Parking lot of the old train station

Free parking in front of the old Aubenas train station, the official starting point of the Via Ardèche on a path reserved for cyclists and pedestrians. Bar/tobacconist with a terrace just opposite for a last coffee or a beer at the end of your stage.

Aubenas once had its own train station. Trains ran through the Ardèche region until 1968, leaving behind viaducts, tunnels, and a lingering sense of nostalgia that railway enthusiasts will recognize at a glance on a map. Today, the forecourt of the former station has repurposed its former glory: it's the starting point for an official section of the Via Ardèche, a path reserved for cyclists and pedestrians.
For cyclists on the Via Ardèche, this provides a direct, signposted access point, free from traffic, making it a rather pleasant introduction. As for amenities, a traditional bar and tobacconist, complete with a terrace, faces the parking lot. It's the perfect spot for a coffee before setting off or a beer upon arrival, offering that kind of authentic, local atmosphere.
One last thing to know: the parking lot also serves as a starting point for driving tests. Driving school vehicles operate in the area at certain times. Nothing dramatic, but a little patience and vigilance won't hurt anyone, in either sense of the word.

Free of charge.

Pets allowed

Pets not allowed