Live an experience in the Drôme at La Barule

French drôme through the seasons

Le printemps a la Barule

The Drôme is beautiful in spring!

From February onwards, the almond trees bloom, and from March, the vegetation explodes; cherry, peach, and apricot trees offer a dazzling spectacle. The weather is nice and not too hot, making it the ideal time for beautiful bike rides or walks in the plains and to visit the millenary villages around Charols. We will help you organize your spring stay so that you can make the most of this beautiful season!

Swimming, fruits, and summer festivals!

The Roubion River, flowing through Charols, offers wonderful swimming opportunities starting in June. Numerous hikes in the highlands or along the rivers provide refreshing moments. It’s also the season for the fruits of the Drôme, including juicy peaches and sweet apricots. The Drôme festivals are in full swing—Festival Parfum de Jazz, Montélimar Agglo Festival, Crest Jazz Festival or Château de Freycinet Festival, Saoû chante Mozart.. Just an hour’s drive away are festivals of great renown such as Aluna and the Avignon Festival…

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An autumn with warm colors

The hills are adorned in warm hues; it’s the perfect time to explore by bike or on foot the villages, market stalls overflowing with fresh fruits, and artisan potters. You can enjoy the rich gastronomy and numerous quality restaurants around Charols, not forgetting the vineyards of the Rhône Valley. The exceptional heritage wealth will leave you with beautiful memories.

Winter at the rhythm of the olive and truffle harvest

The harvest of the black diamond takes place from December to March.

The truffle harvest : 

Some producers open the doors of their estates, allowing you to participate in the harvest.

  • The Domaine de Montine (near Grignan) offers a tour of their cellar, a truffle-based menu, and a demonstration of truffle hunting.
  • The truffle farm Les Lucs (near Charols) offers you the discovery of harvesting on a family property.”

Do you like truffles and are you interested in this mushroom?

Organize a stay from Charols while visiting the surrounding millenary villages. We can help you organize your stay if you reside at La Barule.

The renowned markets in Drôme dedicated to truffles are:

The Richerenches market (about 35 minutes by car from Charols)

Every Saturday morning with the truffle mass starting at 10:00 AM in Saint Denis Church, doors open from 9:30 AM; followed by the auction sale of the truffles from the collection on the town hall square. Possibility to book the truffle omelette via the tourism office at www.richerenches.fr.

The Saint Paul Trois Châteaux market (about 40 minutes by car)

Every Sunday morning. The uniqueness of this market lies in the inspection of goods by a committee before sale to ensure quality products for buyers, especially if you are not knowledgeable.

The Valréas truffle market

Every wednesday mornings.

A rich cultural heritage

Castles and perched villages

Gems such as the Château de Grignan overlooking the valley, the Château de Suze la Rousse, the Château de Montélimar, and the Tour de Crest, the tallest medieval keep in France. They offer visitors a journey back in time. These castles bear witness to the region’s rich architectural heritage and are captivating destinations for history enthusiasts. And what if you set out to discover the perched villages around Charols: Rochebeaudin, Poët Laval, Pont de Barret, Mirmande, Cliousclat, Puy St. Martin, Sauzet, Puygiron, Chateauneuf de Mazenc? Their cobblestone streets, stone facades, covered basins, and picturesque squares where it’s delightful to stroll, discover local artisans, or simply savor the sweetness of life at the terrace of a café while enjoying a pastis.

Local products and cuisine

All around Charols, there is plenty to delight your taste buds. At La Barule, we will be delighted to introduce you to the regional specialties such as Nyons olives, Picodon de Crest cheese, Montélimar nougat, Royans ravioles, Romans Pogne, Valence Suisse, local almonds, and the region’s flavorful fruits like peaches, apricots, apples, pears, grapes…

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Drôme Provençale by bike

Road bikes, hybrid bikes, mountain bikes—there’s something for everyone. Southern Drôme is a destination for cyclists, whether it be the greenways and bike routes (Viarhôna, Vallée de l’Isère, Vélodrôme), road cycling routes with over 2,000 km to explore including 88 road climbs for cycling enthusiasts, or mountain bike trails spanning 3,500 km. We are sure you will find your happiness here.

Why not make a stop to recharge at La Barule during a cycling journey? You’ll find tools for minor repairs, a place to recharge your e-bikes, do laundry to leave fresh, use a fridge, rest in a comfortable and quiet place, shop at the nearby convenience store or the local farmer’s shop where you’ll find quality local products, or walk to a restaurant… We love traveling by bike, which is why we’ve thought about what you’d like to find upon arrival. We’ve tested the region’s roads and paths for you, and we’ll be happy to help you find the route best suited to your bike and physical condition. On request, we can organize the transport of your luggage if you are itinerant.

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Would you like to rent a bike?

We can take care of it if you stay at La Barule for a minimum of one day.

Price for a hybrid bike rental: €15 per day

Electric bike rental: €30 per day (Subject to availability)

Would you like to be accompanied during a bike circuit?

It’s possible for us to accompany you on a discovery circuit that will be calibrated according to the physical condition and preferences of the participants. Please note that we are neither instructors nor professional guides, and this offer is available exclusively to clients of La Barule.

A massage ?

After the effort, comfort!

A massage during your stay in Drôme Provençale: Nathalie, my childhood friend, a professional nurse and masseuse, offers treatments to help you recover from your activities or enjoy some time to pamper yourself! Her professionalism, generosity, and experience will surely win you over. She comes on-site to La Barule.

Hiking around Charols

Do you enjoy walking to combine physical activity with the discovery of tourist heritage?

Many walks around La Barule will allow you to discover millenary villages (Rochebaudin, Pont de Baret, Manas, Poët Laval, Dieulefit, Eyzahut…), an exceptional forest (Saoû forest), cultural heritage (Château de Grignan, Crest Tower, village of Mirmande, city of Montélimar…), or climb summits to admire the landscapes (Montagne de Sainte-Euphémie, Les 3 Becs, Le Pomerol, Rochecolombe…)

You can also explore trails of great hikes such as the tour of the Pays de Bourdeaux… We will be delighted to provide you with itineraries tailored to your expectations and physical condition.

Do you prefer to be accompanied to fully enjoy without worrying about the route?

If you stay at La Barule, we can accompany you (note that we are neither guides nor mountain leaders) to help you discover the region according to your desires and physical condition.

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La pétanque!

Born in La Ciotat in 1907, this game has become an institution in Provence! Young generations mingle with the elderly under the shade of plane trees during lively matches, accompanied by southern accents and often enjoyed with pastis.

Do you know about pétanque and want to end this day in the Provençal style?

La Barule will provide you with pétanque balls free of charge, and you will certainly find players in the heart of the village to challenge or form your own teams with.

Are you not very familiar with this game and would like an introduction?

If you stay at La Barule, we can offer you an hour of initiation.

1 hour of pétanque initiation: €20 per person (minimum 2 people)

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