What to do during your vacation in Drôme provençale?
Want to spend a weekend in Drôme Provençale? Discover Le Garrigon’s favorites for a relaxing vacation in Provence, with your partner, family or friends!
A weekend in Drôme Provençale to discover the region’s gastronomic heritage
The vineyards of Suze-la-Rousse stretch as far as the eye can see. 1600 hectares of the commune are given over to winegrowing and have AOC certification. The Château de Suze-la-Rousse is even home to the University of Wine. During your vacation in Drôme provençale, meet the winegrowers of Vinsobres. You’ll pass through AOC Côtes-du-rhône, AOC Luberon and AOC Ventoux vineyards. Tasty tastings await you. Stroll through Provencal markets in search of the unmissable Nyons olive, picodons (small goat’s milk cheeses), beehive products, black truffles, sun-drenched fruits, spelt specialties and lime blossom… As for sweet delights, Montélimar nougat is a must-try for palates young and old alike. A little less common, but just as tasty, is the papaline d’Avignon. This is a chocolate with Comtat oregano liqueur. Aesthetically, it bears a striking resemblance to Canada thistle.
Discover the wide range of local expertise
Visitors to the Drôme Provençale can discover the many potters, glassmakers and blacksmiths who open their doors to visitors. Amateur botanists will be delighted by the vast expanses of garrigue, and even more so by the botanical village of Manas. A vacation in Drôme Provençale also offers the chance to discover an essential oil distillery, cosmetics, candle and soap workshops, and theTaulignan silk workshop-museum. Take advantage of your vacation in Drôme provençale to discover the Luberon and the work of santonniers. These craftsmen create santons, which are incorporated into many Nativity scenes throughout France every year. Some workshops are open to visitors, so don’t hesitate to meet the craftsmen and trace the history of this tradition, which dates back to the Middle Ages.
Explore the Drôme on foot or by bike…
There are many walks and hikes in the superb gorges (Eygues) and gorges (Donzères) of the département. But everywhere in the Drôme Provençale you’ll find friendly, if sometimes furtive, encounters with the local fauna: you may be lucky enough to spot an eagle if you can take your eyes off the Provençal wonders to peer up into the sky… Water sports enthusiasts will be delighted to paddle the rivers in a canoe-kayak. An activity that can easily be shared with family and friends. Fishing, swimming, golf, paragliding, rock-climbing, hiking: vacations in Drôme provençale have plenty to offer.
Amaze yourself on vacation in Drôme provençale
If you’re looking for something different and want to get off the beaten track during your stay, we’ve got just the thing for you. Here’s a small selection of unusual places to visit. One of your meetings will take place in Pierrelatte, to discover the life of… crocodiles! John the American alligator, Potter the spectacled caiman, Pinocchio the guarial and many more await you at Crocodile Farm. Where do they come from? How do they live? What are their strengths and weaknesses? Find out all about these mysterious animals. Your stay or weekend in Drôme provençale will be rich in discoveries, activities and emotions. If the list isn’t long enough, you can always come to the reception desk and ask our team for more ideas. We’ll be delighted to welcome you to our campsite with swimming pool in Drôme provençale.
