7 unusual weekend ideas in love in Ardèche

Want a romantic getaway in the wild ardéchoise nature? Discover 7 unusual weekend ideas in love in Ardèche!

Located in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, southeast of France, Ardèche will charm you with its varied landscapes. It is indeed a true natural treasure. Then come and reconnect to nature and discover the Ardéchois heritage through our advice.

Gorgeous nights, experiences rich in emotion or even mild moments, live for sure an unusual weekend in love in Ardèche!

1. Baptism in helicopter at the Gorges de l’Ardèche

At the departure of Sanilhac, fly by helicopter during a baptism of air above the gorges of the Ardèche. A magical moment, the head in the stars, aboard a comfortable helicopter. In addition, many flight time choices will be offered.

On the programme: brief on safety rules and the course of the activity, before boarding the Bell 206 Jet RANGER and taking off the track. From there you will see the view of the wonders of the Ardèche, while listening to the pilot’s comments. Rivers, villages , castles or various bridges, you will see absolutely all the Ardecholic beauty!

At the end of your walk, go back to the aerodrome where you will be awarded your baptized air degree.

The accommodation closes: one night at the Bastide de Sanilhac

After so many sensations, nothing better than staying in this boutique hotel for an unusual weekend in love in Ardèche. Indeed, swimming pool and stone walls, tiled light... that's what awaits you in the Bastille of Sanilhac.

In addition, this ancient feudal home overlooks the Sanilhac valley, allowing you to admire the green landscapes of the Ardèche.

2. Weekend immersion ébéniste

Dive in the heart of Ardecholic nature and learn to make your custom table in solid wood with Benjamin. Indeed, it is in the sublime farmhouse of Benjamin and Typhaine that the activity awaits you.

Potager, many terraces, games room, not forgetting the imposing wooden workshop... It is a real happiness that awaits you. On Saturday evening, Typhaine and Benjamin will cook a delicious dinner, before leaving you free neighborhood.

At your disposal: tablefoot, flipper and hammocks to give way to relaxation before a good night. Indeed, you can sleep on site, in a room carefully prepared by your guests.

Finally, the little more of this experience is that you will leave with it your furniture makes your own hands !

3. A weekend in the air

Have you always dreamed of wearing aviator glasses to the old? The hair in the wind and fly into a plane in the wake of the 1930s? Then fly into the Ardèche sky on a multi-axis ULM.

Indeed, near Annonay, you will take altitude to admire the Rhone valley and the surroundings of Pilat. This ULM looks like a small ultra light and two-seater aircraft. It offers a panoramic view and allows you to fly safely thanks to its open cockpit.

A real extraordinary experience for your unusual weekend in love in Ardèche!

Unusual accommodation close by: overnight in "La Cabane à Drine"

For your evening, we offer " The Cabane in Drine " Always on the town of Annonay, this one welcomes you in a warm 33 m2 of wood, with tame lights. Then get the champagne, a sweet romantic night awaits you near the fireplace!

4. Survival course

In all seasons and in a beautiful natural setting, this survival course is a real challenge. In team with your partner, experience a self-overtake and moments of exchange and sharing. A program adapted to everyone and rich in emotions for a survival experience or simply for a sports holiday!

On the programme of this unusual weekend in love in Ardèche :

• Build survival shelters of all kinds;
• Know how to make fire with different techniques;
• Know how to read a map and find yourself in its environment;
• To manage in nature simply and effectively;
• Crossing various obstacles;
• Management of stress and autonomy;
• Know the basic gestures of survival, the principle of 5 Cs;
• Self-defense initiation;
• Initiation to first aid gestures.

You will have understood it, it is a true experience rich in emotions and in the surpassing of self that awaits you! Of course, it is after a wake-up fire that you will spend the night in the middle of nature. A unique experience like him!

5. Weekend strong sensations

Meet at the Aubenas aerodrome, 50 minutes away Montélimar , for your tandem parachute jump. Indeed, do the full adrenaline by throwing you into the void at 4,000 meters altitude with a parachuting professional. It is then a flight of 10 to 15 minutes awaits you for a jump in the void.

Rest assured, you will be firmly attached to your monitor! Note that your fall will last 50 seconds at a speed of 200 km/h. What to do with strong sensations during your unusual weekend in love in Ardèche!

The accommodation cuts heart: a night in 3-star guest room, at “The evidence”

At nightfall, rest at 10 minutes from Aubenas, in Prades, in a guest room at “L’évidence”. Dans this charming cottage 3 stars , enjoy terraces overlooking the valley, the swimming pool, but also your warm room. What to rest after such a strong experience in sensations!

A continental breakfast will be served in the morning. For dinner, the guest table is open to you. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy lunch baskets for your hiking or cycling tours. A real comfort, to spend an excellent unusual weekend in love in Ardèche.

6. Rally in Subaru

Did you dream of being a driver of a great car brand? So live the exclusive with a rally coaching on the Les Granges-Gontardes circuit during your unusual weekend in love in Ardèche. In fact, in duo, drive near Montélimar for a personalised ride with one or more cars.

BMW, Mégane, Subaru or other vehicle is your choice! Like moments on the map, programme your day or half day with the monitor. Degressive braking, avoidance, drifting, load transfer... It is up to you to see the techniques you want to deepen.

The unusual accommodation close to the heart: one night at Château de Mauras

Just 30 minutes from Montélimar, enjoy the Château de Mauras and its sumptuous rooms. This property features an outdoor swimming pool and free cable internet and private parking.

All rooms at Château de Mauras include a private bathroom with spa bath, shower, bidet and toiletries. They also have a safe, a TV and a terrace.

In addition, note that a continental breakfast with homemade jams will be served in the early morning. You will also find shops and restaurants only 2 km away.

Do you want to do more sport during your unusual weekend in love in Ardèche? So a tennis court is 8 km away and a golf course is located 30 km from the Castle.

7. Oenological escalation at the Besset Castle

Owner of several hectares in the Rhone Valley, in Cornas and Saint-Péray, Jean-Luc is a man of passion. Since its very first vintage in 1987, he has worked on a reasoned viticulture.

Indeed, its aim is to produce a wine in its image: an authentic and quality wine. Protected from the winds and natural receptacle of the rays of the sun, this very steep south-east oriented terroir is unique. There are wines of character drawn exclusively from the Syrah grape.

This is why we offer you a real time of ecology exquisite during this unusual weekend in love in Ardèche. The Château du Besset offers a 4×4 tour, followed by a tasting of the prestigious Colombo vineyards located in Cornas.

The unusual accommodation close by: one night at the Château du Besset

Finally, always on the scene, enjoy this prestigious domain to spend a night at the height of its grandeur. It is indeed in this quiet environment, surrounded by nature, that you will enjoy a disappointing room, worthy of a 15th century castle.

Finally, in front of the latter, the old magnanerie restored in a contemporary style invites you to its table d’hôtes. You will then enjoy refined cuisine, combining local products and seasonal vegetables. What fun throughout your unusual weekend in love in Ardèche!