Château de Crussol stands on a rocky promontory, overlooking the Rhône Valley. The structure dates back to the 11th century and is open free of charge all year round. Even so, check local conditions before you travel. With its history and setting, the château offers a different focus from wine tastings and outings through the vineyards around Saint-Péray.

Château de Crussol: History Above the Rhône Valley

The rocky promontory is part of the site’s history: Château de Crussol was built there in the 11th century, overlooking the Rhône Valley. A visit puts both the structure and the landscape in view. Open free of charge throughout the year, the château is a clear point of interest for travelers who want to include a historic site in their exploration of Saint-Péray alongside wine. Check local conditions before you travel.

Wine Tastings in Saint-Péray

At Domaine Rémy Nodin, you can combine a cellar tour with a wine tasting afterward. The cellar is located in a former stable that has been transformed into a wine cellar over the years. Visit arrangements vary by season; check the conditions for your chosen date in advance.

Domaine Rémy Nodin’s tasting features wines under four different appellations: red, still white and sparkling white wines. The selection may vary depending on availability. This also gives you different ways to approach the visit, with a focus on both the appellation and the various wine styles.

At Domaine du Tunnel, cellar tours and wine tastings are available by prior appointment. The cellar is described as atypical; check availability and arrange your visit before traveling. The estate’s cuvées are aged in a renovated tunnel.

The “Focus sur Saint-Péray” tasting workshop is devoted specifically to the Saint-Péray appellation. It covers the appellation’s history, geology and winemaking, and includes a sensory tasting. Check in advance whether an appointment is needed. The workshop combines knowledge about the appellation with a tasting, while cellar visits focus on the individual estates and their surroundings.

Explore the Vineyards on Foot or by Gyropod

The “Tour du vignoble de Saint-Péray” hike passes through the Ardèche Rhône valleys, offers beautiful panoramic views and runs near renowned wineries. A guided gyropod tour takes you through vineyards between Saint-Péray and Cornas and starts in Saint-Péray. It is part of the 2026 seasonal offering. Before making plans, check availability for your date and whether a reservation is required.

The two experiences offer different highlights: the hike focuses on the Rhône valleys, panoramic views and proximity to wineries. The guided tour connects Saint-Péray and Cornas with a ride through the vineyards.

Pottery at Poterie du Lardet

Philippe Jacques’s Poterie du Lardet offers pottery classes for adults. A visit to the workshop is possible by prior appointment. Ask about current class times when arranging a workshop, and confirm your visit in advance.

Poterie du Lardet’s ceramic work includes stoneware, porcelain, functional pieces and works decorated with engobe. As you explore Saint-Péray, you can focus on different interests, from architectural history and knowledge of appellations to vineyards and pottery.

Discover more destinations: Charmes-Sur-Rhône, Mezilhac, Valvignères, Antraigues-Sur-Volane, Chirols, Saint Pons, Jaujac, Malarce-Sur-La-Thines.

For the broader travel overview: Ardèche.