Discover Chambonas: church, bridge and hiking trails

Specific points of interest include the Église Saint Martin, the Pont de Chambonas, the château and the trails through the hamlets. Specific points of interest include the Église Saint Martin, the Pont de Chambonas, the château and the trails through the hamlets. At the seasonal market of local producers and craftspeople in Le Pont park, local cheese, honey, bread, eggs, plants, vegetables, beer, catering and local crafts will be on offer in 2026; check the dates before you travel.

Church, bridge and château

The Église Saint Martin de Chambonas was rebuilt at the beginning of the 13th century and has been listed as a historic monument since August 5, 1907. A row of carved corbels runs beneath its also-decorated cornice. The church thus brings together architectural history and a distinctive design detail.

The Pont de Chambonas is the most significant medieval bridge in the Ardèche. Historically, it was an important crossing between the south and the Massif Central. It was probably built by the Benedictines of Saint-Gilles. Its role as a crossing and the tentative attribution of its construction are two distinct aspects of its history.

The Château de Chambonas was built in the 13th century by the De Lagarde family. It has five imposing towers with glazed roofs. The château also has a French garden laid out across five terraces, aligned with the bridge. This allows you to appreciate not only its architectural history but also the described connection between the garden and the Pont de Chambonas.

The church and château share a 13th-century connection: the church was rebuilt, while the château was constructed. The bridge adds another dimension through its historic function; its builders are only tentatively identified.

Hiking trails and the Chassezac

The GR de Pays Le Cévenol passes through Chambonas on its fourth stage. The Les Hameaux route (No. 43), by contrast, is a difficult 15.3 km circular route. It passes through the hamlets of Chambonas, between vineyards and chestnut trees. These offer different ways to hike: a route through the village as part of a stage, and a circular route with a specified distance and difficulty level.

Chambonas offers direct access to the Chassezac. The Base nautique Pont de Chambonas rents out pedal boats, canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards on the water at the Pont de Chambonas. In 2026, the season ran from June 15 to September 15. If you are planning a later trip and want to use these rental services, check the current season.

When choosing your destination, you can therefore consider different priorities: the history and design of the buildings, a difficult circular hike through the hamlets, or seasonal waterside rentals.

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