Saint-Thomas-En-Royans: Church, Crafts and River Landscapes

There are several distinct points of interest for your stay in Saint-Thomas-En-Royans: the village church dedicated to Saint Thomas, the pottery workshop in Le Sarret, and river landscapes and routes between the riverbank and the hillside. Depending on your interests, you can focus on culture, crafts, or outdoor activities.

Church and Pottery

The village church is dedicated to Saint Thomas and was built in the 19th century in the neo-Romanesque style. Neo-Romanesque refers to a later revival of Romanesque architectural forms, so here the style is associated with a 19th-century building. The church stands on the site of an older church; its apse may have been preserved. An apse forms the architectural end of a church space, and its possible preservation links the current building to the former church site. The present-day church was renovated in 1995. The year of renovation should be distinguished from the date of construction: it refers to later work on the building.

In Le Sarret, you’ll find Bernard Riguet’s pottery workshop. It is located on a hillside, about 1 km from the village, and is signposted from the church. The approximate distance and the signposting from the church provide two points of reference for your visit. Check in advance whether the workshop is currently open.

River Landscapes and Routes

Saint-Thomas-En-Royans is in the Vercors Regional Natural Park. Along the Lyonne and Bourne rivers, the municipality contains a Type I ZNIEFF area. These two designations refer to different geographic scales: the natural park places the municipality within a larger landscape, while the ZNIEFF area is specifically associated with the two rivers. Thus, the broader park designation sits alongside a more specific connection to the river landscapes.

There are hiking and mountain biking routes from the riverbanks up to the hillsides. The activities mentioned therefore extend from the banks to the slopes. If you’re planning a specific route, check the details locally before setting out.

Camping and Regional Produce

Pont de Manne campsite is located in Saint-Thomas-En-Royans on a 5-hectare site between a river and the edge of the forest. It has a swimming pool on site and offers canoeing and kayaking. The area figure describes the site; the swimming pool and water activities are specific amenities offered by the campsite. As facilities may change seasonally, check what is currently available before your visit.

Jaco'Pain in Saint-Thomas-En-Royans offers organic regional products and dishes made with organic, local ingredients for on-site dining. Products and prepared dishes offer two different points of interest: you can explore regional produce or consider the option of eating on site. This adds a specific culinary aspect to the town’s cultural and natural attractions.

Discover more destinations: Étoile-Sur-Rhône, Malataverne, Crépol, La Motte-Chalancon, La Chapelle-En-Vercors, Solérieux, Pennes-Le-Sec, Chabrillan

For the broader travel overview: Drôme.