Hauterives, commune in Drôme, France
Hauterives is a commune located in the Drôme department of southeastern France. It is renowned for its association with Ferdinand Cheval's self-made Palais idéal. Geographically, the commune of Hauterives is bounded by the Galaure river which flows southwest through the middle of the commune. As of 2019, the commune of Hauterives has an estimated population of 6267 citizens. For visitors to Hauterives, the Palais idéal constructed by Ferdinand Cheval is a must-see attraction. Starting off as a lowly postman, Cheval began constructing his dream palace across 33 years and it eventually grew to be renowned worldwide. Constructed out of stones, minerals, and other small natural objects, the Palais idéal serves as a testament to the tenacity, passion and dedication of Ferdinand Cheval. Hauterives is a commune that offers its visitors a plethora of sights and activities. From the iconic Palais idéal, to its great outdoor activities, Hauterives has something to offer everyone. Tourists can also visit the nearby communes and explore various landmarks on their sojourn. Those interested in learning more about the commune of Hauterives, along with the entire Drôme department, can reference our See Also section for a list of communes in the area and our References section for more detail information.
Location: canton of Le Grand-Serre
Location: Drôme
Location: arrondissement of Valence
Population: 1876
Phone: +33475688310
Email: contact@mairie-hauterives.fr
Website: mairie-hauterives.fr
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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The Ideal Palace is a remarkable example of naive art architecture.
The 'Palais idéal' is an extraordinary example of naive art architecture.
The Villa Alicius is a distinguished residence situated in Hauterives.
