Saint-Avit

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Saint-Avit is a commune in the Drôme department in southeastern France. Saint-Avit wss detached from the municipality of Ratières on November 15, 1869 and is located 17 km east of Saint-Vallier and 10 km north of Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse. ()

Alternative names: Population: ~310 pplArea: 3.45 mi²Coordinates: 45°11'50"N, 4°58'10"E

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Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesFrance

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Saint-Avit – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Château d'Albon, La Motte-de-Galaure, Collégiale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul, Postman Cheval's Ideal Palace.

6 miNW
Forts and castles
Château d'Albon
153 min walk • Nestled in the scenic Rhône-Alpes region of France, the Château d'Albon is a historical gem that dates back to the medieval era. This majestic castle, perched on a hilltop, offers a glimpse into the past with its imposing structure and rich heritage.
3.1 miW
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La Motte-de-Galaure
78 min walk • La Motte-de-Galaure is a former commune in the Drôme department in southeastern France. On 1 January 2022, it was merged into the new commune of Saint-Jean-de-Galaure.
5.2 miS
Church
Collégiale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul, Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse
132 min walk • The former Collegiate Church of Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul and the Delphinal Palace are monuments located in the commune of Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse in the Drôme des collines.
5 miNE
Architecture, Monuments and statues, Historical place
Postman Cheval's Ideal Palace, Hauterives
128 min walk • The Ideal Palace is a monument built in Hauterives by the factor Ferdinand Cheval, from 1879 to 1912.
2.5 miN
45°13'59"N • 4°58'20"E
Couvent de Charrière, Châteauneuf-de-Galaure
64 min walk • Sacred and religious sites, Historical place, Church
3.9 miSE
Forts and castles
Château de Charmes-sur-l'Herbasse, Charmes-sur-l'Herbasse
101 min walk • The castle of Charmes-sur-l'Herbasse is located in Charmes-sur-l'Herbasse in the French department of Drôme in the region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
4.4 miNE
Cemetery
Tombe du silence et du repos sans fin, Hauterives
112 min walk • The tomb of the Factor Cheval is the tomb of Ferdinand Cheval, built by himself in the cemetery of Hauterives. "The tomb of silence and endless rest" as the factor Cheval called it is classified as a historical monument by order of May 23, 2011.
4.9 miNE
Forts and castles
Château d'Hauterives, Hauterives
125 min walk • The castle of Hauterives is a castle located in Hauterives and partially registered as a historical monument since 1926.
4.7 miSE
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Margès
120 min walk • Margès is a commune in the Drôme department in southeastern France.
6.4 miNW
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Anneyron
163 min walk • One of the highlights of Anneyron is the stunning Château d'Anjou, a historic castle dating back to the 12th century. Visitors can explore the well-preserved grounds and learn about the rich history of the castle, making it a must-see attraction for history buffs.
5.1 miSW
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Saint-Barthélemy-de-Vals
131 min walk • Saint-Barthélemy-de-Vals is a commune in the Drôme department in southeastern France.