The Three Crosses On Andance, Monumental cross in Andance, France.
The Three Crosses stand on a hillside above the Rhône River in Andance, offering sweeping views of the valley and the village below.
The monument honors three saints whose relics were reportedly recovered from the Rhône riverbanks during the medieval period in this region.
Local legends associate the crosses with tragic tales of lost children or women waiting for crusaders, adding layers of folklore to the site.
Visitors reach the monument via a steep hiking trail from the town center, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the climb.
The vantage point provides clear views of the 1827 suspension bridge and the terraced vineyards that define Andance's agricultural landscape today.
Location: Andance
Address: 8 Rte du St Joseph, 07340 Andance, France
GPS coordinates: 45.24275,4.79831
Latest update: December 1, 2025 15:45
The Ardèche combines natural formations with centuries of human settlement. This southeastern French département stretches from the volcanic heights of the Cévennes to deeply carved limestone gorges along the river of the same name. The Pont d'Arc, a 197-foot (60-meter) natural stone arch, marks the entrance to the Gorges de l'Ardèche, while the Grotte Chauvet preserves cave paintings created 36,000 years ago. The landscape alternates between forested plateaus like the Bois de Païolive, where weathered limestone takes unusual shapes, and river valleys that have supported communities for centuries. Several villages including Balazuc, Vogüé, and Labeaume cling to cliffsides above the water, their narrow lanes leading past castle ruins and Romanesque churches. The Cascade du Ray-Pic drops 197 feet (60 meters) over a basalt wall, while Mont Gerbier de Jonc holds the source of the Loire River. Beneath the surface, extensive cave systems include the Grotte de la Madeleine and the Aven d'Orgnac with its underground chambers. The Château de Crussol stands on a rocky outcrop above the Rhône valley, while the Château d'Aubenas dominates the town below. Between these natural and historical sites, the Train du Vivarais and the Vélorail des Gorges du Doux connect visitors to the region in practical ways.
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