Mazan Abbey
17.1 km
Château de Maisonseule
42.6 km
Château de Beaufort
39.1 km
Viviers Cathedral
38.2 km
Bois des Géantes dolmens
39.2 km
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