Aubenas
Aubenas is located in the southern part of the Ardeche department.
The town is located on a raised plateau - the town centre is at the top of the plateau around the castle, which is also the main monument in Aubenas.
The castle dates originally from the 14th century, when it played a defensive role. The castle we now see dates from the 17th century, when the castle was converted into more comfortable accommodation. The castle also features a collection of paintings and sculptures, and is currently also Aubenas Town Hall.
Radiating off from the square in front of the castle are several streets many of which contain shops and cafes, and some interesting buildings - in particular note the House of Gargoyles (Maison Delichères) on the castle square, and Rue Valleton.
After descending the main street you will also come across the Saint-Benoit Dome, part of a benedictine convent that once stood here.
Not far from the castle in Place de l'Airette there is a viewpoint with far-reaching views (seen also from the castle donjon) - these views were very impressive even on the cloudy day when we visited, and on a sunny day would likely be the highlight of a visit to Aubenas.
Aubenas is very well placed for exploring the Ardeche 'villages of character' - there are several that are located in this part of the Ardeche department (see main Ardeche page for details.
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Places to visit near Aubenas, France
Explore places of interest within about 70 kilometres on a map at places near Aubenas.
Some places to visit within 30 km: 
6 km: Ailhon (village of character) 24 km: Alba-la-Romaine (village of character) 11 km: Antraigues-sur-Volane (village of character) 12 km: Balazuc (Most beautiful village) 23 km: Gorges de l'Ardeche (Magnificent Canyon) 15 km: Jaujac (village of character) 21 km: Labeaume (village of character) 15 km: Meyras (village of character) 26 km: Pont d'Arc (scenic stone arch) 26 km: Privas (town in attractive location) 33 km: Saint-Montan (village of character) 20 km: Thueyts (village of character) 23 km: Vallon Pont d'Arc (Attractive village) 8 km: Vogue (village of character)
See also Aubenas (version Francais)
