Châtillon-en-Diois is a medieval village located in the Drôme department. Named one of the most beautiful villages in France, nestled between endless vineyards and ancient monuments, it's a complete change of scenery! Just an hour and a half from Valence and Montélimar, Châtillon-en-Diois is a must-see for a relaxing weekend.
A town characterized by its wine appellation “Châtillon en Diois”, don’t hesitate to come and taste it.
Here is a list of 5 unmissable activities in Châtillon en Diois.
Written by Anto
02 May 2025
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This village is renowned for its medieval buildings and vineyards. Are you visiting Châtillon-en-Diois for a day? Don't miss a visit to the clock tower or a stroll through the streets and discover old film sets.
Keep your eyes peeled, Châtillon's heritage is full of hidden souvenirs such as numerous frescoes!
To the south of the Vercors Regional Natural Park, the Gats Gorges offer a magnificent natural spectacle.
Between Châtillon en Diois and Glandage, they are accessible to all.
Walks, particularly on old, secure roads. Parking is available at the entrance to the gorges.
In addition to being one of the most beautiful villages in France, Châtillon-en-Diois is also one of the botanical villages of Drôme! The town offers a walking trail to discover nearly 350 species of climbing plants, ground plants, and shrubs.
You can learn more about flowers using the different information labels.
To begin the tour, head to the Châtillon en Diois tourist office.
For a breathtaking outing, head to the Archiane Cirque! A short two-and-a-half-hour hike to admire the limestone cliffs. Located in the heart of the Vercors Regional Natural Park, the site is secure and signposted, and has a parking lot for hikers.
And for the more courageous, it is possible to climb the Archiane cirque by bike: an easy 21km ride accessible to all levels.
The Cabanon Trail is a hike that allows you to discover the vineyards of Drôme Provençale. The vineyard cabins are a must-see in Châtillon-en-Diois. They will allow you to learn more about the vineyards and grape varieties thanks to the labels hidden throughout the walk.
Finish the walk with a guided tour of the Maupas estate. With a little luck, you might even get to enjoy a glass of AOC Châtillon en Diois.
This one and a half hour hike is accessible to both young and old.
