Domaine du Colombier in Malataverne
Staying at Domaine du Colombier is already experiencing a taste of Drôme Provençale. So, take advantage of your weekend with friends or your romantic getaway to discover the riches of this land. Preserved natural landscapes, lavender and olive fields, fortified villages with narrow alleys, vineyards... Beauty, charm, and history await.
Malataverne
At the gates of Provence, Malataverne offers various sites to visit.
The Hamlet of Rac, with its Gallic tombs and Roman villas, overlooks the Montélimar valley.
Notre-Dame de Montchamp Chapel (way of the cross, hill)
Mandrin Cave: a rock shelter inhabited during the Paleolithic period.
Explore Drôme Provençale
- Gastronomic Heritage: Drôme Provençale is an exceptional terroir offering a range of beautiful and delicious products to discover throughout your stay at Domaine du Colombier. The territory boasts 6 AOP (PDO) and 7 IGP (7PGI)(olive and olive oil - la Tanche, linden, picodon cheese, apricot, cherry, lamb, lavender, herbs of Provence, etc.).
- Montélimar Nougat: This confectionery, dating back to the 11th century, continues to delight gourmands of all ages.
- Nyons: Its AOC (PDO) olive oil enjoys great renown.
- Drôme provençale wine routes: Among the most famous are AOC (PDO) Grignan-les-Adhémar, Côtes du Rhône Méridionaux, Cru Vinsobres and Coteaux de Baronnie.- The Lavender Routes https://routes-lavande.com: To discover lavender and admire the vast blue fields during the blooming season.
Outdoor Activities
Climbing, paragliding, mountain biking, canoeing in the Ardèche Gorges, and more. There are activities for all ages and interests.
Domaine du Colombier offers bike rentals for exploring the landscapes of Provence.
Scenic Landscapes and Typical Villages
Regional Natural Park of Baronnies Provençales:
- Located between Drôme and Hautes-Alpes, the park offers stunning medium mountain landscapes to explore through beautiful hikes or bike rides. For a family day out, choose "Au fil de l'Eygues," a 30 km itinerary suitable and accessible between St-Maurice-sur-Eygues and Sahune.
Perched Villages of Drôme Provençale
- Montbrun-les-Bains, situated on the foothills of Mont Ventoux.
- La Garde-Adhémar, featuring the beautiful Romanesque church of Saint-Michel.
- Le Poët-Laval, founded by the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem.
- Grignan, built around the castle and the collegiate church.
- uze-la-Rousse, constructed on a rocky promontory. In addition to its castle, the fortress offers a new museum route dedicated to vine culture.
For more information, the tourist offices in the region are at your disposal :