About
Maison du Châtaigner tells all there is to know about the chestnut tree - the tree of history and a vital source of food - and is situated at Saint-Pierreville, the cradle of the Comballe variety.
Spoken languages
- French
Opening date
From 27/09 to 09/10/2026 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 9.30 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 5 pm. On Sunday between 9 am and 12.30 pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.
Saturday 10 October 2026 between 9.30 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 5 pm.
Sunday 11 October 2026 between 9.30 am and 12.30 pm and between 2 pm and 5 pm.
From 14/10 to 01/11/2026 on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 9.30 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 5 pm. On Sunday and bank holidays between 9 am and 12.30 pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesday.
Rates
Adult: 6 €, Child (7-17 years): 4 €.
Free entry for children under 7.
Means of payment
- Cash
- Bank/credit card
- Check
- Contactless payment
Services
- Film room
- Exhibition space
- Car park
- Coach parking
- Free car park
- Parking nearby
- Pets welcome
- Tourist information
- Shop
- Guided tours
Situation
Alert
🚲 Dolce Via – Roadworks in Saint-Martin-de-Valamas
From 19 to 30 October 2026, the RD120 road will be closed during the day (7:30 am–6:00 pm) at the bridge over the Saliouse.
⚠️ The local diversion will use part of the Dolce Via. Cyclists, please take extra care and follow the signs near the roadworks and while travelling along the diversion route.
The road will reopen every evening from 6:00 pm and at weekends.
🚲 Ardèche Marathon
⚠️ Exceptional closure of the Dolce Via
Between Le Cheylard and La Voulte-sur-Rhône
Sunday 25 October, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Closed to vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians due to the Ardèche Marathon.
