Travel Guide Arcens

Arcens is the capital of the sparkling mineral water of the same name, rich in sodium. This dynamic village is located in the Escoutay valley, dominated by the Soutron mountain. 17 km from Mont Gerbier-de-Jonc, this botanical village of 400 inhabitants is home to the Château Laurent, a beautiful 14th century fortified house. Arcens is bathed by the Eysse, a river appreciated for its fishing and its leisure centre around a water reservoir. Close to famous tourist destinations, whether the Ardèche or the Loire and Haute-Loire, Arcens welcomes every summer a large population that appreciates the place for its calm and authenticity.