At the start of the famous Stevenson path, Monastier-sur-Gazeille has something to delight holidaymakers looking for nature, heritage and authenticity at the gates of the Monts d'Ardèche Regional Nature Park.
Located between Le Puy-en-Velay and the Mézenc highlands, this Small city of character worth the detour. Whether for its natural heritage, its historical riches and its monastic past in volcanic land, or its architectural heritage with a strong medieval imprint, Le Monastier-sur-Gazeille can be visited: the abbey, the convent buildings, the abbey castle,XNUMXth century church of Saint John remind us of the Christian fervor of the Middle Ages.
Le Monastier-sur-Gazeille is also rich in cultural life. The museum space of the cultural center dedicated to the history and heritage of Monastier-sur-Gazeille and the Mézenc massif is home to treasures from this preserved past. And two other private museums also offer original visits: the first invites visitors to dive into the popular legends and beliefs, the other takes us back to the heart of theschool of the last centuries.
A brass festival
Every year this pretty Small city of character folds in 4 to receive the cream of brass musicians from around the world. Some even come to perfect their skills in the “master-classes” offered by the festival. Le Monastier-sur-Gazeille is brass in all their forms...
