Sampzon

Sampzon is a riverside village situated along the Ardèche in the region of Ardèche in southern France. The settlement rises on varied terrain where multiple rivers converge, creating a distinctive landscape that defines the area.

The area has roots reaching back to Roman times, when settlers left traces of their presence in the landscape. The village later developed around the Church of Saint Martin, which became a spiritual center for the community.

The old village keeps its traditional stone architecture, with narrow streets and houses that show how people lived in earlier times. Walking through reveals the daily patterns and building styles that shaped life here for generations.

The village offers accommodation options for visitors and sits near walking trails that explore the surrounding landscape. The area is best visited during warmer months when paths are easily accessible and the weather is favorable.

A distinctive rock formation called Rocher de Sampzon rises prominently where three rivers meet and converge, creating a recognizable shape. Walkers are drawn to this point for the views it offers across the river valleys and the sense of standing at a natural crossroads.

Location: Ardèche

Location: arrondissement of Largentière

Elevation above the sea: 223 m

Shares border with: Grospierres, Ruoms, Saint-Alban-Auriolles, Salavas, Vallon-Pont-d'Arc

Address: 07120 Sampzon, France

Phone: +33475396271

Email: contact@sampzon.fr

Website: http://sampzon.fr

GPS coordinates: 44.42472,4.34333

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:02