Discover Saint-Roman-De-Malegarde through three themes: the village on the Aygues, traces of its history and the landscape around Serre de la Garde. The historic village lies on the river’s left bank. When planning your stay, you can decide whether to focus on historic structures, a hike or a wine tasting. The places and activities offer different perspectives, so you need not limit yourself to just one side of the village.
The Aygues Landscape and Views
The nature inventory dated 12 June 2024 classifies Saint-Roman-De-Malegarde as part of ZNIEFF 930012388, an 823.73-hectare inventory area associated with the Aygues. The area lists 40 animal species of particular conservation interest, including 14 key species. For nature enthusiasts, this brings together a clearly defined river landscape and an inventory quantified by species.
There is a viewpoint at Serre de la Garde. From there, views extend over the Aygues Valley, the foothills of the Alps, the Monts de l’Ardèche and the Cévennes. This perspective complements the information about animal species with an overview spanning several landscape regions. If you plan your outing around a particular focus, you can distinguish between the nature inventory and the panoramic views rather than treating them as the same kind of experience.
Traces of the Village’s History
The remains of the former castle date from the 12th century. Three towers built of dressed stone blocks, with loopholes, have survived and are integrated into more recent buildings. The central tower is partly built into the rock. The surviving structures thus reveal several features of the complex: the dressed stone blocks, the loopholes and the combination of older structures with more recent buildings. Saint-Roman-De-Malegarde also preserves traces from the eras of the Templars and the Hospitallers.
The lanes also lead to a specific destination: they take you to the Fontaine aux quatre masques. A Maltese cross is set into the façade of the parish church. Both details complement the castle remains with other forms of historic design—a fountain in the village and a symbol on the church façade. If you are interested in architectural history, the village offers more than a single historic landmark.
Trails, Getting Around and Wine
Visitors can follow the Serre de la Garde botanical trail. A hiking route leads to the summit of Serre de la Garde. The viewpoint at Serre offers the views described above, over the Aygues Valley, the foothills of the Alps, the Monts de l’Ardèche and the Cévennes. Check the route conditions before setting out, as they can change. This allows you to plan a village stroll and a hike as separate parts of your stay.
Place de Verdun is a convenient landmark for getting around the village: you can park there, four plane trees provide shade, and a fountain offers refreshment. Domaine Fond Croze offers a different experience: it is an organic wine producer in Saint-Roman-De-Malegarde, where wine tastings are available. If you would like to plan a tasting, confirm the arrangements before your visit. This way, village history, landscapes and wine can all feature in your travel plans, depending on your interests.
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For the regional travel overview: Vaucluse.
