32 km from Mas g'Ardéchois, a place for canoe kayak departures on the Ardèche, a beach where you can relax in winter and summer.
Balazuc is one of our favorite destinations to go and put your feet in the water under the bridge. A magnificent perched village, kayak canoes for rent, and a great snack bar, a bar restaurant, a castle with a breathtaking view of the Ardèche.
Prehistory:
Traces of human occupation dating back to prehistoric times have been found in the Balazuc area, including caves and rock shelters.
Notably, the Baume de Ronze cave yielded remains of the Mousterian and Aurignacian cultures.
Antiquity:
The Balazuc region was inhabited by the Helvii, a Gaulish people, before the Roman conquest.
The remains of a Roman villa have been unearthed at the Combe de Balazuc site.
Middle Ages:
The village of Balazuc developed around a medieval castle built in the 12th century.
The castle belonged to the Balazuc family, a noble family from the region.
Balazuc was a significant stronghold during the Hundred Years' War.
16th-18th Centuries:
Balazuc experienced a period of prosperity in the 16th century thanks to the silk industry.
The village was then affected by the Wars of Religion and the revocation of the Edict of Nantes.
In the 18th century, Balazuc was a major center for lavender production.
19th-20th Centuries:
Balazuc suffered an economic decline in the 19th century.
The village was revitalized in the 20th century due to the development of tourism.
Today, Balazuc is classified as one of the most beautiful villages in France.
The Balazuc castle is currently private property and not open to the public.
The village of Balazuc is famous for its stone houses and picturesque streets.
Balazuc is a perfect starting point for hikes in the Ardèche gorges.
The village of Balazuc has served as a backdrop for several films and television series.
Legend has it that Pope Clement VI stayed at the Balazuc castle in the 14th century.
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