Viviers, Administrative division in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
Viviers is a commune located on the right bank of the Rhône River in Ardèche, situated across varying elevations that shape its landscape. The settlement centers on the Cathedral of Saint Vincent, with historic fortifications and residential areas surrounding this focal point.
During the medieval period, local bishops held both religious and political authority over the area. In 1307, they formally accepted the French crown's sovereignty, marking a shift in how the region was governed.
The old town center features winding stone streets lined with medieval buildings that create an intimate neighborhood feel. Local residents and visitors move through these narrow passages, where the layout itself reflects centuries of gradual development.
Walking through the old town involves navigating narrow streets and stairs, so sturdy footwear is recommended. Allow extra time when exploring since the terrain includes slopes and the streets can be steep in places.
The Cathedral of Saint Vincent displays Romanesque features and has been modified and restored multiple times over the centuries. Its architectural style reflects the different periods that shaped the structure.
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Pont du Robinet
3.5 km
Viviers Cathedral
162 m
Viviers Roman bridge
1.5 km
Castle of Saint-Montan
7 km
Défilé de Donzère
3 km
Maison des Chevaliers
102 m
Évêché de Viviers
349 m
Maison diocésaine Charles de Foucauld
192 m
Chapelle Notre-Dame-du-Rhône de Viviers
259 m
Hôtel de Roqueplane
275 m
Maison Mompar
47 m
Chapelle Saint-Ostian de Viviers
2.2 km
St Thomé Castle
5.6 km
Couvent Saint-Roch de Viviers
228 m
Usine de chaux, chapelle Saint-Victor de la cité Blanche
3.6 km
Chastelas de Saint-Thomé
5.2 km
Église Saint-Thomas de Saint-Thomé
5.3 km
Hôtel de Tourville
82 m
Chapelle Saint-Sébastien de Saint-Thomé
5.4 km
Église paléochrétienne de Viviers
311 m
Immeuble Lacombe
325 m
Hôtel Beaulieu
44 m
Vierge de la Joannade
238 m
Église Saint-Laurent de Viviers
44 m
Église de la cité ouvrière Lafarge, appelée aussi Cité Blanche de Viviers
3.6 km
Église Sainte-Marie-Madeleine de Saint-Montan
7 km
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