What to do in Saint-Vallier ?_{close to campsite les Îles de Silon}

The town of Saint-Vallier is located 70 km south of Lyon and 30 km north of Valence. The mythical N7 highway goes through the town giving a panoramic view of the Rhône river. The town is a genuine old medieval city with a rich cultural heritage. Come and discover the story of Diane de Poitiers and visit the many emblematic buildings.

Everyone can do as they wish at their own pace : Sport, Rambling, Heritage Whether you come as a couple, a family or alone, our region offers everything to suit all tastes !

Cultural Heritage

In June 2020 the town of Saint-Vallier was classed « Site Patrimoine Remarquable » for its remarkable heritage.

Here are three ways to discover the town’s not-to-be-missed attractions:

Guided tour with the Association Histoire et Patrimoine (visit in English possible. Contact the association for more detail)
Self-guided digital tour to discover the main monuments of the town using the QR code signs fixed to the buildings (follow the historical trail on the map)
Downloading the free app “Baludik” for an amusing visit “Les Joyaux de Diane de Poitiers” (Departure point Champ de Mars – for ages 7 and over – Allow 1h30)

Weekly Market

Find local products on the weekly market every Thursday morning on the Champ de Mars square and enjoy a cup of coffee in one of the typical French bistrots round the square.

The Bleu Rive Swimming Complex

The swimming complex “Bleu Rive” is only 300 metres from the campsite and is ideal to cool down, for swimming a few lengths or just relaxing.

Indoors:

A 25-metre length pool
A semi-circle pool
A « Wellness » area with jaccuzzi, sauna, hammam
A paddling pool for the little ones

Outdoors:

A semi-circle pool
A paddling pool for the little ones
A fast 2-lane slide

During the summer months, the pool will be opening its snack bar, where users can enjoy a snack or a drink. Throughout the year, the Aquatic Centre offers a range of activities: aquajogging, aquagym, aquapilates, aquabike… There’s something for everyone!

The Galaure Cinema

Ciné Galaure is one of the town’s important distractions. Open 7/7 the cinema offers a great variety of films from blockbusters to film festival award movies including current trend family comedies or seasonal cartoons.

Practical information : 2 screens, digital equipment, 3D, access for impaired mobility, parking closeby.

Buy your tickets at reduced prices at the campsite reception !

The ViaRhôna cycling track

Going from the banks of Lake Leman to the Mediterranean beaches the ViaRhôna travels through the town of Saint-Vallier. Access to the track is only 50 metres from the campsite.

Towards either Vienne or Tournon, the ViaRhôna is ideal for a few hours or a few days walking or cycling, discovering as you go along the various panoramas it has to offer.

The canotiers boat

Enjoy a rememberable day on the water or by bike, spending a privileged moment with women and men who work or make , preserve and highlight the vine, wine, chocolate, history, memory and culture.

Board the boat with your bike at the river stop in Saint-Vallier (50 metres from the campsite entrance) and head towards Tournon where you disembark and return by bike on the ViaRhôna ! (Return journey by boat possible also).

What to do in Saint-Vallier ?close to campsite les Îles de Silon