Saillans
Saillans
At the gates of the Alps, Saillans is an ideal town for a vacation. A major architectural site with very interesting viewpoints, the village’s richness offers great prospects for tourists. Thanks to its original and historically rich urban planning, you’ll be able to make some lovely discoveries during your visit.
What to Do in Saillans
If you’re planning a vacation at a campsite in the Drôme, consider visiting Saillans. This small village of barely 1300 inhabitants offers rare diversity and richness. The picturesque streets of the town have been built over the centuries and have retained their historical appearance despite the ravages of time. Thus, heritage-loving tourists will be able to feast their eyes.
The journey begins in front of the town’s tourist office with a stele dating from the Gallo-Roman era. Erected by the Vocontii, it has been preserved and reached us intact. Saillans is also entirely surrounded by historic ramparts. Adorned with period towers and gates, this wall offers incomparable charm to the pre-Alpine town.
From your Saillans campsite, you can also venture towards the town’s municipal council hall. Listed as a Historical Monument, this room is a highlight of the town and a must-see before you leave.
Finally, be sure to follow the guide! Indeed, the municipality of Saillans is accustomed to tourist visits and has therefore marked out the town so that you can enjoy a guided tour. The marked route will take you through the maze of streets, showing you the fountains, the Romanesque church, and the famous Gallo-Roman stele. This 45-minute walk will be ideal for all ages.
Discovering Saillans
During your stay at a campsite near Montélimar, be sure to explore Saillans’ hiking and cycling routes. The historic village offers several itineraries to discover, for both pedestrians and cyclists.
Walkers can first enjoy the town’s previously mentioned marked route. But that’s not all! There is indeed a second walking trail to discover within the village’s enclosure. Longer, this one takes the hiker on a quest through the local architecture. A 1.8-kilometer path designed through the town awaits tourists. On the program: arteries topped with arches and vaulted passages galore! Saillans’ medieval heritage unfolds during this approximately one-hour walk. Charm is guaranteed!
For two-wheeled adventurers, the village of Saillans is the starting point for two mountain biking trails. The first, simply named “Blue”, takes you on a 20-kilometer journey to discover the Drôme Alps. This path follows a river for several kilometers before delving into more rugged terrain for a pure mountain biking experience. In parallel, the “Red” trail offers a chance to explore the west of the commune and its agricultural lands in an 18-kilometer loop.
Where to Stay near Saillans in the Drôme
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For a camping stay in Saillans Drôme, choose Camping Porte de Provence. Near Montélimar, this three-star campsite offers all the comfort you’ll need during your stay. The services will suit most people: campsites in Drôme to accommodate motorhomes, caravans, and tents. It also offers mobile home rental.
Campers will also benefit from a convenience store and the campsite’s swimming pool in Drôme to relax in the afternoon.
How to get to Saillans from your Campsite near Montélimar
When you come to Camping Porte de Provence, don’t forget to visit Saillans and enjoy its rich heritage! Saillans is very easily accessible from this campsite in the Drôme. Located in Mirmande, Camping La Poche allows you to reach the walls of Saillans in little more than 30 minutes.
You’ll need to leave the town of Mirmande to the north and reach the town of Crest. Along the way, enjoy the unparalleled Drôme landscape. Afterward, follow the D164 then the D93 to reach the village with medieval influence.
What to Discover near Saillans
Around Saillans, a multitude of activities await tourists staying at a Montélimar campsite.
The Roanne Valley is a region rich in landscapes, alternating between majestic forests and prominent rocks. Tourists will be amazed and can take magnificent photos.
A major site of French geology and a guaranteed change of scenery, the Saoû forest also offers splendid panoramas with unforgettable inclined plateaus!
